Experiences
What an 8-hour private boat day in La Paz looks like: a full itinerary
One of the most common questions before booking is what you actually do during 8 hours at sea. The short answer: you cruise, swim, eat and rest, at your own pace and without sharing the boat with anyone else. This guide walks through a typical day on board, from boarding in La Paz to the afternoon return, so you know what to expect at every moment.
Quick answer
An 8-hour private boat day in La Paz usually starts with a morning boarding, followed by cruising to the stops on your confirmed route — for example Balandra, San Rafaelito or Bahía San Gabriel on Espíritu Santo Island — with time to swim, snorkel and use the paddle board. Food and drinks are served on board and you return in the afternoon. With Avante Charters the experience costs $16,000 MXN per boat, with captain, food, drinks and gear included.
Morning: boarding and departure
The day starts at the agreed boarding point in La Paz, in the El Manglito area. Departure time is confirmed when you book and is usually in the morning, when the bay is calmest and the light is best for photos.
Before setting off, the captain walks you through the plan for the day: the stops on your confirmed route, the order of the visits and the sea conditions. The boat leaves with only your group, so you set the pace.
- Morning boarding in La Paz, at a time confirmed when you book.
- Briefing on the itinerary and the day's conditions before departure.
- The boat is exclusive to your group — no other passengers.
Late morning: cruising and the first stop
The cruise to the first stop is part of the experience: you see the La Paz coastline from the water, the mountains behind it and, with luck, dolphins or mobula rays jumping near the boat.
The first stop is usually for swimming or snorkeling. The gear is on board and the captain picks the spot based on the day's wind and visibility.
Midday: lunch on board
Food and drinks are included and served on board — no need to go ashore or bring anything. There is shade, tables and chairs so you can eat at leisure while the boat is at anchor.
This is often the most relaxed moment of the day: lunch facing a turquoise-water beach, with time to get back in the water afterwards or simply rest.
- Food and drinks included, served on board.
- Shade, tables, chairs and music on the boat.
- Free time to swim, use the paddle board or rest.
Afternoon: second stop and the return
After lunch you cruise to another stop on the route. If the morning was for snorkeling, the afternoon might be for paddle boarding in shallow water or visiting a different beach.
The return to La Paz is in the afternoon, with the sun lower and the bay turning golden. You disembark at the same point you left from, completing the 8-hour experience.
What can change the itinerary
The sea has the final say: the order of the stops and the exact spots are adjusted for wind, tide and visibility. The captain, with 20 years of experience in these waters, chooses the best route for that day.
That is why the route is confirmed when you book and reviewed again on the day of departure. The total length of the experience, 8 hours, does not change.
How to book your day
The 8-hour private experience costs $16,000 MXN per boat, not per person, and includes the captain, food, drinks, snorkeling gear and a paddle board.
To book, just send us your date and group size over WhatsApp or through the booking form. We confirm availability and the boarding point.
Frequently asked questions
What time does the 8-hour experience start and end?
Departure time is confirmed when you book and is usually in the morning. The 8 hours run from that moment, with an afternoon return to the same boarding point in La Paz.
Are food and drinks included?
Yes. Food and drinks are included in the price and served on board. You don't need to bring anything, though you're welcome to bring extras if you like.
Can I choose which beaches to visit?
Yes. When you book, tell us which spots interest you — Balandra, San Rafaelito, Bahía San Gabriel on Espíritu Santo Island — and we confirm the route. The order of the stops is adjusted to the sea conditions that day.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Safety comes first. If conditions don't allow boating, we contact you to reschedule or adjust the plan, according to the cancellation policy.
