PUERTO VALLARTA BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Luxury Panga 33': Speed and Comfort Across the Bay of Banderas
A customizable, small-group charter aboard a 33’ Super Panga offering fast transfers, snorkeling, whale-watching seasonality and beach stops on the Bay of Banderas.
Luxury Panga 33': Speed and Comfort Across the Bay of Banderas.
Step aboard a 33’ Super Panga for a fast, spacious and comfortable way to explore Puerto Vallarta’s Bay of Banderas—customizable charters deliver snorkeling at reefs, visits to seaside villages, secluded beaches or seasonal whale watching, all on a vessel designed for both stability and speed.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
33’ Super Panga — Built for speed and stability
Powered by twin 150 HP Mercury engines and capable of speeds up to 20 knots, the Super Panga pairs a wide, stable bow and generous seating to get you quickly and comfortably to islands, reefs and beaches across the bay.
Comfort on board — bar area, restroom and sun pads
The boat includes padded seats, a front sun-bathing area, onboard bathroom, Bluetooth speakers and a bar area, plus a cooler with ice and bottled water; captain, crew and a bilingual guide are included.
Customizable itineraries — snorkel, villages, whale watching
Tours are flexible and tailored to your group: suggested outings include Los Arcos snorkeling and Quimixto, Yelapa and Majahuitas, beach-club days or seasonal whale-watching; snorkeling gear and free phone photos/videos are provided, with all-inclusive food and drink add-ons available.
What the day feels like
What the charter feels like
The Luxury Panga 33' delivers a fast, roomy ride across the Bay of Banderas: a vessel built for both short high-speed hops and relaxed cruising, with space to spread out, a front sunpad for lounging, and easy beach docking to step ashore at secluded coves or village piers.
THE VESSEL
33’ Super Panga — Built for speed and stability
Powered by twin 150 HP Mercury engines and capable of speeds up to 20 knots, the Super Panga pairs a wide, stable bow and generous seating to get you quickly and comfortably to islands, reefs and beaches across the bay.
THE AMENITIES
Comfort on board — bar area, restroom and sun pads
The boat includes padded seats, a front sun-bathing area, onboard bathroom, Bluetooth speakers and a bar area, plus a cooler with ice and bottled water; captain, crew and a bilingual guide are included.
THE OPTIONS
Customizable itineraries — snorkel, villages, whale watching
Tours are flexible and tailored to your group: suggested outings include Los Arcos snorkeling and Quimixto, Yelapa and Majahuitas, beach-club days or seasonal whale-watching; snorkeling gear and free phone photos/videos are provided, with all-inclusive food and drink add-ons available.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this boat suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Snorkelling gear is provided; the operator supplies a cooler with ice and bottled water. If you do not purchase an all-inclusive package, bring your own food and drinks and the crew will serve them.
An all-inclusive food and bar per-person add-on is available at checkout with five menu options that can be customized.
Free departure is available from Los Muertos and Nuevo Vallarta; optional pickups at Los Muertos Pier, Nuevo Vallarta, La Cruz and Mismaloya can be arranged for an extra fee. Dock and water-taxi fees at certain locations (Marina Vallarta, Los Muertos Beach, Las Animas, Quimixto or Yelapa) are not included and must be paid in cash.
A 50% deposit is required to secure a reservation and can be paid with credit card, Venmo, Apple Pay or Zelle; booking online charges the full amount at time of booking and a confirmation email with meeting instructions follows.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long are the standard charters?
Tours are customizable; common suggested durations include a 4-hour base tour (base price covers 2 guests for 4 hours), 5-hour outings for Los Arcos & Quimixto or Yelapa, and 6-hour beach-club options. Whale watching is listed as a 4-hour option during its seasonal dates.
What does the base price include?
The base price includes a 4-hour charter for 2 guests; captain, crew, a bilingual guide, snorkelling gear, free phone photos/videos and bottled water in the cooler are provided.
How many people can join a charter?
Charters can include up to 10 people. A clothing-optional yacht charter has a separate maximum of 9 people and a minimum duration of 4 hours.
Are dock or park fees included?
No—dock and water-taxi fees at certain locations (Marina Vallarta, Los Muertos Beach, Las Animas, Quimixto or Yelapa) are not included and must be paid in cash; departure from some docks is free while optional pickups incur extra fees.
What is the deposit and payment policy?
A 50% deposit is required to secure a reservation and may be paid with credit card, Venmo, Apple Pay or Zelle; online bookings charge the full amount at time of booking and you will receive a confirmation email with meeting details.
When is whale watching available?
Whale-watching charters are available only on the listed seasonal dates from December 8 to March 23.