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Private Huatulco Bays Cruise (Panga, Boat & Yacht)

Huatulco, Oaxaca Up to 08 Hours (Flexible) Starts 09:30 Cancellation up to 2 days before

About this experience

The most exclusive way to explore Huatulco's 9 bays at your own pace aboard a private vessel: Traditional Panga (up to 9 pax), Comfortable Boat (up to 10 pax), or Luxury Yacht (up to 10 pax with sailor). Customize your departure time, chosen bays (Santa Cruz, Órgano, Maguey, Cacaluta, Chachacual), and time spent at each beach. Swim in secluded coves, snorkel coral reefs, and admire coastal landmarks like the Blowhole, the 'Mixtec Face', and Turtle Island. Anchor at beachfront seafood palapas to enjoy grilled fresh catch, butter lobster, or Oaxacan specialties with mezcal.

Key details

Destination
Huatulco
Duration
Up to 08 Hours (Flexible)
Start time
09:30
Operating days
Every day
Group size
Up to 10 people
Children ages
6 – 11 years
Cancellation
Up to 2 days before
Service
Spanish and English

What is included

  • Private exclusive boat charter per selected vessel, round-trip ground transfers (Panga: Santa Cruz Marina; Boat/Yacht: Chahué Marina), certified bilingual captain (plus sailor on Yacht), maritime liability insurance, cooler with bottled water & soft drinks, 24 cold beers included on Boat and Yacht.

Not included

  • Meals and drinks at beach restaurants, crew tips, dock fee ($20.00 MXN p/p), National Park bracelet ($65.00 MXN p/p), snorkel gear rental ($250.00 MXN p/p).

Itinerary

  1. Coordinated departure time | Private transfer to the assigned marina | Sailing and custom coastal cruise around selected bays | Snorkeling and swimming stops at pristine beaches | Optional seaside restaurant stop for lunch | Return cruise | Pier drop-off and return transfer.

Times are approximate and may vary with traffic and weather.

Meeting point

Hotel lobby or Santa Cruz Marina (Panga) / Chahué Marina (Boat & Yacht).

Be there 15 minutes before the start time.

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What to bring

  • Swimwear, beach towels, light clothing, dry change of clothes, water shoes, organic sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, and cash for dock fees and beach lunch.

Important notes

  • 100% customizable schedule and itinerary. Maximum capacities: Panga up to 9 pax; Boat up to 10 pax; Yacht up to 10 pax.

Cancellation and conditions

  • You can cancel up to 2 days before the date of the experience.
  • Child rate applies from 6 to 11 years; older travelers pay the adult rate.
  • After payment you receive your coupon and itinerary in PDF by email and in My trips.
  • Read the terms and conditions
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