Private 56ft Sailing Catamaran Charter in Puerto Vallarta

A 60ft boat priced for 20 people is poor value for a group of eight. This one is sized correctly: a private 56ft sailing catamaran for up to 10 guests, at roughly two thirds the price of the larger charter. It is your group only, no deck shared with strangers.

You get the two things people actually remember from a catamaran. The front trampolines, where you lie out over the water while the boat moves, and deck space that is yours alone. Add a shaded cabin for anyone who has had enough sun, bean bags for everyone who has not, and an inside galley with comfy sofas and the bar.

You board at La Cruz Marina, Dock #1 in the morning, then cruise north along the Punta Mita coast to a quiet beach anchor. Snorkel, paddleboard, try the boom-netting, or just stay on the trampolines. Conditions permitting, the crew raises sail on the way. This trip cruises the Punta Mita coast and does not enter the Marietas Islands National Park, which means no park rules and no closure days.

Departure Point: La Cruz Marina, Dock #1, La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Riviera Nayarit Group Size: 1 to 10 guests (private charter) Boat: 56ft sailing catamaran, refitted, with front trampolines, bean bags, shaded cabin and dive platform

Duration 4 hours or 6 hours? Both run the same Punta Mita coast route. The 4 hour includes fruit, snacks and the open bar. The 6 hour is the same plus continental breakfast, a chef made lunch served on deck, and more time at the beach anchor. Lunch is served on the 6 hour charter only.