All Inclusive, 6 Hours

Overview

Chica Locca Tours runs this six hour all inclusive trip to the Marietas Islands National Park, with food, an open bar and a full spread of water toys on the boat. Guests make their own way to the meeting point, which must be selected before the reservation is submitted. Once aboard, the crew serves drinks and snacks while the boat heads out to the islands.

At the park the emphasis is on the water. Slides run down both sides of the boat, and paddleboards, kayaks, snorkeling gear, floating mattresses and water tubes are all part of the package. Between swims, reviewers repeatedly describe whale and dolphin sightings, plus the occasional turtle or ray. Lunch and continuous drinks round out the day, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options if requested at booking.

This suits travelers who want a lively, social day on the water rather than a quiet nature cruise. Reviewers say the crew is attentive with kids, and several families have reported a good day out. Hidden Beach is not part of the base tour; access is very limited and carries an extra fee, and it should be requested in advance.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Meet at your chosen pointTravelers select a meeting place before submitting the reservation, since hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.
2. Board the boatThe crew welcomes guests aboard and begins serving drinks and snacks during the ride out.
3. Cruise to the islandsThe boat makes its way out to Marietas Islands National Park.
4. Water activitiesGuests use the waterslides, paddleboards, kayaks, snorkeling gear, floating mattresses and tubes around the boat.
5. Wildlife watchingReviewers often report whales, dolphins, turtles and rays along the way.
6. Food and drinksAn all inclusive spread is served, with alcoholic and non-alcoholic options from the open bar throughout the day.
7. Return to the meeting pointThe boat heads back at the end of the six hour outing.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points come up again and again in the listing and in traveler reviews, and they shape how the day feels.

• Getting there. There is no hotel pickup. Travelers choose a meeting point when booking, and one reviewer mentioned a shuttle from Sayulita to the boat, so confirm the arrangement for your departure point in advance.
• Long day on water. The tour runs six hours. It is a long day out on the water, so pack accordingly.
• Party atmosphere. One reviewer described the trip as a booze cruise, so travelers hoping for a quiet cruise should know what to expect.
• Food and drink. Meals, snacks and a open bar are included, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options on request at booking. One reviewer found breakfast light, so anyone wanting a solid morning meal should eat beforehand.
• Swimming and phones. Several activities involve swimming, and one reviewer advised bringing something to protect your phone from the water.
• Photos. A photo package is not included and is sold separately. One reviewer praised the pictures the crew took, so it may be worth budgeting for if you want images from the day.

Common issues. Hidden Beach access costs extra, is very limited and must be requested separately. The listing states the tour requires good weather, with a different date or a full refund offered if it is cancelled. There is no wheelchair access, and infants must sit on laps.

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