Private Luxury Motor Boat 2, 3 and 4 Hour Charters

The best part of this Tenerife charter is simple: you get a 42-foot Beneteau Antares 42 and its crew for your own group, rather than sharing the boat with a crowd. Within about 20 minutes of leaving Puerto Colón, you may be watching pilot whales or dolphins, then heading toward a sheltered bay for swimming and snorkeling.

I like the easy group pricing, which covers up to 10 people, and I like that the crew handles the food, drinks, gear, and driving. Juan, Eduardo, Dani, and Danny have all been praised for being attentive and fun, with Juan even taking photos and choosing music. The main caution is that the boat has shown some wear, and one report described a late departure and wet, worn seating.

Key points to know before booking

• Private boat for up to 10 people: The $899.08 group price can work well for families or friends who would otherwise need several seats on a shared cruise.
• Three time choices: Pick a 2-hour outing for a quick sea break, 3 hours for a better mix of sailing and swimming, or 4 hours for sea scooters and the floating beach club.
• Food and drinks are included: Expect soft drinks, beer, wine, fresh fruit, baguettes, and tapas, with a vegetarian option available if you request it when booking.
• Wildlife is possible, not promised: Pilot whales, dolphins, sea turtles, and even a hammerhead shark have been spotted, but nature sets the schedule.
• Pickup is available: The operator can collect you from nearby areas, including Playa de las Américas hotels, with the meeting point at Puerto Colón.
• Crew service is a major part of the experience: Juan, Eduardo, Dani, and Danny have each received strong praise, though the crew roster may vary by departure.

Setting out from Puerto Colón

Your charter begins at Puerto Colón, pier 2, in Costa Adeje. If you arrange hotel pickup, wait outside your hotel reception at the agreed time. A staff member will come to meet you, so do not wait inside the lobby and expect to be found.

The boat returns to the same meeting point. That makes the outing easy to fit into a beach holiday, particularly if you are staying in Playa de las Américas or nearby. You avoid the trouble of arranging a taxi back from a distant marina, but you should still check the pickup details before leaving your hotel. One booking had a gate and timing change, so keeping an eye on messages is sensible.

Once aboard, the private setup changes the mood right away. You are not trying to find a spare seat or sharing the music and meal service with a large group. Your party can settle on deck, ask the crew about the coast, and decide how much time to spend swimming, snorkeling, paddling, or simply sitting with a drink.

The boat is a Beneteau Antares 42, with an experienced captain and full crew. Fuel, safety equipment, and life jackets are included. The music system also helps keep the trip relaxed, and Juan has been singled out for making good music choices and taking both scenic and candid photos.

What the first hour is like

The opening stretch gives you time to settle in and watch Tenerife’s southern coast from the water. The point is not to rush from one attraction to another. You are paying for private time at sea, with the crew looking after the practical details while you enjoy the view.

Wildlife watching is one of the biggest draws. Pilot whales and dolphins have been seen early in the trip, sometimes within roughly 20 minutes of leaving the port. Sea turtles have also appeared. A hammerhead shark was reported on one outing, but that is a rare bonus rather than something you should expect.

I would treat the wildlife portion as a chance, not a guarantee. The captain can look for marine life, but no responsible operator can promise a particular animal on a particular day. The best attitude is to enjoy the sailing even if the sea stays quiet. You still have the coast, food, swimming equipment, and a private deck.

The crew’s role matters here. Juan, Eduardo, Dani, and Danny have been praised for being friendly and attentive, and good service is especially useful on a small private boat. They can keep drinks moving, explain what is happening, help with the water equipment, and take pictures if you want a record of the day.

Choosing between two, three, and four hours

The 2-hour charter is the shortest option and the easiest to fit into a packed holiday schedule. You still receive drinks, baguettes, tapas, fruit, snorkeling equipment, and paddle boards. It works for a quick celebration, a family outing, or an afternoon away from the hotel pool.

The limitation is time. A two-hour charter has to divide its schedule between leaving port, finding wildlife, stopping to swim, eating, and returning. If you want a calm meal and a proper water stop, the shorter trip may feel brisk. You can still have a fine outing, but you will have less room for delays or a long wildlife search.

The 3-hour charter is the best middle choice for many groups. It leaves enough time for the boat ride to feel like the main event, not just a short add-on. You can watch for whales and dolphins, stop in a sheltered bay, swim or snorkel, use a paddle board, and eat without checking the clock every few minutes.

For a birthday or family occasion, I would lean toward three hours. One family used this length for a 60th birthday and managed to see pilot whales and a sea turtle, then swim, snorkel, and paddle board. That combination gives you both celebration and activity without committing to a full four-hour block.

The 4-hour charter is the most complete option. It includes everything offered on the shorter trips, plus sea scooters and a floating beach club. Those extras make the longer charter feel more like a full day on the water. You can take your time with food, swimming, sunbathing, and equipment rather than fitting each activity into a narrow slot.

The four-hour option is also the strongest choice if your group has different ideas about a good day. Some people can use the paddle boards or sea scooters, while others relax on the floating beach club with a drink. That flexibility is valuable when children, parents, and active adults are sharing one boat.

Swimming, snorkeling, and the sheltered bay

The water stop is where the charter shifts from sightseeing to play. The crew may guide the boat toward a sheltered bay, where conditions are better suited to swimming, snorkeling, and paddle boarding. The exact stopping place is not specified, and the captain will need to consider the day’s sea conditions.

Snorkel equipment is included, so you do not need to bring your own mask and fins. Paddle boards are also provided. These are useful additions because they give you something to do beyond sitting on deck, but you are free to stay aboard if you prefer not to enter the water.

The four-hour trip adds sea scooters. These make the water stop more active and may appeal to older children and adults who want extra movement. The supplied information does not set out age or skill rules for using them, so ask the crew for instructions and safety guidance before use.

The floating beach club is another four-hour extra. Think of it as a floating platform for relaxing on the water, sunbathing, and enjoying the surrounding sea. It is a good feature for a group with mixed energy levels, since you can stay near the action without having to swim continuously.

Life jackets and full safety gear are included. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and the crew can explain how to use the equipment. Service animals are allowed, and most people can take part, although you should raise any personal concerns with the operator before booking.

Lunch, drinks, and the private-deck advantage

The catering is more substantial than a basic packet of snacks. You receive freshly prepared baguettes, tapas, and fruit, along with soft drinks, beer, wine, and other drinks. A vegetarian option is available if you request it in advance.

This matters because food at sea is part of the timing. On a shared cruise, meal service can feel fixed and impersonal. Here, the crew can fit food around swimming, sightseeing, and your group’s pace. A three or four-hour trip gives you more time to eat without giving up the water stop.

The food also helps justify the private format for groups. If 10 people share the listed $899.08 price, the cost works out to about $89.91 per person before tips. That includes the boat, captain, crew, fuel, drinks, food, safety equipment, and water gear. For a full group, that is a reasonable way to buy privacy and service in one package.

The calculation changes for smaller parties. A group of four would pay much more per person, so the charter makes the strongest financial sense when you can fill most of the 10 available places. Compare the total with a shared cruise, but remember that a shared option will not give your group exclusive use of the deck.

Tips are not included. I would budget for one if the crew looks after your group well, particularly on a birthday or other special occasion.

How luxurious is the boat?

The boat is presented as a luxury yacht, and the private format certainly adds comfort and space. You get your own deck, a music system, crew service, food, drinks, and water toys. Those details create a polished day on the water.

Still, you should set your expectations carefully. One report described noticeable wear and tear, wet seats, loose seams, and thin padding. That same experience praised Danny for being attentive and helpful, but felt the boat needed an overhaul.

This is the main balance to keep in mind. The service and privacy may be excellent while the physical condition of the boat is less polished than the word luxury suggests. If flawless upholstery and a newly refurbished yacht are essential to your celebration, contact the operator before booking and ask about the current condition of the vessel.

For most people, the boat’s value will come from the complete package rather than showroom perfection. You have room for your own group, a captain, a full crew, food, drinks, and several ways to enjoy the sea. The experience is stronger when you value privacy and service more than pristine fittings.

Who will enjoy this Tenerife charter most?

I would recommend this outing for families, birthday groups, couples traveling with friends, and anyone who wants a quieter alternative to a large boat cruise. The private price is particularly appealing for groups of eight to 10, since the cost per person drops sharply.

Families can keep children occupied with swimming, paddle boards, and wildlife spotting, while adults enjoy drinks and the food service. Children still need adult supervision, especially around the water and sea scooters.

The charter also suits a mixed group. One person can snorkel, another can sunbathe, and someone else can sit with a glass of wine and watch the coast. The four-hour trip offers the most freedom for this kind of group.

I would be more cautious if you dislike boats, want a strict sightseeing route, or expect a new yacht with perfect upholstery. I would also avoid relying on a particular whale or dolphin sighting as the main reason to book. The sea is unpredictable.

Timing, weather, and practical details

The experience lasts approximately two to four hours, depending on the option you choose. Confirmation is provided when you book, and the activity is offered in English. The minimum drinking age is 18.

Good weather is required. If poor weather causes a cancellation, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted, and the local time cutoff applies.

Pickup and drop-off are available from nearby areas when applicable, including Playa de las Américas hotels. Since the exact pickup arrangement can change, check your messages and wait outside reception at the agreed time.

Bring the mindset for a sea outing, not a fixed museum tour. The captain may adjust the water stop or wildlife search to suit conditions. That flexibility is part of staying safe and making the most of the day.

Should you book this private yacht charter?

I would book it if you have a group large enough to share the cost and want privacy, food, drinks, wildlife watching, and water activities in one outing. The three-hour option offers the best balance for most groups, while four hours makes sense if sea scooters and the floating beach club matter to you.

Choose two hours if your schedule is tight. Choose three hours for a birthday, family day, or first private boat trip. Choose four hours if you want the sea to be the main event and your group will make good use of the extra equipment.

The strongest reasons to book are the attentive crew, private deck, flexible water activities, and all-in group price. The reasons to pause are the possible wear on the boat, occasional timing changes, and the fact that wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. If you can accept those limits, this is a practical and enjoyable way to experience Tenerife’s southern coast without sharing your boat with a crowd.

FAQ

Where does the charter start and finish?

The charter starts at Puerto Colón, pier 2, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain. It ends back at the same meeting point.

Is hotel pickup available?

Pickup is offered from nearby areas when applicable, including hotels in Playa de las Américas. Wait outside your hotel reception at the agreed time for a staff member to meet you.

How many people can join the private boat?

The listed group price covers up to 10 passengers. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

What food and drinks are included?

The charter includes soft drinks, beer, wine, freshly prepared baguettes, tapas, and fresh fruit. A vegetarian option is available if you request it when booking.

Which activities and equipment are provided?

Snorkel equipment and paddle boards are included on the charters. Four-hour charters also include sea scooters and a floating beach club. Life jackets and full safety gear are provided.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If the operator cancels because of poor weather, you can choose a different date or receive a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time.