3 Hour VIP Private Luxury Boat Charter in Tenerife

A cava welcome, a private boat, and a quiet bay for swimming make this Tenerife charter feel more personal than a standard group cruise. You leave Puerto Colón and follow the coast at an easy pace, with time for photos, snacks, conversation, and a dip in the sea.

I like the small private group, limited to six people, and I like the way the captain can shape the outing around your group rather than a fixed crowd schedule. Ryan acts as both captain and guide, pointing out buildings, coastal sights, and wildlife, while also keeping the atmosphere relaxed.

The main drawback is the three-hour limit. That gives you a pleasant half-day on the water, but not enough time for a long cruise, several swimming stops, and a wide tour of the island. The experience also depends on good weather, so keep some flexibility in your plans.

Key points before you book

• Private boat for up to six: You get the boat to yourselves, which suits families, couples, and small groups wanting a quieter outing.
• Cava on arrival: The trip begins with sparkling wine, followed by beer, soft drinks, and water.
• A secluded bay stop: You have time to swim, snorkel, and eat lunch away from the port.
• Lunch is more than a basic snack: Expect a cold platter with local meats, cheese, fruit, bread, dips, and other delicacies.
• Ryan is captain and guide: He explains sights along the coast and takes a personal approach with both adults and children.
• Flexible weather arrangements: Poor weather can lead to a new date or a full refund, while ordinary cancellations require at least 24 hours’ notice.

Leaving Puerto Colón with cava in hand

Your meeting point is Roca Mar Tenerife at Puerto Colón, on Pantalán 2 along Av. de Colón in Costa Adeje. The experience ends back at the same place, which keeps the day simple if you are staying in the Costa Adeje area.

The welcome sets the tone. You step aboard, receive cava, and get comfortable before the boat heads along the coast. A full welcome briefing follows, including a chance to explain what you would most like to see and do.

That personal start matters. On a large sightseeing cruise, you usually fit into the schedule. Here, your group has the captain’s attention from the beginning. If you are traveling with family members who need time to settle into a new setting, that can make the first few minutes much easier.

The group size is capped at six people. At the advertised price of $540.63 per group, the cost works out to about $90 per person if six people share it. That is not a cheap boat ride, but it is a reasonable figure for a private charter when compared with booking several seats on a premium shared cruise. For two people, the price feels much less attractive. For six, it becomes a practical splurge for a special afternoon.

Tenerife’s coast from a slower viewpoint

Once the boat leaves the port, the point is not to rush from one attraction to another. You have time to sit back, watch Tenerife from the water, and take photographs of the coast and surrounding islands.

The guide adds useful context along the way. Ryan has pointed out buildings, landmarks, and wildlife, including dolphins, during the coastal cruise. Wildlife is never guaranteed, of course, but the open-water setting gives you a chance to spot something beyond the usual shore views.

I like this part best for the contrast it provides. Tenerife can feel busy around its resorts, roads, and waterfront promenades. From the boat, you get a quieter view of the island, with the port gradually behind you and the coastline becoming the main subject.

Bring your camera, but do not spend the whole trip looking through it. The boat offers frequent photo opportunities, and the views are part of the value. You can photograph the coast, the sea, your group with cava, and the changing angle of Tenerife as you cruise.

The pace also works well for mixed-age groups. Adults can enjoy the scenery and drinks, children have room for a new setting and simple nautical fun, and nobody has to keep up with strangers. One family described Ryan letting a young child wear a captain’s hat, use binoculars, steer the boat, and sound the horn. Those details are not guaranteed on every departure, but they show how personal the experience can become.

A natural bay for swimming and snorkeling

The main pause comes at a secluded natural bay. Here, you can leave the seats behind and get into the water for swimming and snorkeling. Snorkeling equipment is provided, so you do not need to bring your own mask and gear.

This stop gives the three-hour charter its shape. The coastal cruise provides the views, but the bay creates a real break in the day. You can cool off, float, explore the water with the equipment provided, or simply stay aboard and enjoy the quiet if swimming is not your thing.

The description does not promise a particular fish species, water temperature, or underwater site, so you should keep expectations sensible. This is a casual swimming and snorkeling stop, not a specialist marine excursion. If you want a long guided snorkeling session, this may feel too brief. If you want an easy chance to swim from a private boat, it fits well.

The bay is also where lunch is served. Expect a cold meat and cheese platter with local delicacies. The more detailed spread described includes fruit, bread, dips, local meats, and cheese. It is the sort of food that works well on a boat: easy to share, filling without being heavy, and suited to a relaxed stop rather than a formal meal.

Drinks are included too. You can have sparkling wine, beer, soft drinks, and water. Alcohol is available only to people aged 18 and over. Families with children should know that the food and soft drinks remain part of the experience, but no alcohol will be served to anyone under that age.

The return cruise and the value of private time

After the swim and lunch, the boat follows the coast back toward Puerto Colón. The return gives you another chance to take photographs, finish your drink, and enjoy the coast without needing to navigate or watch the clock yourself.

Three hours is a useful length for a private outing. It is long enough to make the journey feel worthwhile, but short enough to fit around a day at the beach, an evening meal, or other plans in Costa Adeje. You are not committing to a full day at sea, which is helpful if some members of your group are unsure about spending hours on a boat.

At the same time, the duration sets limits. The experience includes a welcome, a coastal cruise, a swimming stop, lunch, snorkeling, and the return to port. Each part gets a portion of the afternoon. You should think of it as a compact private escape, not a full coastal expedition.

The personal service is a major part of the price. Ryan is described as taking his time, sharing stories about the route, and paying attention to what the group wants rather than watching the clock. That can make the charter feel less like a packaged transfer and more like an outing with a local captain.

Who will get the most from this charter?

I would recommend this boat trip for a group that values privacy and ease over a packed schedule. Six friends can share the cost and enjoy their own space. A family can settle into the boat without worrying about disturbing a large group. Couples can book it for a special occasion, though the fixed group price is better value with more people aboard.

It is particularly suitable for families with children. The private format gives younger passengers more freedom, and Ryan’s reported willingness to involve a child in simple captain-themed activities adds a nice personal touch. Still, the trip involves a boat, open water, swimming, and snorkeling, so each adult should judge what works for their own group.

It also suits people who want a small taste of several things in one outing: coastal scenery, drinks, food, swimming, and a private boat. You do not need to bring a specialist interest in sailing or snorkeling to enjoy it.

I would think twice if you dislike boats, need a fully indoor activity, or want a guaranteed wildlife encounter. The experience requires good weather, and sea conditions can affect comfort and plans. If swimming is your main goal, you should also remember that the time at the bay is only one part of the three-hour charter.

What to bring and how to plan the day

The supplied information confirms that snorkeling equipment, lunch, drinks, and water are included. You should still bring the practical personal items you normally want for a boat outing, such as sun protection and a camera, though specific equipment advice is not provided.

Wear something comfortable for moving between sitting, swimming, and eating. A change of clothes may be useful after the bay stop, but the operator does not list one as an official requirement. Keep valuables to a minimum, since a boat is not the place for a large day bag.

You need to arrive at Roca Mar Tenerife, Puerto Colón, Pantalán 2. The meeting point is near public transportation, and service animals are allowed. The activity returns to this same meeting point, so you do not need to arrange a separate pickup at the end.

The experience is offered in English. Most people can participate, but the available information does not give detailed guidance about wheelchair access, mobility restrictions, or specific medical needs. If those details matter to you, ask the operator before booking rather than assuming the boat will suit every requirement.

Booking, cancellations, and weather

Confirmation is provided when you book. This experience is often reserved about 23 days ahead, so you may want to plan early if your dates are fixed, especially if you are visiting during a busy period.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations made inside that 24-hour window are not refunded, and changes made during that period are not accepted.

Good weather is required. If poor weather forces the operator to cancel, you will be offered another date or a full refund. I would avoid placing this charter on the final day of a short trip. A weather change could remove the experience, and a little spare time gives you a better chance to reschedule.

My take on the $540.63 group price

The price is easiest to justify when you fill the boat. With six people, you are paying roughly $90 each for three hours of private use, a captain and guide, drinks, snorkeling equipment, lunch, and a flexible atmosphere. That is a fair price for a celebration, a family outing, or a small group that would rather not share a boat with dozens of strangers.

For three people, the cost is about $180 each. For two, it becomes a premium experience, and you should be sure that privacy is worth more to you than a lower-priced shared cruise. The value is not just the food or the time on the water. It comes from having the space to yourselves and the captain’s attention.

The strongest reason to book is the mix of comfort and personal service. You can cruise, stop for a swim, eat a well-prepared platter, and return to port without handling the route or fitting into a large group’s routine.

Should you book the Roca Mar charter?

Book it if you have up to six people, want a relaxed private afternoon, and like the idea of combining Tenerife views with swimming, snorkeling, food, and drinks. The thoughtful service from Ryan, the child-friendly touches, and the private format make this more personal than a standard sightseeing boat.

Skip it if you are seeking a full-day sailing trip, a serious snorkeling expedition, or the lowest possible price. Also leave room in your schedule for weather changes.

For a small group celebrating something, or a family wanting an easy day at sea, this is a strong choice. The three-hour format keeps it manageable, while the private boat and secluded bay give you enough time to feel that you have properly left the resort behind.

FAQ

Where does the boat charter start?

It starts at Roca Mar Tenerife, Puerto Colón, Tenerife, Pantalán 2, Av. de Colón, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.

Where does the experience end?

The charter ends back at the same meeting point in Puerto Colón.

How long does the boat trip last?

The experience lasts approximately three hours.

How many people can join the private charter?

The boat is available for a private group of up to six people.

What food and drinks are included?

Sparkling wine, beer, soft drinks, and water are included. Lunch consists of a cold meat and cheese platter with local delicacies.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included for the stop at the natural bay.

Are alcoholic drinks available for children?

No. Alcoholic drinks are served only to people aged 18 and over.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If the operator cancels because of poor weather, you can choose a different date or receive a full refund.