What is the best yacht charter in Cabo San Lucas?

For most groups, the best overall is Cabo Boat Adventures' Cabo Private Yacht Tour: a 5.0-rated private charter for up to 10 with fajitas, ceviche, drinks, and snorkeling for $999, which is around $100 per person with a full group. For small groups or couples, the Private Yacht Cruise with Open Bar ($599 for up to six) is the value pick, while the all-inclusive Papillon Yachts Azimut charter, from an operator with more than 1,000 five-star reviews, is best for a milestone celebration with everything handled.

Are Cabo yacht charters private?

Most are. Nine of the ten charters here are fully private, meaning only your group is on the boat and you set the route and pace. The exception is the Tu Enamorado luxury sailing yacht and chef dinner, which is a shared cruise for up to 40 adults at $199 per person. If having the boat to yourselves matters, book any of the private charters rather than the shared dinner sailing.

How many people can a Cabo yacht charter hold?

It depends on the boat. The smaller private charters here hold up to six or eight guests, the full-service yacht and the all-inclusive charters take up to 10, and one private yacht advertises groups up to 20. Because charters are priced per boat, the cost per person drops as you add people, so it pays to match the boat capacity to your actual group size.

Do Cabo yacht charters include food and drinks?

Most include something, but it varies widely. The full-service and all-inclusive charters serve a cooked spread like fajitas, quesadillas, or a lunch with an open bar, while the budget catamaran provides only soft drinks and snacks and asks you to bring your own alcohol and food. Always check the specific inclusions, since two charters at a similar price can differ a lot on what is covered.

Do Cabo yacht charters include hotel transport?

Most do not, so plan to reach the marina on your own. The exceptions are Papillon Yachts' three all-inclusive charters, the sailboat, the sailing catamaran, and the Azimut VIP, which all include round-trip air-conditioned transport from your hotel. That convenience is part of why those charters cost more than the budget day boats, which assume you make your own way to the dock.

Can you see whales on a Cabo yacht charter?

Often, yes, from roughly December through April. Gray and humpback whales pass through the same waters off Land's End that charters sail, so in-season trips frequently turn into bonus whale sightings, and a private captain can detour toward spouts when whales are around. Sightings are never guaranteed on any single day, so if whales are the priority, pair your charter with a dedicated whale watching tour.

Is a yacht charter worth it in Cabo San Lucas?

For a group, yes. Splitting a private boat across six to 10 people often costs around $100 each or less and gets you the Arch, snorkeling, drinks, and a deck to yourselves, which works out similar to a shared cruise but far more flexible. For a solo traveler or a couple on a budget, a shared sunset cruise or the $199 shared sailing dinner usually makes more financial sense than chartering a whole yacht.

How far in advance should I book a yacht charter in Cabo San Lucas?

A few days' notice is usually enough, but for peak season from December through April, weekends, holidays, and a specific boat or date, book one to two weeks ahead. The best-rated operators, including the Papillon Yachts all-inclusive boats, fill up fastest. Most charters offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before, so booking early carries little risk.

Can you bring your own alcohol on a Cabo yacht charter?

It depends on the boat. The bring-your-own charters, like the budget catamaran and the 30-foot Maxim, expect you to bring your own alcohol and provide soft drinks, water, and snacks at the base price. The open-bar and all-inclusive charters include drinks, so there is no need to bring your own. Always check the specific listing before you pack a cooler.

Do Cabo yacht charters include snorkeling equipment?

Yes. Nearly every Cabo San Lucas yacht charter includes snorkel gear, and most add a paddleboard and a floating mat. Boats anchor at protected reserves like Chileno Bay, Santa Maria Bay, or Pelican Rock, where the water is calm and clear for the swim stop. If you have your own mask, you can still bring it for a better fit.

What size yacht do I need for a group of 10 in Cabo?

For 10 people, choose a boat rated for up to 10 or more: Cabo Boat Adventures' Cabo Private Yacht Tour ($999, up to 10 and as many as 20) or Papillon Yachts' all-inclusive Azimut ($2,100, up to 10) are the natural fits. Smaller boats capped at four to six either will not fit the group or charge per extra person, so confirm the all-in price for your exact headcount.

Can you see the Arch on a Cabo yacht charter?

Yes. Every charter routes past El Arco at Land's End, along with Pelican Rock, the sea lion colony, and Lover's Beach, before anchoring at a calm bay. The Arch is the signature photo stop, and because the boat is private, you can ask the captain to slow down or linger there for pictures.

Is a yacht charter the same as a yacht rental in Cabo San Lucas?

In practice, yes. Travelers and operators use yacht charter and yacht rental interchangeably in Cabo San Lucas, and both mean booking a private boat with its own crew for a few hours. The term luxury yacht rental usually points to the higher-end all-inclusive boats, such as the Papillon Yachts catamaran and Azimut, while budget private boats are often just called charters.

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Q: Where do Cabo yacht charters depart from?

Nearly all depart from the Cabo San Lucas Marina or the IGY Marina beside the Puerto Paraiso mall in downtown Cabo San Lucas. Your confirmation names the exact dock; arrive about 20 minutes early and allow time to find it, since the marina is large. Most charters do not include hotel transport, so plan a taxi, rideshare, or walk, except the three all-inclusive Papillon charters, which pick you up.

Charter	Price (from)	Viator Rating	Google Rating	Duration	Capacity	Drinks	Food	Transport	Best For
Top Rated La Isla Tour: Private Catamaran Escape Book Now	$520 per group (up to 6)	⭐ 4.9 (335 reviews) Read Reviews	⭐ 5.0 (572 reviews)	3.5 hours	Up to 6	Soft drinks (bring your own alcohol)	Chips & salsa (bring your own food)	No	Budget bring-your-own catamaran
Top Rated Cabo Boat Adventures: Cabo Private Yacht Tour Book Now	$999 per group (up to 10)	⭐ 5.0 (176 reviews) Read Reviews	⭐ 5.0 (286 reviews)	3 hours	Up to 20	Margaritas, beer, tequila	Fajitas, ceviche, guacamole	No	Best overall private charter
Top Rated Cabo Sailing Ocean Adventures: Private Luxury Yacht Book Now	$1,350 per boat (up to 4, +$90 pp)	⭐ 5.0 (246 reviews) Read Reviews	⭐ 4.9 (237 reviews)	3 hours	4 (more for a fee)	Unlimited premium bar	Snacks & lunch	No	42-foot Sea Ray, upscale couples
Best Value Social Distance Charters: Private Yacht Cruise w/ Open Bar Book Now	$599 per group (up to 6)	⭐ 4.8 (299 reviews) Read Reviews	⭐ 5.0 (67 reviews)	2 to 3 hours	Up to 6	Open bar	Snacks	No	Best value private yacht
Boat Trips Club: Private Yacht Tour with Snorkel Book Now	$650 per group (up to 8)	⭐ 4.8 (61 reviews) Read Reviews	⭐ 4.9 (246 reviews)	3 hours	Up to 8	Unlimited drinks	Snacks	No	Watersports-focused charter
Baja Vikings Ecoventures: Luxury Yacht Charter Book Now	$500 per group (up to 8)	⭐ 5.0 (17 reviews) Read Reviews	⭐ 4.9 (90 reviews)	3 hours (2 hr min)	Up to 8	Beer, mixers, juice, water	Chips, salsa, guacamole, nuts	No	Cheapest small private yacht
Papillon Yachts: Private Sailboat Tour Book Now	$870 per group (up to 6)	⭐ 5.0 (188 reviews) Read Reviews	⭐ 5.0 (1,303 reviews)	3 hours	Up to 6	Unlimited open bar	Quesadillas, guacamole, fruit	Included (round-trip)	All-inclusive private sailboat
Papillon Yachts: All-Inclusive Yacht Rental Book Now	$1,450 per group (up to 6)	⭐ 4.8 (55 reviews) Read Reviews	⭐ 5.0 (1,303 reviews)	3 hours	Up to 6	Open bar	Quesadillas, ceviche, guacamole	Included (A/C)	All-inclusive sailing catamaran
Papillon Yachts: All-Inclusive VIP Yacht Charter Book Now	$2,100 per group (up to 10)	⭐ 5.0 (23 reviews) Read Reviews	⭐ 5.0 (1,303 reviews)	3 hours	Up to 10	Premium open bar	Lunch & appetizers	Included (round-trip)	Luxury 55-foot Azimut yacht
Wild Cabo Tours: Luxury Sailing Yacht + Chef Dinner Book Now	$199 per person (shared)	⭐ 4.5 (302 reviews) Read Reviews	⭐ 4.0 (165 reviews)	3 hours	Shared (up to 40, 18+)	Premium open bar	Chef-prepared dinner	No	Shared luxury dinner sailing

Best Cabo San Lucas Yacht Charters

Nine of these ten are fully private, so the deck is yours alone, and the tenth is a shared luxury sailing dinner for anyone who would rather not pay for a whole boat. This is where charters really differ: boat size, what is included, and how many people you can split the cost across. Below we break down each charter with photos of the actual boats, so you can see what you are booking, ordered by the kind of day you are after.

Best Overall: Cabo Boat Adventures' Cabo Private Yacht Tour

With a 5.0 rating across 176 reviews, a private captain and crew, and a $999 price that covers up to 10 people, this is the charter we would book first for most groups. The 3-hour trip runs past El Arco, anchors at Chileno or Santa Maria Bay for snorkeling, and serves steak and chicken fajitas, ceviche, and chips and guacamole alongside margaritas, beer, and tequila. Split across a full group it lands near $100 per person with food and drinks included, which is why it is our best-overall pick. Check availability.

Best Value for Small Groups: Social Distance Charters' Private Yacht Cruise with Open Bar

If you are a couple or a group of up to six and want a private boat without a four-figure price, this 2 to 3 hour charter is the value sweet spot. It carries a 4.8 rating over 299 reviews, runs an open bar with snacks, and adds snorkeling and a paddleboard at Pelican Rock and Chileno Bay, all for $599 per boat. For up to six people that is roughly $100 each. We would lean toward this one for a first charter where keeping the cost reasonable matters more than a cooked lunch. Check availability.

Best Budget Catamaran: La Isla Tour's Private Catamaran Escape

The cheapest easy way to get a private boat to yourselves, this 3.5-hour catamaran charter holds a 4.9 rating over 335 reviews and costs $520 for up to six guests. It is a bring-your-own setup: the crew provides soft drinks, water, chips and salsa, snorkel gear, and flotation toys, and you bring your own alcohol and food. For a small group happy to pack a cooler, it is one of the lowest-cost private options here and longer than most at three and a half hours. Check availability.

Cheapest Private Yacht: Baja Vikings Ecoventures' Luxury Yacht Charter

At $500 for up to eight, this 30-foot Maxim yacht is the lowest headline price on the list. It carries a 5.0 rating and serves chips, salsa, guacamole, and nuts alongside beer, mixers, and juice, with snorkel gear and a floating mat for the El Arco and Land's End route across a roughly 3-hour trip. It is a newer listing with fewer online reviews so far, so it is the pick when your priority is simply getting a private boat for the smallest possible spend. Check availability.

Best for Watersports: Boat Trips Club's Private Yacht Tour with Snorkel

This 3-hour private charter for up to eight leans into the water activities, pairing unlimited drinks and snacks with snorkeling and a paddleboard at the calm bays. It holds a 4.8 rating and sits mid-pack on price at $650 per boat. We would book this one if the swim-and-snorkel stop is the part of the day you care most about. Check availability.

Best for Couples: Cabo Sailing Ocean Adventures' Private Luxury Yacht

One of the most-reviewed boats on this list, with a 5.0 rating across 246 reviews, is a 42-foot Sea Ray sport cruiser priced at $1,350 for up to four guests, plus $90 for each additional person. It includes an unlimited premium bar, snacks and lunch, and a fully customizable route along the coast and out to the Arch. It is pricier per head than the larger group charters, so it makes the most sense for a couple or a foursome who want a comfortable, upscale boat rather than the biggest deck. Check availability.

Best All-Inclusive Value: Papillon Yachts' Private Sailboat Tour

The three all-inclusive boats here all come from Papillon Yachts, one of the most established and highly regarded yacht operators in Cabo San Lucas. Their individual tour listings show smaller review counts because the listings are newer, but the company itself carries well over 1,000 five-star reviews and a strong repeat-booking reputation, so the lower per-listing numbers understate its track record. This private sailboat is the value entry point: $870 for up to six, with an unlimited open bar, quesadillas, guacamole, and fruit, snorkel gear and a paddleboard, plus round-trip hotel transport, all on a 3-hour sail with a 5.0 rating. Check availability.

Best All-Inclusive Catamaran: Papillon Yachts' All-Inclusive Yacht Rental

Stepping up from the sailboat, Papillon's all-inclusive sailing catamaran runs $1,450 for up to six and folds a premium open bar, quesadillas and ceviche, watersports gear, and round-trip air-conditioned transport into one price. It holds a 4.8 rating and offers more deck space and a steadier ride than the sailboat, for groups who want the catamaran experience with everything handled. Check availability.

Best Luxury All-Inclusive: Papillon Yachts' All-Inclusive VIP Yacht Charter

Papillon Yachts' flagship is its 55-foot Azimut VIP charter at $2,100 for up to 10, with a 5.0 rating, a premium open bar, lunch and appetizers, watersports gear, and round-trip private transport. It is the most expensive boat on this list, but for a milestone celebration where you do not want to organize taxis, drinks, or food separately, the larger luxury vessel and the all-handled convenience are exactly the point. Check availability.

Best Shared Luxury Option: Wild Cabo Tours' Luxury Sailing Yacht and Chef Dinner

If you do not want to charter a whole boat, the Tu Enamorado luxury sailing yacht is the one shared option here, at $199 per person. It is not private: the boat seats up to 40 adults (18 and over) and pairs a chef-prepared dinner with a premium open bar as you sail the coast at dusk. It carries a 4.5 rating over 302 reviews, lower than the private boats, and the reviews are more split: with up to 40 guests it can feel busier than the "intimate" framing suggests, it often runs under motor rather than sail, and steak doneness gets mixed feedback. Set expectations accordingly. We would book this over a private charter only if you are a couple wanting a polished dinner-at-sea without paying for the entire vessel. Check availability.

Best Time for a Cabo Yacht Charter

Yacht charters run year-round in Cabo, and because they are private, you set the start time. The season mostly changes what you see and how much you pay, not whether boats sail.

For a private charter, a morning departure usually means calmer water and better snorkeling, while a late-afternoon start trades the swim time for golden light at the Arch. We'd give the morning slot the edge if snorkeling is your priority, since calmer early water means better visibility, and save the afternoon for groups who care more about photos at the Arch. For the full month-by-month picture, see our Cabo in summer guide and the seasonal weather guides linked throughout the site.

Peak seasonDecember – April

Peak season and, in our view, the best window. Cooler, dry days, calm seas, and gray and humpback whales passing offshore mean many charters double as whale sightings. Book a few days ahead, as the top boats and weekend slots fill up.

ShoulderMay & November

Shoulder months with warm water, clear visibility for snorkeling, smaller crowds, and better availability. A strong value sweet spot for a charter.

Low seasonJune – October

Warmest water and the lowest demand, but also hurricane season. An approaching system can cancel a sailing, so keep plans flexible and favor charters with free cancellation.

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Cabo Marina Departure Information

Nearly every Cabo San Lucas yacht charter departs from the marina, either the main Marina Cabo San Lucas or the IGY Marina docks beside the Puerto Paraiso mall in the heart of downtown. Your confirmation names the exact dock, so arrive about 20 minutes early and allow time to find it, since the marina is large and walking between docks can take 10 to 15 minutes.

Meeting point and docks: Charters board from numbered or lettered docks around the marina horseshoe, and several boats, including the all-inclusive Papillon Yachts fleet, check in near the IGY Marina by Puerto Paraiso. Match the dock or kiosk named on your confirmation rather than guessing.
Parking: Paid lots and a garage sit around the marina and at the Puerto Paraiso mall, which backs onto the boardwalk. Street parking is limited at peak times, so a paid lot is the reliable choice for a morning departure.
Taxi and Uber: Taxis and rideshare reach the marina easily from the Tourist Corridor and San Jose del Cabo. Agree on a taxi fare before the ride, since most are not metered, and have the driver drop you at the marina's main entrance or Puerto Paraiso, then walk to your dock.
Walking from downtown: If you are staying in or near downtown Cabo San Lucas or Medano Beach, the marina is a flat 5 to 20 minute walk from most central hotels, the simplest option for an early start.
Charters that pick you up: Papillon Yachts' three all-inclusive boats, the sailboat, the sailing catamaran, and the Azimut, include round-trip air-conditioned transport from your hotel, which is part of why they cost more.
The route from the marina: Boats head out past Pelican Rock, the Land's End sea lion colony, Lover's Beach, and El Arco, then continue along the corridor to anchor at Chileno Bay or Santa Maria Bay, both protected reserves with clear water and reef fish, for the snorkeling stop.

Because the boat is yours, the itinerary is flexible: you can spend more time snorkeling at Chileno Bay, ask to linger at El Arco for photos, or cut the swim short and cruise the coast instead. The map below shows how these spots line up along the route from the marina out to Land's End.

Almost every charter follows the same headline run along Land's End before anchoring at a calm bay, and because the boat is yours, you decide how long to linger at each stop. These are the spots your captain can work into the route:

El Arco (The Arch): The iconic rock arch at Land's End and the signature photo stop on every trip.
Pelican Rock: A sheltered snorkeling spot just inside the bay with reef fish and clear water, popular for the first swim.
Lover's Beach and Divorce Beach: The twin beaches at Land's End, one facing the calm Sea of Cortez and one the open Pacific, reachable only by boat.
Chileno Bay: A protected reserve along the corridor with some of the best snorkeling, a common anchoring point for the swim stop.
El Medano Beach and Pedregal: The main town beach and the cliffside Pedregal coastline you cruise past leaving and returning to the marina.

The map above shows how these stops line up along the route from the Cabo San Lucas Marina out to Land's End and along the corridor, so you can picture the day before you book.

How Much Does a Cabo San Lucas Yacht Charter Cost?

Most private Cabo San Lucas yacht charters cost between $500 and $2,100 per boat for a roughly 3-hour trip, priced per vessel rather than per person. Budget private day charters run about $500 to $650, full-service yachts with food and an open bar sit around $999 to $1,350, and all-inclusive charters with a premium bar, a cooked lunch, and round-trip transport run about $870 to $2,100. A shared luxury sailing dinner is the one per-person option, at $199. Check current prices to compare what is available on your dates.

Budget$500–$650 per boat

A private day charter for a small group with snacks, drinks, snorkel gear, and the Arch-and-bay route. The cheapest boats are bring-your-own alcohol, like the 30-foot Maxim and the catamaran; the open-bar yachts sit at the top of this band. For up to eight people, the Maxim works out under $80 each. The main tradeoff is that what you save on a bring-your-own boat you spend stocking it, so for a group that plans to drink steadily, an open-bar charter can end up cheaper once you price in the alcohol you would buy yourself.

Mid-range$999–$1,350 per boat

The sweet spot for most groups. A full-service yacht with fajitas or a lunch and an open bar for up to 10 at $999, or a more upscale 42-foot Sea Ray for a couple or foursome with a premium bar at $1,350.

Premium$870–$2,100 per boat

An all-inclusive charter with a premium open bar, a cooked lunch, watersports gear, and round-trip air-conditioned transport, such as Papillon Yachts' private sailboat, sailing catamaran, or 55-foot Azimut. Best for milestone celebrations where convenience matters more than price.

For most groups, we would shortlist the $999 full-service charter or the $599 open-bar yacht as the value sweet spot, since both put a private boat, drinks, and the Arch within reach for around $100 per person or less once you fill the deck.

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Yacht Charter vs Sunset Cruise in Cabo San Lucas

If you are weighing a private yacht charter against a shared sunset cruise or a large catamaran, the difference comes down to exclusivity, timing, and how the price is structured. All three pass the same Land's End sights, El Arco, Pelican Rock, and the sea lion colony, so the real choice is the kind of day you want.

Private yacht charter or rental: The whole boat is yours, with a custom route past El Arco and a swim stop at Chileno Bay or Santa Maria Bay. Priced per boat, from about $500 to $2,100, so it is best value when you fill the deck with a group and want to set your own pace.
Shared sunset cruise: A set departure on a larger boat with other guests, priced per person at roughly $60 to $135, with open bar and the Arch at golden hour. Cheaper for a couple or solo traveler, but you share the deck and the schedule. See our Cabo sunset cruise guide for those options.
Luxury catamaran: A middle ground, available both as shared cruises and as private all-inclusive rentals like Papillon Yachts' sailing catamaran, with more deck space and a steadier ride than a monohull sailboat.

Our rule of thumb: for two people on a budget, a shared sunset cruise wins on price; for a group, a private yacht charter usually costs about the same per head while giving you the boat, the route, and the timing to yourselves.

Pairing Your Yacht Charter with Other Cabo Experiences

A yacht charter takes up a half-day, which leaves the rest open for another activity. From December through April, the same waters host gray and humpback whales, so if your charter does not turn into a whale sighting on its own, a dedicated whale watching tour is a natural pairing. For a quieter end to the day, a shared sunset cruise covers the Arch again in golden light without chartering a second boat.

If you would rather mix water and land, a morning charter pairs well with an afternoon ashore. See our Cabo snorkeling guide for the best reef stops if you want more time underwater, or our things to do in Cabo San Lucas guide to build out the rest of the trip.

From Our Experience

We've found the best-value Cabo charter for most groups is the full-service private yacht with food and an open bar: at $999 for up to 10 it puts a private boat, a cooked spread, drinks, and the Arch within reach for around $100 a head, without the four-figure price of the all-inclusive boats or the bring-your-own logistics of the budget catamaran.

Tips for Booking a Cabo Yacht Charter

Fill the boat to get the value: Charters are priced per vessel, so the more people you split it across, the lower the cost per head. If your group is small, the open-bar yacht or the budget catamaran make more sense than a large all-inclusive boat.
Compare inclusions, not just price: A cheaper charter may be bring-your-own alcohol and food, while a slightly pricier one includes an open bar and a cooked lunch. Read what is actually covered before judging which is the better deal.
Check for per-person add-ons: Some boats quote a low base price for a small group, then charge per extra person. Confirm the all-in price for your exact group size.
Budget for fees and tips: Several charters add a marine-park or dock fee paid on the day, and crew gratuity is customary and rarely included. Bring cash for both.
Decide if you need transport: Most charters do not include hotel pickup. If you would rather not arrange a taxi, the three all-inclusive Papillon charters include round-trip transport, which is part of their higher price.
Confirm your anchored swim time: The stop where you anchor in a calm bay to swim, snorkel, and use the floating mat is what most groups rate highest, sometimes an hour or more. A charter that anchors longer often beats one that spends the time cruising, so ask how the time is split.
Ask the captain to prioritize whales in season: From December through April, crews on private boats routinely detour toward whales, and because the itinerary is yours, you can trade some swim time for a longer look when they appear.
Tell the operator about any celebration: Crews frequently add a cake, decorations, or birthday music for birthdays, anniversaries, and honeymoons, so mention the occasion when you book rather than on the day.
If a listing calls itself a "sailing" yacht, ask whether the sails go up: Some sail-style boats motor the whole way, which disappoints guests expecting to actually sail. Confirm the vessel and how it runs if sailing is the point.
Build in a weather buffer: Cabo's harbor occasionally closes in high winds, which can cancel a sailing, so avoid booking on your last possible day and favor charters with free cancellation.
Bring a light layer for late departures: It cools off noticeably on the water once the sun drops. Some boats hand out blankets, but not all, so pack a sweater or windbreaker for an afternoon or sunset charter.
Book December to April ahead: Peak-season weekends and the whale-watching overlap mean the best-rated boats fill up. A few days' notice is usually enough.
Pick your departure time on purpose: A morning charter usually means calmer water and better snorkeling; a late-afternoon start trades swim time for golden light at the Arch.
Going for whales too? If you are visiting in season, our whale watching guide covers the trips that pair well with a charter.

How We Selected These Tours

The Cabo Tour Guides team compared yacht charters departing the Cabo San Lucas and IGY marinas on the factors that actually shape the day: boat type and size, group capacity, what is included for food and drinks, duration, whether transport is provided, and price per boat versus per person. We included only verified, well-reviewed listings and read review patterns closely to flag the things that catch people out, like bring-your-own alcohol on the budget catamaran, per-person add-ons on the smaller yachts, and dock or marine-park fees paid on the day. Listings with thin reviews or unclear inclusions were noted as such rather than ranked above proven boats. The ten charters here span the full range: budget private day boats, a full-service yacht with food and open bar, an upscale couple's cruiser, three all-inclusive charters with transport, and one shared luxury sailing dinner, so you can choose by the day, the group, and the budget you actually have.

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Best Overall: Cabo Boat Adventures' Cabo Private Yacht Tour

Best Value for Small Groups: Social Distance Charters' Private Yacht Cruise with Open Bar

Best Budget Catamaran: La Isla Tour's Private Catamaran Escape

Cheapest Private Yacht: Baja Vikings Ecoventures' Luxury Yacht Charter

Best for Watersports: Boat Trips Club's Private Yacht Tour with Snorkel

Best for Couples: Cabo Sailing Ocean Adventures' Private Luxury Yacht

Best All-Inclusive Value: Papillon Yachts' Private Sailboat Tour

Best All-Inclusive Catamaran: Papillon Yachts' All-Inclusive Yacht Rental

Best Luxury All-Inclusive: Papillon Yachts' All-Inclusive VIP Yacht Charter

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