A private boat day beats any bus tour. This exclusive Gran Canaria charter keeps you out on the water with your own group, cruising past cliffs and caves instead of mixing with the land crowds. I especially like the small guest count and the fact that snorkeling gear is included right on board. One thing to keep in mind: this trip starts at 10:30am from Puerto Rico, and it really does depend on good weather.

The plan is built around playtime: swim and snorkel, then switch to kayak or SUP, with fishing tackle available if you want to try. You also get unlimited drinks (soft drinks, water, sangria, beer, and wine) plus lunch, which means you spend your time enjoying the day instead of hunting for a meal or paying per drink.

Pickup makes it easier if you’re staying in the south and west—areas like Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, and Mogán are covered. Still, it’s not a Las Palmas pickup, so you’ll want to plan to get to the harbor at C. Puerto Base, 1 in Puerto Rico.

Key highlights to know before you go

• Private boat for your group (small and calm, not a packed party)
• Snorkeling gear, kayak, SUP board, and fishing tackle included
• Unlimited drinks plus lunch while you’re out cruising
• Coastline route west from Puerto Rico with swimming and snorkel time
• English offered and a crew that runs the day start to finish

Private boat in Puerto Rico: space for up to 11 passengers

The biggest win here is simple: you’re not booking a seat on a crowded catamaran. The boat is for your group, with a capacity that’s described as up to 12 on the offer, while the day-plan talks about a maximum of 11 passengers. Either way, you’re in that “everyone can actually breathe” zone.

That matters more than it sounds. With a smaller group, you get a lot more flexibility about how you spend your time on board. You can chat, spread out, and rotate between activities without feeling rushed or blocked. It’s also a great setup for milestones—one recent group described how they traveled as 10 women celebrating double 60th birthdays and felt genuinely well cared for from start to finish. That’s exactly what you want from a private charter: calm, organized attention, not chaos.

You’ll depart from Puerto Rico harbor and return to the same meeting point at C. Puerto Base, 1 (near Puerto Rico). The start time is 10:30am, and the full outing is listed at about 4 hours 30 minutes (give or take depending on conditions and how much time you spend in the water).

If you’re the type who hates “sit, stand, shuffle” tourism, this style fits. But if you’re looking for a heavy schedule of land stops and guided sightseeing, it’s not trying to be that. This is a boat day with water time at the center.

What you’ll do on the water: swim, snorkel, kayak, SUP, and fish

This charter is set up like a floating activity menu. You’re not stuck with one thing. You get snorkeling gear onboard, plus a kayak and an SUP board available for use during the time on the water.

Here’s why that combination works well for real vacation days:

• Snorkeling lets you get up close to the coast without needing to be a strong swimmer for long stretches.
• Kayak and SUP work great when the sea is calmer, giving you a slower pace for soaking up the views and moving at your own speed.
• Fishing tackle is provided, so you can give it a try even if you’ve never fished in open water before.

You’ll also have time for swimming during the cruise. Along the way, the route heads west from Puerto Rico, and you’ll pass natural coastline with crystal-clear water, dramatic cliffs, and caves tucked into the rock. The day-plan frames it as a route designed for enjoying the coast from the boat and then jumping in where conditions feel right.

There’s also mention that water sports may be available at discounted prices. That’s worth asking about on the day, but don’t count on it as the main plan. Your included activities are the anchor.

Quick practical note: even with gear provided, you’ll still want to bring the stuff that makes you comfortable—sunscreen, a dry bag for phones/keys, and water-friendly footwear if you prefer it. The day is built around being outside and in the water.

Drinks and lunch included: less planning, more time in the moment

This is one of those “value” points that doesn’t just sound nice—it changes how the day feels. Lunch is included, and you get unlimited drinks: soft drinks, water, sangria, beer, and wine.

When a charter includes food and drink like this, it means you don’t have to:

• track down a place to eat,
• pay separate prices for every round,
• or squeeze lunch into a tight timetable.

Instead, you can treat the day as one continuous block. That’s especially helpful for groups with different energy levels. Someone who wants to snorkel can do that early. Someone who prefers shade can rest between swims. Then lunch and drinks bring everyone back together.

Balance check: you’re still on a boat in the sun, so even with beer, wine, and sangria available, pace matters. If you’re drinking, hydrate. If you’re staying alcohol-free, soft drinks and water are also part of the unlimited list.

The other underrated detail: this isn’t just snacks and a token drink. The offer explicitly lists a spread that covers everything from water and soft drinks to sangria, beer, and wine. For many people, that’s what turns a pricey “activity” into a full vacation memory.

Cruising west from Puerto Rico: views without the land crush

The experience starts at Puerto Rico harbor. From there, your day is about heading west along Gran Canaria’s coast while you take in cliffs, caves, and sections of coastline with clear water.

The day-plan emphasizes natural scenery you can see from the boat—spectacular cliffs and hidden caves—so you get that “different perspective” effect without needing a car or hiking shoes. Then, rather than turning your day into a long ride with only one quick swim, you get built-in water breaks: swimming and snorkeling are part of the flow.

The practical benefit of this kind of routing is that you’re mixing two vacation styles:

1) sitting back while the coast passes by, and

2) switching into active mode when you’re ready.

If you’ve ever spent a day fighting for beach space on popular stretches, you’ll appreciate the change. The charter is designed for being far from the tourist crush on land, with the boat acting as your quiet base.

One consideration: because this is a water-based day, your experience hinges on conditions. The operator notes that good weather is required. If wind or seas aren’t right, you’ll want to assume the plan may change or be rescheduled for your safety and comfort.

Timing, pickup, and meeting point: get to Puerto Base smoothly

This charter runs on a clear schedule: 10:30am departure, returning to the meeting point. The meeting point is C. Puerto Base, 1, 35130 Puerto Rico, Las Palmas, Spain. Pickup is offered, but not everywhere.

Here’s the pickup coverage you can plan around:

• Bahia feliz (San Agustín)
• Maspalomas
• Playa del Inglés
• Meloneras
• Playa del Cura
• Taurito
• Mogán

And an important limitation: pickup is not offered from Las Palmas. If you’re staying there, you’ll need to get yourself to the harbor in Puerto Rico (Puerto Rico puerto base).

Also, the area is near public transportation, which can help if you’re not using a hotel car. You’ll end back at the meeting point, so you don’t have to worry about a one-way drop.

If you’re traveling with a group and everyone’s coming from different places, I’d treat this as a “coordinate the morning” task. Private charters run on time. If you want the full day of water fun, being there early helps.

Who should book this charter, and who might skip it

This private boat day is a strong fit if you want:

• Privacy with friends and family (only your group participates)
• real activity options onboard: snorkeling, kayak, SUP, and fishing tackle
• included comfort: unlimited drinks and lunch, so you don’t plan food logistics during the day
• an English-offered experience where you can relax and enjoy without language friction

It’s also ideal for celebrations. A group of 10 women described the day as a true private trip and said the crew looked after them from start to finish. That feedback lines up with what private charters tend to do best: keep the day organized while you’re busy having fun.

Who might skip it? If you’re expecting lots of land exploration and guided sightseeing stops, this charter is focused on being on the water. You’ll get plenty of scenery from the boat, but it’s not built like a touring day with multiple on-land attractions.

If you’re highly weather-sensitive, also think twice. The operator flags good weather as a requirement, and the experience can be adjusted or refunded if weather prevents it.

Should you book this exclusive Gran Canaria private charter?

If you can fill out a small group, I think it’s a smart splurge. The price is listed at $1,441.68 per group (up to 12), which means the value improves as more of your party participates. Since the day includes snorkeling gear, kayak, SUP, fishing tackle, plus unlimited drinks and lunch, you’re not paying extra at every turn.

Book it if you want:

• a calmer, private alternative to busier water tours,
• a “do as much or as little as you like” boat day,
• and a setup that makes swimming and snorkel time the centerpiece.

Hold off if:

• your schedule is tight around the weather window,
• or you’re staying in an area that makes getting to Puerto Rico harbor annoying and you don’t want to arrange your own transport.

The short version: this is one of those experiences that feels like a full day because the essentials are included—gear, food, drinks, and your own space on the water.

FAQ

How much is the private charter?

The price is $1,441.68 per group, up to 12 people.

Where does the charter start and end?

It starts and ends back at C. Puerto Base, 1, 35130 Puerto Rico, Las Palmas, Spain.

What time does it start?

The start time is 10:30am.

Is pickup included?

Pickup is offered from Bahia feliz (San Agustín), Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, Meloneras, Playa del Cura, Taurito, and Mogán. Pickup is not offered from Las Palmas.

What’s included onboard?

You’ll have snorkeling gear, a kayak, a SUP board, and fishing tackle available on board. Lunch is included.

Are drinks included?

Yes. You get unlimited soft drinks, water, sangria, beer, and wine.

What if the weather is bad?

The experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.