A private boat rental in Cabo San Lucas doesn't mean you need to book a superyacht or spend a fortune. Private Yachting Club's fleet starts with sport yachts from just 35 feet — nimble, fun, perfectly suited to a couple or a group of friends who want a spontaneous day on the water without the noise and crowd of a shared party boat. That's the defining feature of a private rental: the whole boat is yours. Not a seat, not a spot on the deck — the entire vessel, its crew, and the full Cabo experience, reserved exclusively for the people you choose to bring aboard. No one else is on the guest list.
Our rental fleet covers every group size and every budget. The 35FT Sea Ray Sundancer is a sleek, fast sport cruiser that's perfect for small groups looking to zip out to El Arco, anchor at Lover's Beach, and spend the morning swimming and snorkeling with zero strangers in sight. Step up to the 65FT or 80FT range and you have space for 25–40 guests with proper lounge areas, sun decks, and a full bar service — ideal for a birthday group, a bachelorette trip, or a family reunion that deserves something memorable. And if you need to host a group of 60, 80, or even 130 guests in serious style, the upper end of our fleet delivers that in spades. The right boat size for your group is simply the one that matches your guest count and how you want to use the space — and our team will help you figure that out immediately when you reach out.
Every boat rental with Private Yachting Club is all-inclusive in a way that few competitors match. Food and beverages are included from the moment you step aboard — not a package upsell, not a minibar you pay for later, but a full catering setup with snacks, meals (for longer rentals), a full bar, and soft drinks ready when you arrive. The captain and crew are included, fuel and marina fees are included, and snorkeling gear is on board and ready to use. The hourly rate you see is the rate you pay. When a group of eight friends splits a $850/hr sport boat rental for four hours, each person pays $425 for a completely private, crewed, all-inclusive day on the water in one of the world's most spectacular marine environments. That's a different category of value from any shared tour.
What's IncludedPricing is per boat, not per person — so larger groups always get better per-head value. A 3-hour minimum applies. All prices are all-inclusive: crew, food, beverages, fuel, and snorkel gear.
| Vessel | Size | Capacity | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Ray Sundancer | 35 FT | Up to 8 | $850/hr |
| Azimut 55 | 55 FT | Up to 15 | $1,120/hr |
| Marquis 65 | 65 FT | Up to 25 | $1,500/hr |
| Sunseeker 80 | 80 FT | Up to 40 | $2,200/hr |
| Predator 108 | 108 FT | Up to 60 | $4,500/hr |
| Sovereign 130 | 130 FT | Up to 100 | $8,500/hr |
| Superyacht | 252 FT | Up to 130 | $14,500/hr |
All prices are in USD and include crew, food, beverages, fuel, and snorkeling equipment. A 3-hour minimum applies to all rentals. For groups beyond standard capacity, contact us for per-person supplement pricing.
The beauty of a private boat rental in Cabo is that it lets you experience all the classic highlights of the destination without the constraints of a group tour. A typical half-day rental begins at Cabo Marina and heads directly out to El Arco — the dramatic arch at Land's End where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific, with its resident sea lion colony and spectacular rock formations. From there, the captain brings the boat around to Lover's Beach, the white-sand cove accessible only by water where guests can swim ashore, explore, and relax in complete calm.
From Lover's Beach, most groups head to Pelican Rock — one of the best snorkeling spots in the Cabo San Lucas area, where the reef is alive with fish, small rays, and clear water visibility. The captain drops anchor and guests can spend as long as they like in the water before heading back out into the bay. Those with an eye for wildlife will want to keep watch on the open water: dolphins are frequently spotted alongside the boat, sea turtles surface regularly in the warmer months, and during winter season (December through April), humpback whale sightings are common enough that they are practically expected. Your captain knows where to position the boat for the best chances, and the itinerary is always flexible enough to follow whatever the ocean offers on the day.
For couples or groups up to 8, the 35FT Sea Ray Sundancer is a great choice — fast, comfortable, and very affordable per person. Groups of 10–25 typically opt for the 65FT range, which offers more deck space and a proper lounge area. For 30–40 guests, the 80FT Sunseeker is ideal, while groups of 50 or more should look at the 108FT or larger vessels. When you reach out, just tell us your guest count and we'll recommend the right fit immediately.
Yes — swimming is one of the highlights of a Cabo boat rental. Your captain will anchor at spots like Lover's Beach, Pelican Rock, Santa Maria Bay, or other calm anchorages where guests can swim and snorkel directly from the boat. Snorkeling gear is included on all rentals. Just let the crew know when you want to get in the water and they'll find the perfect spot.
Not at all. Every rental includes a licensed, professional captain who operates the vessel. Guests don't need any nautical experience, boating license, or prior knowledge. You simply show up and enjoy the experience while the captain handles everything from navigation to anchoring to safety. The crew is there to take care of you for the entire rental.
Since all food and beverages are included in your rental, there's typically no need to bring anything. That said, if there are specific items you'd like on board — a special bottle, a birthday cake, custom food preferences, or dietary requirements — just let us know when booking and we'll accommodate. Our team is happy to work with any reasonable request ahead of your departure.
We understand that plans change, especially when traveling. Our team works with guests on a case-by-case basis to reschedule when possible. For weather-related cancellations on the day of departure, we always offer a full reschedule at no penalty. Please contact us directly when you book for the specific cancellation terms applicable to your vessel and date — our team will walk you through everything clearly before you confirm.
Cabo San Lucas has no shortage of shared boat experiences — party boats, group excursions, water taxis, and packaged snorkel tours are available on every pier. These are genuine options that serve their purpose, but they come with a predictable set of trade-offs: you share your space with strangers, the schedule is fixed, the route doesn't change, and the experience is designed around a general average rather than the preferences of your specific group.
A private boat rental flips that model entirely. The departure time is yours. The music is yours. The itinerary follows what your group actually wants to do — not a fixed schedule optimized for throughput. If everyone wants to stay anchored at a snorkel spot for two hours because the visibility is exceptional, that is exactly what happens. If you want to skip the standard tourist sites and ask the captain to take you somewhere quieter, he will. The boat is yours, and that ownership of the experience changes everything about the quality of the day.
The most common mistake when booking a boat rental in Cabo is either over-buying (renting too large a vessel for a small group, leaving the deck feeling empty) or under-buying (cramming 20 people onto a boat built for 8, which limits movement and comfort). Getting the size right is simple: match the guest count to the vessel's comfortable capacity, with a little room for everyone to move freely.
For spontaneous trips with a small group of friends — two to eight people — the 35FT sport yacht is the sweet spot: affordable, fast, and agile enough to get close to El Arco and anchor in spots a larger boat can't reach. For celebration groups of 15–30, the 65FT range delivers proper space, a full bar setup, and a social atmosphere while remaining intimate. Groups of 40 or more should think in terms of the 80FT or larger vessels, where there's meaningful deck space, multiple seating areas, and the logistical capacity to host a genuinely great event on the water. Our team will match you to the right boat — just tell us your headcount and what you're planning, and we'll take it from there.
