Exclusive Private Charter in Gran Canaria

Puerto Rico is the starting point for a half-day escape by sea, with your own boat and no other group on board. The route heads west along Gran Canaria’s cliffs and caves, then gives you time to swim, snorkel, kayak, paddleboard, or fish.

I like two things in particular: the private setting, which makes this a good fit for friends or family who want the boat to themselves, and the practical all-in package of lunch, drinks, and water gear. A past birthday group of ten praised the crew’s attentive care and felt the outing was worth the cost.

The main consideration is the price: $1,441.68 is a substantial outlay for a group, and the stated capacity is up to 11 passengers, despite the price summary saying up to 12. Confirm the limit if your party has 12 people.

What to know before you book

• Your group gets the boat to itself: The charter is private, with a stated maximum of 11 passengers.
• The route follows the west coast: Depart from Puerto Rico and pass cliffs, clear water, and coastal caves.
• Water activities are included: Use the snorkeling gear, kayak, SUP board, and fishing tackle on board.
• Lunch and drinks are part of the price: Drinks include water, soft drinks, sangria, beer, and wine.
• Pickup covers selected southern resorts: Hotel pickup is offered from places including Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, and Mogán, but not Las Palmas.
• Check the time and passenger count: The duration is listed as about 4.5 hours, while the route description says five hours, and the passenger limit needs confirming for a group of 12.

Leaving Puerto Rico for the western coast

The meeting point is C. Puerto Base, 1, in Puerto Rico harbor. The listed start time is 10:30 am, and the boat returns to the same meeting point. You can come straight to the harbor or arrange pickup from specified areas in southern Gran Canaria.

Once underway, the boat heads west. The coastal scenery is the main event: clear water, cliffs, and caves make for a different view of the island than you get from a road or resort beach. This is a good choice if you want time on the water without signing up for a large group excursion.

The route description names Puerto Rico as the stop, but it does not give a detailed schedule of additional stops or say how long the boat anchors in any one place. Think of the plan as a private coastal outing with opportunities to get in the water, rather than a tightly timed sightseeing circuit. The captain’s exact route and swim locations may depend on conditions.

A private boat changes the pace

Privacy is the charter’s biggest practical advantage. Your group does not have to share the boat with strangers, and you can spend the outing with your own family or friends. That is especially useful for a birthday, reunion, or other occasion when the company matters as much as the coastline.

The boat is described as having room for up to 11 passengers. That gives a group space to spread out compared with a crowded shared trip, though the exact seating layout and onboard facilities are not specified. If you are booking for a larger party, ask the operator to confirm capacity before paying: the price information says up to 12 people, while the tour details say a maximum of 11 passengers.

A private charter also changes how you weigh the price. The listed $1,441.68 is for the group, not each person. Split among 10 people, that comes to about $144 per person; with 11, about $131 each. Those figures do not include any optional discounted watersports, and they assume your group fills the boat. For a small party, the per-person cost rises quickly.

Swimming, snorkeling, paddling, and fishing

The boat carries snorkeling gear, a kayak, a stand-up paddleboard, and fishing tackle. That range gives your group options: you can swim or snorkel, take turns paddling, or try fishing for fun. Having the equipment on board saves you from arranging each activity separately.

No specific snorkeling site, fish species, or wildlife sightings are promised, so treat these as ways to enjoy the water rather than guaranteed encounters. Conditions can affect what is comfortable or possible on the day. The operator also offers water sports at discounted prices, but the details and prices are not specified, so ask before you book if you have a particular activity in mind.

The kayak and SUP board are shared pieces of equipment, not one per passenger. In a larger group, you may need to take turns. That is not a problem if everyone is happy to rotate between the water, the deck, and the views, but it is worth keeping in mind if your whole party expects to use the same activity at once.

Lunch and unlimited drinks make the outing easier

Lunch is included, as are unlimited soft drinks, water, sangria, beer, and wine. That makes the outing simpler to plan: you do not need to pack a separate meal or budget for each drink during the charter. For a group celebration, keeping food and drinks on board can also make the time feel relaxed rather than stop-and-start.

The lunch menu, dietary options, and serving time are not provided. If anyone in your party has allergies, follows a specific diet, or needs a non-alcoholic option beyond water and soft drinks, ask the operator directly before departure. The drinks list includes alcoholic choices, but nobody needs to drink them to enjoy a day on the water.

I would also make a sensible plan for the return. The presence of unlimited drinks is part of the package, but the route involves swimming and water activities, so pace yourself and follow the crew’s instructions. The charter is a day out, not a reason to treat the boat like a floating bar.

Pickup, timing, and the details to confirm

The charter starts at Puerto Base harbor in Puerto Rico at 10:30 am. Hotel pickup is offered from Bahia Feliz, San Agustín, Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, Meloneras, Playa del Cura, Taurito, and Mogán. Las Palmas is specifically excluded from pickup, so if you are staying there, you will need to make your own way to Puerto Rico.

The stated duration is approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes, while the route description calls it five hours. Allow enough room in your plans for either figure, and confirm the expected return time if you have a connection or another activity booked afterward. The listing does not give pickup times by resort, so ask for your exact collection details when arranging transport.

Confirmation is provided at booking. The activity is described as suitable for most people and near public transportation, but no detailed accessibility information is given. If a member of your party has mobility needs or you have questions about getting on and off the boat, check with the operator before booking.

Weather matters for a boat trip. If poor weather forces cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time; cancellations or changes inside that window are not accepted. A minimum number of travelers is also required, and if the trip is canceled because that minimum is not met, you are offered another date or experience, or a full refund.

Who gets the best value from this charter

This works best for a group that values privacy and plans to make use of the time on board. Friends celebrating a birthday, a family group, or a small party that wants to swim and paddle together will get more from the package than someone who mainly wants a short coastal cruise. Lunch, drinks, and several types of gear help justify the group price when you divide it among a nearly full boat.

The experience is less compelling for one or two people, since the price is not per person. It may also disappoint anyone expecting a detailed sightseeing itinerary, a guaranteed cave visit, or a particular snorkeling encounter. The information promises a westbound coastal route and chances to enjoy the water, but not specific stops or sightings.

The most useful indication of the crew’s role comes from a group of ten celebrating two 60th birthdays. They described the crew as kind and attentive from start to finish, and judged the trip worth the cost. That fits the charter’s strongest selling point: you are paying not only for transport along the coast, but for the space and service to make the outing your own.

Should you book it?

Book this charter if you have a group of around 8 to 11, want a private day on the water, and will make use of the included lunch, drinks, and gear. The combination of coastal scenery, swimming options, and attentive service is well suited to a shared celebration or an easygoing family outing.

Before paying, settle two details: confirm whether your party size is permitted, especially if you have 12 people, and check the precise duration and pickup arrangements. If your group is small or you mainly want a brief boat ride, a shared excursion may be better value. If privacy is the point, this charter offers a practical way to enjoy Gran Canaria from the sea.

FAQ

How many people can join the private charter?

The tour details state a maximum of 11 passengers. The group price summary says it covers up to 12, so confirm the permitted number with the operator if you have 12 people.

How much does the charter cost?

The listed price is $1,441.68 per group. It is not a per-person price.

Where does the boat depart from?

The meeting point is C. Puerto Base, 1, at Puerto Rico harbor in Las Palmas province, Gran Canaria. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes. 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 is included on board?

The charter includes lunch, unlimited soft drinks, water, sangria, beer, and wine. Snorkeling gear, a kayak, a SUP board, and fishing tackle are also provided.

How long does the trip last?

The duration is listed as approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes, while the route description gives a five-hour duration. Confirm the expected schedule with the operator.