Lagoon 45 II
A second Lagoon 45 with two paddleboards and a kayak, styled for intimate celebrations and sunset dinners.
Experiences · Weddings
Wedding Yacht Charters in Puerto Vallarta
Ceremonies, receptions, proposals, vow renewals and elopements on a yacht reserved for your guests. Your guest list decides which vessels fit, and every detail is confirmed in writing.
Vows at sea
Saying it on the water
A yacht makes a wedding moment private: the coastline as a backdrop, the people who matter within arm's reach and no other passengers aboard.
Wedding yacht charters take many shapes. A proposal for two at golden hour. An elopement with an officiant and a photographer. A vow renewal with the children aboard. A ceremony at anchor followed by lunch, or a reception that fills an event catamaran with music and toasts.
What a yacht cannot do is fit every plan. A ceremony needs a deck where guests can gather and see the couple; a reception needs space to eat, toast and perhaps dance, plus restrooms for a crowd. So we start with your guest count and the shape of the day, then recommend the vessels that genuinely work, with their inclusions in writing.
Wedding and celebration photos on this page are illustrative.
Occasions
Which wedding moment are you planning?
Proposals
Usually two people and perhaps a hidden photographer. A small yacht or sailing catamaran with a forward lounge keeps it private, and sunset supplies the light.
Elopements
The couple, an officiant and a witness or two. Small and mid-size yachts suit this well; leave room in the guest count for anyone joining to work.
Vow renewals
Often a family occasion. Catamarans offer broad, steady decks for mixed ages, and a ceremony at anchor can be followed by a swim and lunch.
Ceremonies
A gathered ceremony needs open deck space where everyone can see. Larger yachts and catamarans give the room; tell us whether guests will stand or sit.
Receptions
Food, drinks, toasts and dancing for a crowd. Event catamarans, which list bars and restrooms, and the largest yachts give the room.
Welcome & farewell cruises
A relaxed day on the water for guests who travelled for the wedding, before or after the main event, planned like any private charter.
Guest count first
Wedding yacht charters by size
Guest numbers decide the shortlist. Listed maximums in the fleet run from five guests on the smallest cruiser to 200 on the Catamaran 90, so every plan starts with an honest headcount, including the officiant, photographer and planner.
Intimate ceremonies, elopements and proposals
Smaller vessels with a foredeck or forward lounge. The Lagoon 45 II is described as styled for intimate celebrations, the Sea Ray 60 lists a spacious cushioned foredeck, and the Azimut 105 has a chef on board.
Sea Ray 60
A spacious cushioned foredeck and room for 20 guests make the Sea Ray 60 a strong choice for celebrations and proposals.
Azimut 105
The flagship of the fleet: a 105-foot Azimut with crew and chef, drinks, snacks and lunch, for up to 20 guests.
Receptions and larger ceremonies
For a reception, the Catamaran 90 and Catamaran 72 lead the fleet on capacity, with minimum group sizes of 65 and 55 guests per their listings. The Custom 103 and Custom 90 each list up to 50 guests with an open bar and lunch. Some yachts, including the Custom 90 and the Azimut 85 (2017), are offered only during select months each year, so check your date early.
Catamaran 90
The largest vessel in the fleet: up to 200 guests, two bars, a DJ booth and four restrooms for major celebrations.
Catamaran 72
A 72-foot event catamaran for 55 to 150 guests, with a bar, four restrooms, a sound system and menu options by charter length.
Custom 103
A 103-foot yacht for up to 50 guests, listed with jet skis, a sea scooter, paddleboards, an open bar and lunch.
Custom 90
A 90-foot event yacht for up to 50 guests, listed with a national open bar, snacks, lunch, kayaks and paddleboards.
Azimut 85 (2017)
An 85-foot Azimut remodeled in 2017, listed for up to 25 guests with snacks, lunch, beer and soda included.
Lagoon 45
A modern, elegant catamaran for up to 25 guests, popular for proposals, anniversaries and sunset dinners.
Planning
Planning a wedding on a yacht
We arrange the yacht and coordinate the extras with the vessel. The legal formalities and the officiant are yours, or your planner's, to arrange.
Fix the guest count
Include everyone aboard: guests, officiant, photographer, planner, musicians. It decides which yachts can work.
Choose the yacht and date
We check availability with the vessels that fit and send their listed inclusions, departure points and deck layout details.
Settle the legal side
Decide whether the ceremony aboard is legal or symbolic, and confirm any requirements with the relevant authorities or a wedding planner.
Add the vendors
Catering, flowers, cake, photography and music are arranged and confirmed with the yacht, often at additional cost.
Agree the weather plan
The contingency for your booking, such as another time, date or plan, is confirmed in writing in advance.
About the legal ceremony. A civil marriage in Mexico has its own requirements, and they are the couple's responsibility to arrange and verify. Confirm them well ahead with the relevant authorities or an experienced wedding planner. One option is to hold a symbolic ceremony or vow renewal on board and complete the legal formalities separately.
The details
Flowers, cake, food and photographs
Food and drinks. Listed arrangements range from snacks to an open bar with lunch to a chef on board. The Catamaran 72 and Catamaran 90 listings describe menus that grow with charter length, with upgrade options, and many listings offer catering at additional cost. See catering & private chef and open bar options.
Flowers, cake and décor. Arranged for your booking, often at extra cost, or brought along where the listing allows outside food and drinks. Secure arrangements and table settings for the breeze.
Photography. Golden hour flatters everyone, and the captain can position the yacht for the light as conditions allow. Count the photographer in your guest number.
Music. A first dance needs a sound system, so choose a yacht that lists one. The Catamaran 90 also lists a DJ booth.
What to wear. Flat, soft-soled shoes for the deck, a secured veil or hat, and a light layer for the evening breeze.
On the day
Ceremony logistics your guests will thank you for
At anchor or underway. Vows are easier to hear and photograph with the yacht stopped in calm water, while a cruise afterwards gives guests the breeze and the changing coastline. Where and whether the yacht stops is the captain's decision, made for the conditions and any local rules.
Departure point. Most of the fleet departs from Puerto Vallarta, including Marina Vallarta; other vessels are based in Nuevo Vallarta or at Marina Riviera Nayarit in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. Choose the one that suits where your guests are staying, and remember that a per-guest marina fee may apply at Marina Vallarta.
Getting guests there. Ground transportation is not usually included, so plan shuttles or taxis to the marina and a clear meeting time, especially for older relatives.
Comfort aboard. Shade, a restroom and somewhere to sit matter more on a wedding day than on a beach day. Ask us which of these each shortlisted yacht lists.
Bring on the day
- Rings in a secure pouch, never loose on deck
- A short run-of-show for the crew, officiant and vendors
- Any documents your officiant or planner has asked for
- Sun protection, flat shoes and a light layer
- Swimwear and a towel if you plan to swim afterwards
Private charter request
Tell us the date. We'll match the yacht.
Share your wedding date, guest count and the moment you are planning, from a proposal to a reception. We check availability and send the vessels that fit, with their inclusions in writing.
Questions & answers
Wedding charter questions
Straight answers to the questions guests ask most. Anything not covered here is confirmed in writing when you inquire.
Can we legally marry on a yacht in Puerto Vallarta?
The legal side is the couple's to arrange and verify. A civil marriage in Mexico has its own requirements, so confirm them with the relevant authorities or a wedding planner before you plan the ceremony. One option is to hold a symbolic ceremony on board and complete the legal formalities separately.
Is an officiant included with a wedding charter?
No yacht listing includes an officiant. You or your wedding planner arrange the officiant, and we coordinate their boarding with the vessel. Count them in your guest number so the yacht's listed capacity covers everyone aboard.
How many wedding guests can a yacht hold?
It depends on the vessel. The smallest yacht in the fleet lists five guests, and the Catamaran 90 lists up to 200. The two largest event catamarans also have minimum group sizes, so we match the yacht to your confirmed headcount.
Which yachts work best for a wedding reception?
Vessels with space to eat, toast and dance, and restrooms for a crowd. The Catamaran 90 and Catamaran 72 each list four restrooms and bar areas, and the Custom 90 and Custom 103 list an open bar and lunch for up to 50 guests.
Can we have a wedding ceremony on a small yacht?
Yes, for an elopement, proposal or vow renewal with a few people. A foredeck or forward lounge works well for the ceremony itself. Remember that the officiant and photographer count toward the listed maximum.
Can our wedding planner, photographer and florist come aboard?
Yes, when they are included in the guest count and confirmed with the vessel in advance. Florists and caterers who only deliver before departure do not need to sail, but tell us so delivery to the marina can be coordinated.
Is catering available for a wedding on a yacht?
Yes, by arrangement and often at additional cost. A few yachts list a chef or lunch, the open-bar yachts list food, and the Catamaran 72 and Catamaran 90 describe menus that grow with charter length, with upgrade options.
Can we bring our own wedding cake and flowers?
Where the listing states that guests may bring their own food and drinks, a cake can usually come aboard; flowers and décor are agreed with the yacht. Where a listing is silent, we confirm the policy for your booking first.
What happens to our wedding charter if the weather turns?
Safety decisions rest with the captain and the port authorities. The contingency for your booking, such as another time, date or plan, is confirmed in writing in advance, and it is wise to keep a simple plan B ashore as well.
Can we have music and a first dance on board?
Yes, on yachts that list a sound system, and with deck space left clear for dancing. The Catamaran 90 lists a DJ booth; on other vessels, ask before booking a DJ or musicians.
Can we hold the ceremony at sunset?
Yes. Sunset time shifts through the year, so we plan the departure for your date, with the ceremony timed for golden hour. Sunsets are never guaranteed, and the captain positions the yacht as conditions allow.
What should the couple and guests wear on a yacht?
Flat, soft-soled shoes for the deck, outfits that move well in the breeze, secured veils and hats, and a light layer for the evening. Long trains and stiletto heels are best saved for dry land.
Can a vow renewal be part of a regular day charter?
Yes. A short ceremony at anchor can be followed by a swim, snorkeling and lunch. Snorkeling gear is listed on nearly every vessel, and the captain decides where and when swimming is safe.