Private Charter in Tenerife south max 7 people

The best thing about this Tenerife charter is its size. You get a private sailboat for up to seven people, not a crowded deck with strangers and a fixed script. The three-hour outing leaves Puerto Colón, heads to Playa del Puertito, and gives you room to talk, eat, watch for wildlife, or swim.

I like the personal touch, especially the captains’ local knowledge and the chance to arrange a birthday, honeymoon, anniversary, or business outing. I also like that lunch, snacks, and snorkeling equipment are included, so you can keep the day simple. The main consideration is the short duration: three hours gives you a pleasant taste of the coast, but not a full-day sailing adventure.

Key points to know before booking

• Small private group: Your party alone uses the boat, with a maximum of seven passengers.
• Playa del Puertito stop: The main outing includes time at this coastal spot, with swimming and snorkeling possible.
• Named local host: Captain Diego is available for a friendly, personal style of hosting, with wildlife explanations and local tips.
• Food included: Onboard lunch and snacks add value, particularly for a relaxed afternoon outing.
• Good for celebrations: The operator can help with special plans for birthdays, honeymoons, anniversaries, romantic trips, and business occasions.
• Weather matters: Poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund.

A private boat from Puerto Colón

The charter starts at Puerto Colón in Playa de las Américas, on Tenerife’s south coast. That is a useful base for a short sea outing because you do not need to commit a whole day to the port or arrange a long transfer across the island.

From the start, the format is clear: this is a private activity for your group only. The boat takes a maximum of seven passengers, so it suits a family, a group of friends, or a couple willing to pay for extra space and privacy. You are not buying a seat on a large shared cruise and hoping the mood suits you.

The boat is described as a sailboat, which gives the outing a more intimate feel than a standard motorboat trip. The supplied details do not promise a particular sailing route, wind conditions, or a guaranteed wildlife sighting, so I would treat the boat ride itself as the main pleasure rather than expecting a tightly staged show.

The activity lasts about three hours and ends back at Puerto Colón. That timing works well before or after other plans in Playa de las Américas, though you should keep some flexibility around the start and return because the sea and weather can affect boat outings.

Why seven passengers changes the day

A maximum of seven is a small detail with a large effect. On a big excursion boat, you usually fit your plans around the crew’s schedule and the group’s mood. Here, your party can have a quieter outing, ask questions more easily, and decide how much time to spend talking, eating, swimming, or watching the coast.

That privacy is especially useful for a celebration. The operator invites you to discuss birthdays, honeymoons, anniversaries, romantic outings, and business trips. The information does not promise a particular decoration, menu, or event package, so contact the operator before booking if the special occasion matters. The useful point is that the trip can be discussed and adjusted rather than treated as a one-size-fits-all cruise.

For six friends, the arrangement leaves only one place unused. That can be a comfortable balance: enough people to make lunch social, but few enough to keep the boat from feeling crowded. For two people, the price is harder to justify unless privacy and a special occasion are worth more to you than a shared boat ticket.

Heading toward Playa del Puertito

The listed stop is Playa del Puertito. The available details do not specify a long series of coastal stops, so you should think of this as a focused outing centered on the sailboat, the sea, and time at this beach area rather than a rapid tour of every major sight on Tenerife’s coast.

A stop like this gives the three-hour trip a useful rhythm. You leave Puerto Colón, spend time out on the water, then have a clear place where you can relax or get in the sea. The exact order and length of each part may depend on the captain and the day’s conditions.

The setting also leaves room for a less hurried afternoon. You might prefer to remain on deck with a drink and watch the coast. You might choose to use the snorkeling gear and spend time in the water. The supplied information confirms that equipment is included, but it does not promise a particular marine species, visibility, or water temperature. Bring realistic expectations and let the conditions guide your plans.

The beach stop is not presented as a major sightseeing site with a long guided visit. Its appeal is simple: a pause by the water during a private boat trip. That simplicity may suit you if you want rest rather than a packed schedule. If you want several famous coastal landmarks, a longer cruise or a different boat route may be a better match.

Wildlife, local tips, and the crew

The strongest human element is the crew. One account describes two captains explaining wildlife and offering local tips, while another singles out Diego as an excellent host. That tells me the quality of the outing depends in part on the people working that day, but it also points to the kind of service you can expect: conversation, explanations, and a personal welcome rather than a purely self-guided ride.

Captain Diego is worth noting if you are arranging a birthday or another special plan and want to ask for a particular host. The available information does not guarantee that Diego will operate every departure, so ask when booking if that detail is important.

Wildlife explanations can add much to a short sea trip. A captain who points out what you are seeing helps turn a quiet ride into a more meaningful look at Tenerife’s waters. Still, wildlife is not a timed attraction. You should regard any sightings as a bonus, not a promise.

The 4.7 rating from 103 ratings and the 93 percent recommendation rate support the idea that the private format and crew service work well for most people. The feedback is not completely one-sided: a three-star assessment describes a peaceful small-group outing with children. That is useful because it places the trip in the right category. This is a calm, compact boat ride, not an action-heavy day at sea.

Lunch, snacks, and time on the water

Food is included in the form of an onboard lunch and snacks. That matters on a three-hour charter because you can stay with the group instead of interrupting the outing to find food on shore.

The details do not give a menu, dietary list, or drink selection. If you have allergies, special dietary needs, or a strong preference about the meal, contact the operator before you book. Do not assume the included lunch will match a particular diet without confirmation.

The meal also helps explain the value of the private format. You are not just paying for transport to Playa del Puertito. You are paying for a boat reserved for your group, crew attention, time on the water, snorkeling gear, lunch, and snacks. For seven people, the total price of $423.28 works out to about $60.47 per person. For six people, it is about $70.55 per person. With only two people, the per-person cost rises sharply.

I see the strongest value for a full group. Seven friends sharing a private boat can pay less per person than some premium small-group arrangements, while gaining control over the social setting. The value is less compelling for a couple seeking the cheapest way to spend three hours at sea, unless the privacy is central to the plan.

Snorkeling without a complicated setup

Snorkeling equipment is included, so you do not need to arrange separate gear for the water stop. That makes the outing easier, especially for families or groups that want the option to swim without making snorkeling the sole purpose of the day.

The wording matters: equipment is available, but the activity does not promise a formal snorkeling lesson or a particular underwater route. You can use it if conditions suit you. If you would rather stay dry, the boat also offers the basic pleasures of a coastal cruise, onboard food, and time together.

A three-hour charter leaves limited time, so do not expect a long training session or a full day of underwater exploration. The gear is best seen as a convenient extra that gives you another choice at Playa del Puertito.

For children, the small group can make the atmosphere calmer than a large cruise. The information says most people can participate, but it does not provide age limits, specific child equipment, or detailed safety rules. Ask the operator directly if you have questions about a young child’s participation.

Special occasions and personal arrangements

This charter makes particular sense for a planned occasion. A private boat creates a setting for a birthday surprise, a romantic afternoon, an anniversary, or a small business gathering without putting your group inside a large public tour.

The operator says it can help with resources for special events and can discuss modifications to excursions and private charter prices. That is an invitation to ask, not a guarantee that every request is included. Confirm the cost, meal details, decorations, timing, and any other arrangements in writing before you rely on them.

For a honeymoon or anniversary, the three-hour length can work well as one part of a larger day. You get a memorable sea outing without giving up the entire day. For a birthday, the onboard lunch and snacks keep the celebration easy, while the private setting lets your group set its own tone.

Business groups should note the maximum of seven. This is suited to a small team or client outing, not a large company event. The quiet format may help conversation, but the boat remains a leisure setting, not a formal conference space.

Weather, timing, and practical planning

The charter requires good weather. If poor conditions cause a cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. That is reassuring, but you should still avoid placing an important dinner or airport transfer immediately after the boat ride.

You receive confirmation at the time of booking. The meeting point is Puerto Colón, Puerto Colón, Playa de las Américas, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, and the activity returns to that same point. The ticket is mobile, and the activity is offered in English.

Free cancellation applies if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. A cancellation made less than 24 hours ahead is not refunded, and changes inside that same period are not accepted. Cut-off times follow local Tenerife time, so check the booking time carefully if you are arranging plans from abroad.

Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate. The provided information does not describe wheelchair access, boat boarding arrangements, or facilities onboard. If mobility access is important, contact Galatea before booking rather than assuming the boat will suit your needs.

The charter is booked, on average, 52 days ahead. That is a useful warning for a small boat with limited capacity. You may find space closer to the date, but I would reserve early for a weekend, a holiday, or a special celebration.

Who gets the most from this charter

I would recommend this outing to a group that values privacy more than a long route. Six or seven friends can share the cost and enjoy a far more personal setting than a large cruise. Families who want a calm three-hour activity may also like the small group, included food, and optional snorkeling.

It is also a good fit for someone planning a birthday, anniversary, honeymoon, or romantic afternoon. The captain’s local tips and wildlife explanations add character, especially if you like to ask questions rather than listen to a fixed recording.

I would hesitate if your main goal is an extensive tour of Tenerife’s coast. The stated itinerary focuses on Playa del Puertito and lasts only three hours. I would also compare prices carefully if only two people are going, because the group rate is best shared among several passengers.

The outing is offered in English, which should suit English-speaking groups. If you need another language, the available information does not confirm that one is offered.

Should you book it?

Book this private charter if you can fill most of the seven places and want a quiet, flexible afternoon at sea. The price becomes reasonable when divided among a full group, and the package includes the things that often create extra planning: lunch, snacks, and snorkeling equipment.

I would also choose it for a special occasion, especially if you contact the operator ahead of time to discuss your plans. Captain Diego and the other crew members appear to be a key part of the appeal, with local tips and wildlife explanations adding more than a simple boat transfer.

Skip it if you want a full-day sailing trip, a detailed route with many stops, or a guaranteed wildlife encounter. For the right group, though, this is a comfortable way to enjoy Tenerife’s south coast without surrendering your afternoon to a large boat and a crowd.

FAQ

How long does the private charter last?

The activity lasts approximately three hours.

Where does the boat depart?

It starts at Puerto Colón in Playa de las Américas, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.

Where does the activity finish?

The boat returns to the same meeting point at Puerto Colón.

How many people can join?

The private sailboat accepts a maximum of seven passengers, and only your group participates.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included in the charter.

Is food provided?

Yes. An onboard lunch and snacks are included.

Is the activity offered in English?

Yes. English is listed as an available language.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If poor weather causes the activity to be canceled, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.