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Set off from Puerto Vallarta aboard Escándalo, a 48-foot luxury SeaRay, for a private 4–5 hour cruise through Bahía de Banderas. Snorkel reefs, paddleboard off sun decks, and enjoy onboard comforts with a professional crew handling logistics.
Set off from Puerto Vallarta aboard Escándalo, a 48-foot luxury SeaRay, for a private 4–5 hour cruise through Bahía de Banderas. Snorkel reefs, paddleboard off sun decks, and enjoy onboard comforts with a professional crew handling logistics.
The sea opens like a cool invitation the moment the Escándalo slides away from the marina — teak underfoot, a soft thrum from twin diesels, and the city skyline shrinking against the Sierra Madre foothills.
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Operated by Vallarta Yacht Rentals · Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
The sea opens like a cool invitation the moment the Escándalo slides away from the marina — teak underfoot, a soft thrum from twin diesels, and the city skyline shrinking against the Sierra Madre foothills.
On a 48-foot SeaRay built for comfort, the four- to five-hour private charter moves you through the wide sweep of Bahía de Banderas. Geologically the bay is a large, tectonically-influenced embayment where volcanic rock meets sandy coves; culturally it’s been a fishing and port landscape transformed by tourism since the 1960s, when international attention turned a quiet village into Puerto Vallarta. Expect stops for snorkeling on shallow reefs, paddleboarding off the sun deck, and slow drifting at quiet coves where the surf dares you to dive in.
Crewed charters focus on ease: shaded lounges, onboard restrooms, bottled water and Wi‑Fi are typical, and gear like snorkels and a floating lilypad are included. Los Arcos and nearby sheltered beaches are common waypoints — prime for watching pelicans and, in winter months, distant blows from humpback whales.
Practical guidance: book a morning slot for calmer seas and clearer water; bring reef-safe sunscreen, a light wind layer, and motion-sickness meds if you’re sensitive. Infants must sit on laps and the company requires 24-hour cancellation notice for full refunds. Whether you’re after a relaxed day of snorkeling or a private celebration with an optional open bar, the Escándalo puts safety and service front and center while the bay pushes you toward the water.
Yes — basic snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins) is provided as part of the charter.
Children are welcome; infants must sit on an adult’s lap per the operator’s policy.
Shore-side transportation varies by operator; the listing notes public transport options nearby and may offer pickup for an additional fee — confirm at booking.
For a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before departure; trips may be canceled for bad weather.
Vallarta Yacht Rentals operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The sea opens like a cool invitation the moment the Escándalo slides away from the marina — teak underfoot, a soft thrum from twin diesels, and the city skyline shrinking against the Sierra Madre foothills.
The sea opens like a cool invitation the moment the Escándalo slides away from the marina — teak underfoot, a soft thrum from twin diesels, and the city skyline shrinking against the Sierra Madre foothills.
On a 48-foot SeaRay built for comfort, the four- to five-hour private charter moves you through the wide sweep of Bahía de Banderas. Geologically the bay is a large, tectonically-influenced embayment where volcanic rock meets sandy coves; culturally it’s been a fishing and port landscape transformed by tourism since the 1960s, when international attention turned a quiet village into Puerto Vallarta. Expect stops for snorkeling on shallow reefs, paddleboarding off the sun deck, and slow drifting at quiet coves where the surf dares you to dive in.
Crewed charters focus on ease: shaded lounges, onboard restrooms, bottled water and Wi‑Fi are typical, and gear like snorkels and a floating lilypad are included. Los Arcos and nearby sheltered beaches are common waypoints — prime for watching pelicans and, in winter months, distant blows from humpback whales.
Practical guidance: book a morning slot for calmer seas and clearer water; bring reef-safe sunscreen, a light wind layer, and motion-sickness meds if you’re sensitive. Infants must sit on laps and the company requires 24-hour cancellation notice for full refunds. Whether you’re after a relaxed day of snorkeling or a private celebration with an optional open bar, the Escándalo puts safety and service front and center while the bay pushes you toward the water.