Tenerife: 2, 3 & 4 Hour Private Luxury Motorboat Charter

Tenerife’s south coast looks best from the water, and this private charter gives you a polished way to see it. You cruise aboard a Beneteau Antares 42 with a captain and full crew, stopping near La Caleta for swimming, snorkeling, paddle boarding, and wildlife watching.

I like the private format, especially for families, birthdays, and groups who want their own pace. I also like the all-inclusive food and drinks, which turn a short boat ride into a proper outing rather than a quick sightseeing cruise.

The main catch is time. Two hours can feel rushed once you allow for leaving Puerto Colón, settling in, and returning to shore. Rough seas can also affect comfort, so this is a poor choice if you are prone to seasickness.

Key points to know before booking

• A private Beneteau Antares 42: Your group has the yacht, captain, and crew to itself, with space for up to 10 people.
• La Caleta is the active stop: Swimming, snorkeling, paddle boards, marine life viewing, and a picnic-style spread all fit into the coastal stop.
• The four-hour trip adds the fun gear: Sea scooters and a floating beach club are available on the longest charter.
• The crew makes celebrations easy: Staff have helped arrange birthday surprises and special occasions, including cake.
• Wildlife sightings are possible, not promised: Dolphins, pilot whales, turtles, and fish have been seen, but nature sets the schedule.
• Pickup may be available: If included with your option, wait outside your hotel reception at the agreed time.

Setting out from Puerto Colón

The charter begins at a pickup point that depends on the option you book. Some departures include hotel pickup, and the instructions are simple: wait outside your hotel reception rather than inside, where a staff member can find you at the arranged time.

The boat heads out from Puerto Colón, one of the main marinas on Tenerife’s south coast. Early in the trip, the crew gives a safety briefing and settles you into the rhythm of the boat. This is also the time to take in the views, pour a drink, and decide how much of your time you want to spend relaxing versus getting in the water.

The Beneteau Antares 42 is a good match for this sort of outing. It feels more substantial than a small open speedboat, yet it is still suited to a half-day coastal trip. You have room to sit on deck, listen to music, eat, and move around without the whole experience feeling like a cramped transfer.

The crew handles the practical side. Fuel, life jackets, safety gear, and the music system are included. Drinks include soft drinks, beer, wine, and other choices, while the food includes freshly prepared baguettes, tapas, and fruit.

That spread matters more than it may first seem. On a two-hour trip, it gives you something to nibble while the boat is under way. On a three or four-hour charter, it means you do not need to interrupt the outing to find lunch. The meal is casual rather than formal, which suits a swim-and-sunboat day.

A coastal cruise with a chance of dolphins and turtles

The cruise along Tenerife’s southern coast is the scenic heart of the experience. The boat gives you a different view of the island, with the shoreline seen from offshore instead of from a road or promenade.

The crew can point out parts of the island and explain the marine life you encounter. That added context helps, especially when you are trying to tell the difference between a distant dolphin and a wave crest. Past trips have included dolphins, pilot whales, turtles, and plenty of fish.

Keep your expectations sensible. The charter offers wildlife viewing, but it cannot guarantee a particular animal on a particular day. You may see dolphins or pilot whales, or you may simply get a fine cruise with time to swim. Feeding animals is not allowed, so the focus stays on watching marine life responsibly.

The crew also pays attention to comfort. One group found the sea rough but appreciated the captain’s decision to head toward a cove, where they could use the boat and water equipment in calmer conditions. That sort of adjustment is one of the advantages of a private trip. The exact route can respond to weather and sea conditions instead of forcing everyone through a fixed plan.

La Caleta: the main stop for swimming and water sports

La Caleta is where the charter shifts from sightseeing to play. The stop allows time for a picnic, swimming, snorkeling, marine life viewing, and stand-up paddle boarding.

The water equipment is included, so you do not need to rent a mask or board separately. Snorkel gear lets you look below the surface, while the paddle boards offer a more active way to enjoy the cove. If you would rather not get wet, you can stay on deck with a drink and watch the rest of your group.

This stop is particularly useful for mixed groups. One person can swim, another can paddle board, and someone else can simply sunbathe. The boat remains your base, so you are not packing and unpacking beach gear or searching for a place to sit.

The four-hour charter adds sea scooters and a floating beach club. These extras are the clearest reason to choose the longest option. A sea scooter gives you another way to move through the water, while the floating platform creates a separate place to relax away from the boat.

The word floating beach club should not make you expect a large resort setup. Think of it as an on-water lounging feature that gives the longer charter more room for relaxation. It is best suited to people who want the outing to feel like a small private party on the sea, with water time, food, and space to stretch out.

Choosing between two, three, and four hours

The two-hour charter works for a quick taste of the coast. It includes the yacht, crew, drinks, food, snorkel gear, and paddle boards. You can cruise, stop for water activities, and return without giving up a large part of your day.

The drawback is obvious: two hours passes quickly. The route includes the cruise from Puerto Colón, the coastal stop, and the return to shore. If your group wants several people to swim, snorkel, and paddle board, each activity will get only a short turn.

The three-hour option is the sensible middle ground. You get more time along the southern coast and more breathing room at La Caleta. It suits a group that wants a real swim stop but does not need the extra equipment offered on the four-hour charter.

The four-hour option gives you the fullest version of the experience. You can take the cruise at a calmer pace, spend longer in the water, enjoy the food without watching the clock, and use the sea scooters and floating beach club.

I would choose two hours for a special add-on to a beach holiday, three hours for a balanced outing, and four hours for a birthday, hen party, family celebration, or group that wants the boat to be the main event of the day.

One practical point: availability can affect your preferred time. One group had hoped for an afternoon departure but was told that morning was the available choice. The change worked well for them, but you should confirm the starting time before building the rest of your day around it.

Food, drinks, and the private service

The all-inclusive setup keeps the day easy. You receive drinks such as soft drinks, beer, and wine, along with baguettes, tapas, and fresh fruit. The food is suited to a boat outing: informal, shareable, and easy to eat between swims.

The crew keeps drinks topped up and checks on the group during the trip. That is useful when your attention is split between the water, the views, and your companions. It also means you can enjoy the outing without someone in your party having to manage every small detail.

The private booking makes a big difference for celebrations. The crew has helped with birthday surprises and arranged cake, and groups have used the boat for birthdays and hen parties. If you are marking an occasion, tell the provider ahead of time rather than assuming a surprise can be arranged at short notice.

The service is warm without making the experience feel formal. Captains and crew named in past trips include Juan, Raul, Martina, Michele, Maxi, and Andy. The exact team may vary, but the repeated strength is attentive help, from hotel pickup through the final return.

What the crew does well

The crew’s role goes beyond steering the boat. They explain parts of Tenerife and the sea life, help with the water equipment, watch conditions, and adjust the plan when the sea becomes rough.

That last point is important. A private charter is not a promise of perfectly calm water. The Atlantic can be choppy, and the boat may move more than expected. The captain can seek a more sheltered area, but anyone prone to seasickness should think carefully before booking.

You should also expect a safety briefing and access to life jackets and full safety gear. Listen closely, especially if you have children or people in your group who are not confident swimmers. The crew can assist, but you remain responsible for following the safety instructions and deciding which activities suit you.

The multilingual service is another practical plus. Guides and crew can operate in English, Spanish, German, Italian, and French. That makes it easier to ask about the route, equipment, food, or sea conditions.

Is $877 good value for a group of 10?

The listed price is $877 per group of up to 10 people. That works out to about $88 per person if you fill the boat, before considering how much you might otherwise spend on separate transport, drinks, lunch, equipment rental, and a boat excursion.

For a small group, the per-person cost rises. Two people paying the full group price would be spending a great deal for a short cruise, while eight to ten people can make the pricing much more attractive. The private use of the yacht is the key value, not simply the number of included drinks or pieces of equipment.

I see the best value in the three and four-hour options for full groups. More time lets you use the snorkel gear, paddle boards, and, on the four-hour trip, sea scooters and the floating beach club. A two-hour trip can still be worthwhile, but the cost feels harder to justify if you are not using the water activities.

The price also makes sense for a celebration where privacy and service matter. You are paying for a full crew, a flexible coastal outing, food, drinks, and a boat reserved for your group. It is less compelling if all you want is a basic sightseeing cruise.

Who will enjoy this charter most?

I would recommend it to groups that want a private day on the water rather than a crowded excursion. Families can spread out and choose their own activities. Couples can keep the trip quiet and scenic. Friends celebrating a birthday or hen party get privacy, food, music, and room for a swim.

It also works well for groups with mixed energy levels. Active people have snorkeling, paddle boards, and sea scooters, while others can sit back with fruit and a glass of wine. The crew can help the group make the most of the stop without requiring everyone to do the same thing.

You should think twice if anyone in your group is prone to seasickness. Rough conditions have occurred, and even a well-handled boat cannot remove the motion of the sea. You should also avoid booking the two-hour option if several people want a long swim and plenty of time with every activity.

Bring sunglasses, swimwear, and a camera. The boat supplies the main water equipment and safety gear, but you should arrive ready to get wet and spend time in direct sun.

Booking details worth checking

The charter lasts two, three, or four hours, with starting times depending on availability. The meeting point can vary by option, so check the exact departure details before you arrive.

Hotel pickup is optional on some bookings. If you have arranged it, wait outside the hotel reception at the agreed time so the staff member can find you. The private group limit is up to 10 people.

You can cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option keeps the booking flexible. That is useful when you are planning around weather, family schedules, or a changing holiday plan.

Should you book it?

Book this charter if you want a private, well-serviced outing with food, drinks, swimming, and room for your group to set the pace. The strongest reasons are the attentive crew, the easy all-inclusive setup, and the chance to combine coastal views with real time in the water.

Choose three hours for the best balance. Choose four if sea scooters, the floating beach club, and an unhurried day matter to you. Choose two only when your schedule is tight or you want a short private taste of the coast.

I would not choose it for a guaranteed wildlife encounter or for anyone who struggles with motion at sea. For a full group celebrating a special occasion, though, the private Beneteau, flexible stop at La Caleta, and thoughtful crew service make the $877 group price a fair splurge.

FAQ

How long does the private motorboat charter last?

You can choose a two-hour, three-hour, or four-hour private charter.

How many people can join the private charter?

The private group can include up to 10 people.

What boat is used for the charter?

The experience takes place aboard a Beneteau Antares 42 yacht.

What food and drinks are included?

Included refreshments include soft drinks, beer, wine, freshly prepared baguettes, tapas, and fresh fruit.

Are snorkeling and paddle boarding included?

Yes. Snorkel equipment and paddle boards are included on the charter.

Are sea scooters and the floating beach club included on every trip?

No. Sea scooters and the floating beach club are available on four-hour charters and longer.

Is hotel pickup available?

Pickup is optional and depends on the option booked. If pickup is arranged, wait outside your hotel reception at the agreed time.

What languages are available?

The live tour service is available in English, Spanish, German, Italian, and French.

Can I cancel the booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.