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Pontoon 38: Eighteen on board, and a slide off the top deck
- Length38 ft
- GuestsUp to 18
- TypeDouble-deck party pontoon
- CrewCaptain and deckhand
- Boards atDock E, IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas (by Ultrajewels)
- From$869 / 2 h
The Pontoon 38 is a 38-foot double-deck party pontoon for up to 18 guests, private and crewed, from $869 USD (MXN 16,599) per boat for 2 hours with 16% tax included, 2 hour minimum, departing from Dock E, IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas (by Ultrajewels).
A 38-foot double-deck party pontoon for up to eighteen, the largest group in the fleet. A curved slide drops from the upper sun deck straight into the bay, the lower deck is wraparound lounge seating under a full bimini, and there is a real enclosed head with a freshwater shower on board. Captain and deckhand included, plus a cooler with ice, a floating mat and Bluetooth sound. One price for all eighteen, with no per-guest surcharge. Bring your own food and drinks, or add catering when you book.
Eighteen guests, one price. No per-person surcharge and no minimum spend. At four hours that is $90 per guest for a private double-deck boat with a slide, a head and a shower on board.
On board
7 photos of this yachtRates by duration
| Duration | Price, USD |
|---|---|
| 2 hours | $869 |
| 3 hours | $1,269 |
| 4 hours | $1,619 |
| 5 hours | $1,919 |
| 6 hours | $2,259 |
Per boat, not per person. 16% tax included. No hidden costs: what you see is what you pay. Prices in US dollars (USD).
Included
- Captain and deckhand
- Water slide from the upper deck
- Enclosed head with freshwater shower
- Cooler with ice
- Snorkel gear
- Floating mat
- Bluetooth sound system
- Full bimini top over the lounge
- Swim platform and ladder
Not included
- Food and drinks: bring your own, or order food, sodas and water in the planner
- Paddle board (this boat does not carry one)
- Ground transportation
- Crew gratuity (15% is customary)
- Fishing and fishing gear. This is a pleasure boat without a fishing permit.
The boat
- Upper sun deck with seating
- Curved slide down to the swim platform
- Lower deck with wraparound lounge seating
- Bimini top over the whole lounge
- Enclosed head with shower
- Bar with freshwater sink
Guides that mention this yacht
How booking and payment work
- A deposit holds your date and your yacht. Once we confirm your date in writing, we send it as a secure Stripe link (card, Apple Pay or Google Pay).
- You pay the rest at the dock on the day, by card or in cash.
- Want to pay everything in cash at the dock? Ask us before you book.
- Cancel more than 72 hours ahead and we refund 75% of what you paid. Between 72 and 48 hours, 50%. Less than 48 hours, no refund.
- If the Port Captain closes the harbor or your captain decides it isn't safe, you choose a new date or a full refund.
Secure payment with Stripe. Stripe processes your card, so we never see or store the number.
Where it can take you
- 2 hArch & Land's End4.7 mi7.6 km
Pelican Rock, the sea lions, the Arch, Lover's and Divorce Beach, then back along Médano Beach.
Good for
Questions about the Pontoon 38
How much does it cost to rent the Pontoon 38 in Cabo San Lucas?
2026 rates: a private charter on the Pontoon 38 costs USD 869 (MXN 16,599) for 2 hours, up to USD 2,259 (MXN 42,999) for 6 hours. Prices are per boat, not per person, with 16% tax included and no charge per extra guest. The customary 15% crew tip is not included.
How many people fit on the Pontoon 38?
Up to 18 guests, plus the crew. With a full boat for 4 hours, that is about USD 90 per person. For 18 guests on the 2 hour charter it is about USD 48 each; the price is the same for 2 guests or 18.
What is included on the Pontoon 38?
Included: captain and deckhand, water slide from the upper deck, enclosed head with freshwater shower, cooler with ice, snorkel gear, floating mat. Food from our menu can be added in the planner.
Can we bring our own drinks on the Pontoon 38?
Yes. Alcohol is not sold on board, but guests 18 and over may bring their own drinks.
Is food included on the Pontoon 38?
No. Bring your own food and drinks (there is a cooler with ice on board), or order breakfast, box lunches, boards and sodas from our menu in the planner when you book. The CONANP conservation fee for the Arch area is already in the price.
Where does the Pontoon 38 depart from, and how late can we stay out?
It boards at Dock E, IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas (by Ultrajewels). The map link to the dock comes on your boarding pass. Departures run from 7 AM to 7 PM. The boat sails until 8 PM and can stay anchored in the bay until 10 PM.
When is the best time of year for the Pontoon 38?
Humpback whales are in the bay from November to April, with January and February as the peak. Sunset charters are best from November to March and in June. Snorkeling is good most of the year at Pelican Rock, next to the Arch, on the 2 hour charter; Santa María Bay needs 4 hours. Departures run from 7 AM to 7 PM all year.
Are whale sightings guaranteed?
No. Humpback whales come to Cabo from November to April, but they are wild animals, so no one can promise a sighting. The crew follows Mexico's whale-watching rules (NOM-131-SEMARNAT-2010) and keeps its distance.
What if the weather cancels the Pontoon 38 charter?
If the Port Captain (Capitanía de Puerto) closes the harbor or your captain decides it isn't safe, you choose a new date or a full refund of what you paid. Closures are rare and happen only under storm threat, mostly between September and mid October.
Can we decorate the Pontoon 38 for a birthday or bachelorette?
Yes, with cardstock decorations and a sign. Since October 2026 the Port Captain no longer allows balloons on board, and loose confetti or glitter is not allowed either. Flowers, a cake, drone shots or decor can be arranged when you book and are quoted separately.
Is there a photographer on the Pontoon 38? Can we bring our own camera?
Yes, as an extra. A professional photographer can join for USD 180, with all the photos from your charter, paid directly to the photographer. Add it in the planner. You are also welcome to bring your own cameras and phones and take all the pictures you want.
How do I book the Pontoon 38?
The minimum is 2 hours. Pick the date, hours and any food in the planner. We confirm in writing within 2 hours (8 AM to 8 PM Cabo time) and then send a secure Stripe link for the deposit, which holds your date and your yacht. You pay the rest at the dock on the day, by card or in cash.
Fine print
- Rates are per boat for the whole group, not per person. They include 16% tax.
- Prices in US dollars (USD). Your payment link comes in the currency you choose.
- A 15% crew gratuity is customary and is not included in any rate.
- Boarding: Dock E, IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas (by Ultrajewels). Your boarding pass brings the meeting time and a map link to the dock.
- Minimum charter: 2 hours.
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