Catamaran – Luxury Private Tour

Cabo’s famous Arch is best seen from the water, and this private catamaran gives you time to enjoy it without sharing the boat with strangers. You’ll pass Lover’s Beach and Divorce Beach, hear the stories behind their names, then pause near the Arch for photos before settling into the bay.

I like two things right away: the open bar and meal are included, and the private format lets your group set the mood. You can swim, snorkel, lounge on the large floating mat, or simply sit back with a margarita while the coastline does the work.

The main drawback is the price. At $2,200 for up to 14 people, it can be good value for a full group, but expensive for a small party. The entire outing lasts only about three hours, so the time on the water moves quickly.

Key points to know before you book

• The Arch gets a dedicated photo stop: You have about 30 minutes near Cabo’s signature rock formation.
• The private boat changes the feel: Only your group participates, with space for up to 14 people.
• Food and drinks are part of the package: Beef and chicken fajitas, rice, beans, tortillas, hot green sauce, cocktails, soft drinks, and bottled water are included.
• Two hours are set aside in the bay: This is when you can snorkel, swim, use the large lily pad, eat, and relax.
• The crew handles the hosting: The captain or sailor explains the names of Lover’s Beach and Divorce Beach and points out local rock formations.
• The cost makes most sense for groups: A full group pays about $157 per person before any private transportation costs.

Starting at the marina on Boulevard Paseo de la Marina

Your meeting point is Boulevard Paseo de la Marina 15 in Cabo San Lucas. The catamaran returns to this same location, which keeps the basic plan simple, though private transportation is not included.

The tour is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket. Confirmation arrives at booking, and the activity is provided by Dejavu Yachts Cabo. The boat has a restroom, an important detail when you are spending several hours offshore with food and drinks.

This is a private activity, not a seat on a shared sightseeing cruise. That matters most if your group includes different ages and energy levels. Some people can swim or snorkel while others stay aboard with a drink. Parents can keep toddlers close, and older family members do not have to follow the pace of an unrelated group.

The advertised capacity is up to 14 people. That is the number I would use when deciding if the $2,200 price works for you. If you have six people, the per-person cost is much higher than if you fill the boat.

Passing Lover’s Beach and Divorce Beach

The first coastal views come as you pass Lover’s Beach. The captain or sailor explains how the beach got its name and adds background about the nearby rock formations.

You should think of this as a guided passing view rather than a beach stop. The boat does not list time for getting ashore at Lover’s Beach, so bring your camera and listen from the catamaran. The setting is striking because Cabo’s rocky coast and open water meet in a small, memorable stretch of shoreline.

The boat then passes Divorce Beach, with more explanation about its name and the rock formations around Cabo San Lucas. These playful beach names are easy to remember, but the useful part is the chance to connect them with the actual coast instead of seeing them only in a brochure or from a distant viewpoint.

This portion also gives you a slower introduction to the area. You are not rushed straight into water activities. The captain provides context, and you get time to look outward at Cabo’s rocky shoreline.

Keep your camera ready during both pass-bys. The information says the captain or sailor explains the sites, but no individual guide names are provided, so I would not book this expecting a particular host. The quality of the commentary may depend on who is working your departure.

Thirty minutes beneath the Arch of Cabo San Lucas

The Arch is the centerpiece of the outing. The captain guides the boat toward the famous rock formation, where you have about 30 minutes to take photos and look at the shapes rising from the water.

That half hour is useful. A quick drive-by can leave you scrambling for a clear picture, especially when several people are trying to photograph the same view. Here, your group has a stated block of time for photos, which should make the stop feel less hurried.

The Arch is also the point where the private format pays off. Your group can take turns with the best viewing spots without trying to coordinate with a large crowd on a shared boat. You can take wide shots of the boat and rocks, close photos of the formation, or simple family pictures with Cabo behind you.

The Arch stop includes admission, so there is no separate ticket to arrange. You are viewing it from the water, not entering a land attraction. That distinction matters if you want a beach walk or a long geology talk. This tour gives you a strong visual stop, then moves on to the bay.

Two hours anchored in Cabo San Lucas Bay

After the coastal sights, the catamaran anchors in the bay for the longest part of the trip, about two hours. This is where the tour shifts from sightseeing to a relaxed boat day.

Snorkeling equipment is included, and you can use it to look for marine life in the bay. The available information does not promise a particular species or guarantee water conditions, so I would treat snorkeling as an included chance to get in the water rather than the main reason to book.

The large lily pad, also called a floating mat, gives you another way to enjoy the stop. You can climb onto it, lounge, and let the boat become a floating base. It is a smart addition for a group with mixed interests because not everyone wants to swim with a mask.

You may also simply remain on the catamaran. The private setup means your group can spread out between water activities, the mat, food, and conversation. The tour is not built around a tightly timed series of stops during these two hours, so you have room to choose how active you want to be.

If you like a busy water-sports schedule, two hours may feel generous but not packed with options. The listed activities are snorkeling and the floating mat. No kayaking, paddleboards, fishing, or scuba equipment is included, so do not expect a full water-sports center.

Fajitas, tortillas, and a proper boat lunch

The included meal is beef and chicken fajitas with beans, Mexican rice, flour and corn tortillas, and hot green sauce. It is a practical menu for a boat because people can build their own plates and eat at different times during the bay stop.

Food is one of the stronger parts of the value calculation. You are not paying $2,200 only for transport and views. Your group also receives a substantial meal, bottled water, soft drinks, and alcoholic drinks.

The meal is described as dinner, though the departure time is not provided. I would check your scheduled start time before planning the rest of your day around it. In any case, the fajitas are meant to be part of the main onboard gathering, not a separate restaurant stop.

A useful detail from the supplied experience information is that the food worked for a mixed-age group that included seniors, adults, teenagers, and toddlers. That does not guarantee every eater will be pleased, but fajitas, rice, beans, and tortillas are generally easier for a family group than a more specialized menu.

The hot green sauce is included, so use care if your group has different tolerance for spice. The meal comes with both corn and flour tortillas, which gives people a choice.

Cocktails, beer, soft drinks, and the party pace

Any cocktail of your choice is included, along with soft drinks and bottled water. The information specifically highlights cocktails, and the supplied experience details mention margaritas and beer as part of the onboard atmosphere.

This is not a dry sightseeing cruise with one complimentary drink. The bar service is part of the package, and it helps explain why the tour can work well for a birthday, family gathering, or relaxed evening with friends.

The private setting lets your group decide how much of the trip feels like a party. You can keep it quiet and scenic, or make the drinks and music of your own group the center of the day. The crew is there to make the outing fun, but the atmosphere will still depend on your group.

I would plan conservatively around alcohol if you intend to snorkel or use the lily pad. Water activities are available, but you do not need to participate after eating or drinking. Bottled water and soft drinks are included, so use them alongside cocktails.

A photographer was also onboard during one reported group outing, taking pictures of people on the boat. That is a pleasant possibility, but it is not listed as a standard inclusion. Do not count on a photographer unless the provider confirms one for your departure.

What the crew does well, and what remains uncertain

The captain or sailor is responsible for explaining Lover’s Beach, Divorce Beach, and the rock formations near Cabo. That commentary adds more than a simple boat transfer would provide.

The strongest service detail available is the crew’s accommodating approach with groups. The crew helped create a fun, easygoing outing for a party with seniors, adults, teens, and toddlers. That suggests the staff can adjust to different comfort levels, though no guide names are supplied.

There is also a practical limit to what can be judged in advance. The information does not name the captain, identify the exact catamaran model, or describe the onboard seating and shade. If those details matter to you, ask Dejavu Yachts Cabo before booking.

The restroom is listed as available onboard, which makes the three-hour outing easier for families and anyone who does not want to depend on a marina stop. Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate. The activity is near public transportation, but your own transfer to the marina is not part of the price.

Is $2,200 a fair price for your group?

For the maximum group of 14, the price works out to about $157 per person. That includes a private catamaran, crew, an Arch photo stop, snorkeling equipment, the floating mat, fajitas, cocktails, soft drinks, water, and a restroom onboard.

That is a reasonable way to look at the cost. You are buying privacy as much as you are buying sightseeing. A smaller group of four would effectively pay $550 each, which is a much harder sell unless privacy and a private celebration are your main goals.

The supplied information includes one much larger group of 33 people, but the stated capacity for this experience is up to 14. Do not assume a party of 33 can book this same arrangement. If your group is larger, ask the provider about a separate boat or different setup.

The lack of included transportation also affects the total price. You need to get to Boulevard Paseo de la Marina 15 yourself. Since the tour begins and ends there, the transfer issue is limited, but it is still one cost to account for.

Who will enjoy this private Cabo boat day?

I would recommend this for a family group, friend group, or celebration where people want several ways to spend the same three hours. The private boat is especially useful when some people want to swim and others would rather sit, eat, and talk.

It also suits groups with young children and older adults because participation is flexible. Most people can join, and the boat has a restroom, but every person still needs to be comfortable with a water-based activity.

This is a good pick if your priorities are:

• A private outing rather than a shared cruise
• Photos at the Arch
• Cocktails and a meal included
• A relaxed swim and snorkel stop
• A floating mat for lounging
• A flexible pace for a mixed-age group

I would look elsewhere if you want a full-day sailing trip, a detailed ecology tour, a long beach stay, or a wide range of water sports. The tour is short and focused. It gives you Cabo’s headline coastal sights, then leaves most of the time for food, drinks, and water play.

Booking details and cancellation timing

You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the experience begins. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund, and the cut-off follows local Cabo time.

The activity is often booked well ahead, with an average booking lead time of 62 days. That is a useful warning for holiday periods and popular travel dates. If you have a full group and need a particular day, I would not leave this until the last week.

The tour ends back at the marina meeting point. Since private transportation is not included, allow enough time to reach Boulevard Paseo de la Marina 15 before departure.

Should you book this Cabo catamaran?

Book it if you can fill much of the 14-person capacity and want a private day that mixes Cabo scenery, swimming, food, and drinks. The Arch stop, the two beach stories, fajitas, open cocktail choices, snorkeling gear, and lily pad give the outing more substance than a simple sunset cruise.

For a small group, the price is the deciding issue. I would compare the per-person cost carefully before committing. For a larger family or friend group, the private format and included meal and bar can make the $2,200 price easier to justify.

FAQ

How long does the private catamaran tour last?

The experience lasts approximately three hours. About 30 minutes is set aside near the Arch, and about two hours are spent anchored in Cabo San Lucas Bay for water activities, food, and relaxation.

How many people can join the private tour?

The tour is for a private group of up to 14 people. Only your group participates.

What food and drinks are included?

The meal includes beef and chicken fajitas, beans, Mexican rice, flour and corn tortillas, and hot green sauce. Alcoholic cocktails, soft drinks, and bottled water are also included.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included, along with use of the large floating lily pad.

Where does the tour start and finish?

The tour starts at Boulevard Paseo de la Marina 15, 23400 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico. It ends back at the same meeting point.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours in advance are not accepted for a refund.