Destinations
Espíritu Santo Island: private charter vs. shared tour
There are two ways to visit Espíritu Santo Island from La Paz: a shared tour with other passengers, or a private boat for your group only. The difference isn't the destination — it's pace, capacity and how flexible the itinerary can be.
Quick answer
A private charter to Espíritu Santo Island is booked per boat for a single group, with a requested departure time, a flexible itinerary within the confirmed route and food included. A shared tour is sold per person with fixed times and other passengers on board. With Avante Charters the private eight-hour charter is $16,000 MXN per boat for up to 7 guests.
Pace and time at each stop
On a shared tour the itinerary is planned for everyone on board, so time at each stop is fixed. On a private charter the timing follows what your group wants to do, within the confirmed route and sea conditions.
Capacity and privacy
The Avante Charters private boat takes up to 7 guests and is never shared with another group. That changes the level of attention, the space on board and the comfort for couples, families and small groups.
- One group on board for the full 8 hours.
- Personal attention before and during the charter.
- Service in English and Spanish.
What each option includes
The private charter includes a captain, food, drinks, snacks, snorkeling gear, a paddle board, music, shade, a restroom, tables, chairs and mats. On shared tours inclusions vary by operator.
Cost: per person vs. per boat
The private charter is priced per boat ($16,000 MXN), so the cost per person drops as the group grows. A shared tour is priced per person, so the total rises with every guest.
Bookings are confirmed with a 20% deposit once availability is verified.
San Gabriel Bay
San Gabriel Bay, inside Espíritu Santo Island, is a wide bay with an open beach and calm water — a good spot to swim, snorkel and eat on board. Itineraries are confirmed according to sea conditions, availability and applicable regulations.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a private charter and a shared tour to Espíritu Santo Island?
A private charter is booked per boat for one group, with a requested departure time and a flexible itinerary within the confirmed route. A shared tour is sold per person with fixed schedules and other passengers on board.
How much does a private charter to Espíritu Santo Island from La Paz cost?
With Avante Charters the private eight-hour experience is $16,000 MXN per boat, for a maximum of 7 guests.
Can we choose the departure time?
Yes, you can request a time. The final departure depends on availability, sea conditions and logistics.
