Los Angeles travelers already know the Pacific, but a Punta Mita boat tour shows it at its warmest and calmest. A nonstop from LAX lands you in Puerto Vallarta in about three hours, and from there it's a short drive to La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, the marina that serves Punta Mita and the Riviera Nayarit, where Rayando el Sol, our Tanna 47ft luxury catamaran, is waiting. The boat is yours alone: no shared deck, no strangers, just your group of up to 16 guests and a five-star crew. Spend the day cruising toward the Marietas Islands, snorkeling clear water, riding our underwater sea scooters, or paddleboarding off the stern while the onboard chef prepares a four-course gourmet menu. The open bar covers craft cocktails, fine wine and mocktails. Prefer golden hour? The 3-hour sunset cruise for up to 12 guests is the easy favorite for birthdays and proposals. Between December and March, keep an eye out for humpback whales in Banderas Bay. For an LA crowd that expects a private, polished experience, this is the boat day worth the flight.