Exclusive Private Charter in Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria’s best escape from the resort strip may be out at sea. This private charter from Puerto Rico takes your group west along cliffs, clear water, and coastal caves, with time to swim, snorkel, paddle, fish, or simply stretch out with a drink.

I like the freedom of having the boat to yourselves and the fact that lunch, water gear, and unlimited drinks are included. I also like that the outing works for mixed groups: active people can use the kayak and SUP board, while others can stay aboard and enjoy the coast.

The main consideration is price. At $1,441.68 per group, this makes much more sense for a larger party than for two or three people. Also note the capacity wording: the experience is priced for up to 12, while the boat description says a maximum of 11 passengers.

Key points at a glance

• Private boat from Puerto Rico: The boat is reserved for your group, with no unrelated passengers sharing the outing.
• West-coast scenery: Expect cliffs, clear water, and coastal caves viewed from the sea rather than from a road or beach.
• Water equipment included: Snorkeling gear, a kayak, SUP board, and fishing tackle are provided.
• Food and drinks covered: Lunch and unlimited soft drinks, water, sangria, beer, and wine are part of the price.
• Southern-resort pickup: Hotel pickup is available from Bahia Feliz, San Agustín, Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, Meloneras, Playa del Cura, Taurito, and Mogán.
• Best for groups: The fixed price becomes more reasonable when shared among a family or group of friends.

Leaving Puerto Rico for Gran Canaria’s open coast

The day begins at 10:30 a.m. at C. Puerto Base, 1, in Puerto Rico. If you are staying in one of the listed southern resorts, you can request hotel pickup. You can also make your own way to Puerto Rico harbor, which is the direct meeting point.

Puerto Rico is a practical departure point for a boat day because the outing quickly leaves the built-up resort area behind. Once the boat heads west, your view changes to cliffs, open water, and small coastal features that are easier to appreciate from the sea than from a busy road.

You are not joining a large sightseeing cruise with a fixed script. Your group has the boat, so the pace can feel more personal. The published timing is approximately four hours and 30 minutes, while the itinerary also describes the outing as five hours. I would allow roughly half a day and confirm the exact return time when booking.

That private setup is the heart of the experience. A group of friends can make the day social and lively. A family can spread out without worrying about other passengers. A birthday group can bring its own mood and schedule. The boat has room for up to 11 passengers according to the activity details, so it is especially well suited to a full group sharing the cost.

Cliffs, caves, and clear water along the westward route

The first part of the outing is about seeing Gran Canaria from a different angle. As the boat travels west from Puerto Rico, you pass natural coastline marked by steep cliffs, clear water, and coastal caves.

The trip does not list a series of named shore stops, so you should think of it as a flexible coastal outing rather than a town-to-town tour. The scenery is the main route marker. You will spend time looking back toward the island, watching the cliffs change, and stopping where conditions allow for water activities.

This is useful if you have already spent time around the island’s resort beaches and want something less tied to roads, promenades, and sun loungers. From the boat, the coastline becomes the attraction. You get a broad view rather than a single beach scene.

The sea conditions will shape the day. The experience requires good weather, and poor conditions can lead to a different date or a full refund. That is sensible for a boat trip, but it also means you should keep some flexibility in your schedule, especially if your holiday is short.

Swimming and snorkeling from the boat

Swimming and snorkeling are included, with snorkeling equipment provided on board. You will not need to arrange a separate rental before departure, which keeps the day simple.

The appeal here is freedom. You can get in the water when a suitable stop is made, spend time swimming, and return to the boat without having to follow a large group’s fixed rotation. If only a few people in your party want to snorkel, everyone else can remain on board.

The information does not promise a particular reef, marine animal, or named snorkeling site. Keep your expectations centered on enjoying the clear water and the chance to look below the surface, rather than booking this as a specialist wildlife trip.

The water can also feel more inviting after the boat has been moving along the coast. You have already had time to settle in, see the cliffs, and decide how active you want to be. Bring whatever personal swim items you prefer, since the included equipment is described as snorkeling gear but not specified in detail.

Kayak, SUP board, and fishing tackle included

The boat carries a kayak and a stand-up paddleboard for free use. These give the outing more variety than a simple cruise. You can paddle near the boat, take turns with friends, or use the equipment for a short burst of activity between swims.

The SUP board may suit you if you enjoy balancing and paddling in calm water. The kayak is a better choice if you want a seated activity. Neither is likely to occupy the entire group at once, so be prepared to share equipment if several people want a turn.

Fishing tackle is also provided for fishing purely for fun. This is a nice option for families and groups with different interests. Someone who has no interest in snorkeling can still take part without needing to book a separate activity.

The description also notes that water sports are available at discounted prices. It does not specify which sports, the prices, or the operator’s full range, so ask for details before committing to an extra charge. The free equipment already gives you a good range of included activities.

Lunch and unlimited drinks on board

Food and drinks are part of the package, which makes the fixed group price easier to understand. You receive lunch along with unlimited soft drinks, water, sangria, beer, and wine during the outing.

For a half-day charter, this matters. You do not need to organize a packed lunch, return to shore to buy drinks, or keep checking the clock because the group is getting hungry. A cold drink after swimming or paddling is one of the small comforts that helps the day feel relaxed.

The food details are not specified, so do not book this expecting a particular menu or special dietary arrangement unless you confirm it in advance. If someone in your group has food allergies or strict dietary needs, ask the operator directly before departure.

Alcohol is included, but the boat is also a water-activity platform. If you plan to swim, use the kayak, or stand on the SUP board, pace yourself and keep water in hand. The unlimited drinks are a useful inclusion, not a reason to treat the day like a floating bar.

What the private format changes

A shared cruise can be cheaper per person, but it usually comes with a fixed atmosphere and less control over the day. Here, only your group participates, so you can decide how much time to spend swimming, eating, paddling, fishing, or simply looking at the coast.

That flexibility is particularly valuable for celebrations. A group of 10 women used the charter for two 60th birthday celebrations and rated the experience as worth the cost, with the crew looking after them from start to finish. That detail suggests the format works well when the occasion matters as much as the sightseeing.

You should still be realistic about privacy. The boat is private to your group, but it is not a private island or a guarantee of perfect solitude along the coast. You will share the water with other boats and will be affected by weather and sea conditions.

The boat capacity also deserves attention. The price says up to 12 people, while the main activity information says the boat takes a maximum of 11 passengers. If you have 11 or 12 people, confirm the exact permitted number before paying. For smaller groups, the private setting may feel wonderfully spacious, though the cost per person rises.

Is $1,441.68 good value?

The price is a group rate rather than a per-person fare. Split among 11 people, it works out to about $131 per person. With 10 people, it is about $144 each. For six people, it is roughly $240 per person, and for a couple it becomes very expensive.

That calculation tells you who should book. A large family, birthday group, or circle of friends can receive a full half-day boat, lunch, drinks, and several water activities for a reasonable per-person cost. A small group may find a shared sailing or boat excursion better value.

The package also saves you from adding separate costs for snorkeling equipment, kayak use, SUP use, fishing tackle, lunch, and drinks. Those inclusions do not make the charter cheap, but they make the price easier to compare with other private outings.

I would book this for the privacy and group experience rather than for a long list of formal sights. You are paying for space, flexibility, and the ability to spend time together on the water. If your priority is a low-cost way to see Gran Canaria, look elsewhere. If your priority is a private day where nobody outside your party sets the mood, the cost is more defensible.

Who will enjoy this charter most?

This outing suits people who want several choices in one day. You can swim, snorkel, paddle, fish, eat, drink, and watch the coast without transferring between activities.

It is a good match for:

• Families with different energy levels
• Groups celebrating birthdays or other occasions
• Friends who want a private day at sea
• People staying in southern Gran Canaria resorts
• Small groups willing to pay more for personal space
• Visitors who prefer active options without booking several separate excursions

It may not be the right choice if you dislike boats, need a guaranteed named snorkeling site, or want a full-day voyage. The experience is approximately four and a half hours, and the route is centered on the coast west of Puerto Rico rather than on a broad island tour.

The activity is also less suitable for anyone expecting a highly structured sightseeing program. The main pleasure is the combination of scenery and freedom. You will get more from it if you enjoy choosing your own pace.

Pickup, meeting point, and practical details

Hotel 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, so you would need to arrange your own transport to Puerto Rico if staying there.

The direct meeting point is C. Puerto Base, 1, in Puerto Rico. The activity ends back at the same meeting point, which makes planning the rest of your day straightforward.

You receive confirmation at the time of booking, and the experience is offered in English. It is near public transportation, and most people can participate. Since the boat trip depends on weather, avoid scheduling an important same-day connection immediately afterward.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted for a refund. If poor weather or an unmet minimum number of participants causes the operator to cancel, you are offered another date or experience, or a full refund.

The overall verdict for Puerto Rico

This is a private coastal day with activities built in, not a formal tour packed with landmarks. Its strengths are clear: you have the boat to yourselves, the route gives you cliffs and caves from the water, and the included equipment lets everyone choose how active to be.

The strongest reason to book is the group format. A celebration group can relax into its own atmosphere, and a family can avoid the compromises of a shared boat. Lunch and unlimited drinks also remove the small planning chores that can interrupt a half-day outing.

The biggest caution is value for small parties. The fixed $1,441.68 price is hard to justify for two or three people, while a full group can bring the per-person cost down to a more reasonable level. Confirm the passenger limit, pickup details, exact duration, and food arrangements before you pay.

Book it if you are staying in southern Gran Canaria, have a large enough group to share the cost, and want a relaxed private day with swimming and paddle equipment. Skip it if you want the cheapest boat trip, a full-day cruise, or a tightly planned tour of named coastal sights.

FAQ

Where does the private charter depart?

It departs from C. Puerto Base, 1, in Puerto Rico, Las Palmas, Spain.

What time does the charter start?

The scheduled start time is 10:30 a.m.

Where does the activity finish?

The activity ends back at the Puerto Rico meeting point.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes. Pickup is available from Bahia Feliz, San Agustín, Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés, Meloneras, Playa del Cura, Taurito, and Mogán.

Is pickup available from Las Palmas?

No. Pickup is not offered from Las Palmas. You can go directly to Puerto Rico harbor instead.

How many people can join the boat?

The experience is priced for a group of up to 12, but the boat description gives a maximum of 11 passengers. Confirm the exact limit if your group has 11 or 12 people.

Is the charter private?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

What equipment is included?

Snorkeling gear, a kayak, a SUP board, and fishing tackle are provided on board.

Are food and drinks included?

Yes. Lunch and unlimited soft drinks, water, sangria, beer, and wine are included.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Poor weather or an unmet minimum number of participants may also lead to a different date or a full refund.