42′ Catamaran

The 42′ Catamaran is the ideal choice if you are spending a night on the water — and a private overnight charter in Puerto Vallarta is the most affordable way to do it. The 42′ Catamaran from Palmara Charters combines four private bedrooms, a full day of sailing on Banderas Bay, and a 24-hour rate of just $5,000 USD, making it the smartest value for an overnight yacht charter in Puerto Vallarta.

Better still, it doubles as one of the bay’s most flexible party boats: up to 20 guests for day charters, complimentary celebration decorations, and freshly cooked fajitas served on board. With four, six, eight, and twenty-four-hour options starting at $2,400 USD, it fits everything from a quiet sunset sail to a full birthday or bachelorette weekend on the water.

This vessel is a genuine Lagoon — the legendary catamaran builder that has been handcrafting sailing catamarans in Bordeaux, France since 1984. That heritage shows the moment you step aboard. The double-hull design creates wide, open lounge areas that a single-hull boat of the same length simply cannot match, and the ride is famously smooth and gentle, even for guests who are new to boating. Stretch out on the front netting and watch the water pass just beneath you, or retreat to the ample shaded areas when the midday sun gets strong. It is a boat designed for comfort first, which is exactly what you want for a long, lazy day on Banderas Bay.

The 42′ Catamaran departs from La Cruz Marina, the charming, less-crowded harbor at the north end of Banderas Bay that seasoned travelers increasingly prefer. From there, your captain sets a private course across the bay’s calm, protected waters — the same sailing grounds that make Puerto Vallarta one of Mexico’s most reliable charter destinations year-round. Every charter is completely private, so the route, the pace, and the anchor stops belong entirely to your group. Whether you want to sail, swim, snorkel, or simply drift, the day unfolds on your schedule.

The on-board experience is genuinely all-inclusive. Your crew prepares chicken or beef fajitas fresh on board, served with warm flour tortillas, sautéed vegetables, and dessert, while a steady flow of snacks keeps everyone happy between meals — fresh guacamole, salsa, chips, and a fruit platter.The drinks package includes water, ice, mixed juices, and sodas for the whole group, plus 24 beers, welcome margaritas, and a tequila bottle to keep the celebration going. It is the kind of spread that turns a boat trip into a proper fiesta, without the surprise bar tab at the end.

Celebrations are where this catamaran truly shines. Palmara Charters adds special decorations at no extra cost for birthdays, bachelorette parties, anniversaries, and other milestone events, so the boat looks the part before your guests even step aboard. Combine that with the front netting lounge, the onboard music, and space for up to 20 guests, and you have one of the best party catamaran rentals in Puerto Vallarta — private, personal, and far more memorable than a crowded shared cruise.

The water toys are included too. A stand-up paddleboard, a floating mat (lily pad), and full snorkeling gear are all part of the charter, so your group can jump straight into the bay’s warm, clear water at any anchorage. Lifejackets are always supplied for every guest, and the professional crew handles all the equipment, safety briefings, and sailing, so you can focus entirely on enjoying the day. No experience is needed — just bring swimwear, sunscreen, and your favorite playlist.

Pricing is refreshingly simple. Four-hour charters start at $2,400 USD, six hours at $2,700, eight hours at $3,000, and the full 24-hour overnight experience at $5,000 USD — the most accessible overnight option in the Palmara fleet. The standard charter covers 10 guests, with additional guests welcome at just $50 each up to a maximum of 20. Optional extras such as crew gratuities and pickups from a different marina are clearly listed up front, so the rate you see is the rate you pay.

The 42′ Catamaran is part of the Palmara Charters collection — a boutique fleet of around 20 handpicked private vessels from 30 to 105 feet serving Puerto Vallarta and Cabo San Lucas. Every charter includes a professional bilingual crew, secure SSL-encrypted online payments, and the personal, responsive service of a specialist team rather than a big-box booking platform. You can check availability, ask questions in English or Spanish, and reserve your dates directly through the website or by phone.

For groups searching for an overnight catamaran charter in Puerto Vallarta, a private party boat for 20, or a smooth, family-friendly sailing day on Banderas Bay, the 42′ Catamaran delivers all three in one beautifully built package. Overnight dates and weekend celebration slots are the first to sell out, especially during high season from November through April — so check availability online or contact the Palmara Charters team today to reserve your charter.