Puerto Vallarta location lets you enjoy almost 365
days of sunshine, the water is calm, marine life
abounds, humpback whales come back yearly,
bottlenose dolphins play close to the boat as you
enjoy the day in the sun. Whether it is sailing,
snorkeling, scuba, a fishing trip, a booze cruise or
a romantic sunset cruise, we have it all. Check out
these tours and be sure to join us for the best way
to explore the Banderas Bay.
BEACH BREAKS
BEACH BREAKS
Puerto Vallarta's Beach Breaks combine a relaxing cruise
along the bay with fun in the sun on a
secluded beach in Puerto Vallarta. They are
a perfect way for you to have a stress-free
day on the beach and enjoy the natural
beauty of the location. Whichever beach you
end up unwinding at, you will be able to
eat, drink, swim, snorkel and get to do
other water sports to your heart's content.
Beach Breaks are also a great option for
cruise ship passengers to fully enjoy of a
short time in port.
Puerto Vallarta's location on Banderas Bay makes it
an excellent destination for ocean-lovers.
The Bay Cruises listed in the tabs are boat
tours that will take you to one or more of
Vallarta's best water locations. As you
cruise along the coastline, making your trip
a panoramic delight, you will most likely
see dolphins, sea turtles, manta rays and
even whales (when in season)! Most will
offer a chance to snorkel or kayak, enjoy
the beach and swim, as well as food and
drinks. For your convenience, we offer large
or smaller boats, long or shorter
excursions, public or private cruises, and
fun-filled trips like that on the pirate
ship, or a leisurely day on a sailboat. We
are sure you will find something to your
liking!
Q:I ARRIVE TO
PUERTO VALLARTA VIA CRUISE SHIP. WHERE DO
THE TOURS DEPART FROM? A: Detailed instructions will be
specified on the e-ticket you will be
receiving. In general though, the bay
cruises depart from the maritime terminal,
which is the same pier your ship docks at.
Q:HOW HOT OR COLD
IS THE WATER IN PUERTO VALLARTA? A: During the winter months until
around late April, the water temperature in
Puerto Vallarta ranges from a low of 68F to
a high of 79 F (20 - 26°C). It is also
during this time of the year that whales are
seen within the bay. The water gets warmer
starting May with the warmest month being
August, ranging from 80F to as high as 85 F
(27 - 29°C). Take note that the temperature
of the water around the Marietas Islands is
also a few degrees colder than it is within
the bay.
Q:WHAT CAN YOU
TELL ME ABOUT WATER VISIBILITY? A: In Puerto Vallarta, the water is
clearest during the summer where June
through October the visibility ranges from
60" 130 feet. The rest of the year
(November - May), you will see anywhere from
15" 60 feet.
Q:I HAVE KIDS IN
MY GROUP. WHICH TOUR SHOULD I CHOOSE? A: The Marigalante's Treasure Land
tour would be the best bet for you group,
especially if you have younger children with
you. All tours are kid-friendly though.
Q:WHICH ONE WILL
GIVE ME THE BEST SNORKELING EXPERIENCE? A: We can't guarantee we will provide
you with the most unforgettable snorkeling
experience of your life (we will sure try
though!), but the majority of the time the
best snorkeling happens at the Los Arcos
marine preserve or the Marietas Islands,
depending on water and weather conditions of
course.
Q:WHAT IF I AM
THE TYPE THAT GETS SEASICK? A: Even if the water is
normally calm and smooth, it would be best
if you took Dramamine (or any other
over-the-counter drug that prevents
seasickness) 1 hour before the tour starts.
Make sure you bring another one for the ride
back!
Q:WHICH ONE WILL
TAKE ME TO THE BEST BEACH? A: All of the beaches visited on
these tours have a certain charm and to
designate one.
BEGINNERS SCUBA
BEGINNERS' SCUBA DIVING AND SCUBA DIVING
CLASSES
Scuba Diving offers you a peak into a different world,
underwater one. Once you try it you
will be hooked. Puerto Vallarta is one
of the premier diving spots on the Pacific
Ocean side of Mexico. You can get
fully certified while on your vacation or
just give it a try with Discover Scuba.
Our 5 star dive shop offers variety of
certification courses. Please check
the tabs for more information. Give it
a try, you will not regret it!
If you are a
certified diver diving in PV will well be
one of your most memorable moments here.
Gifted with a diverse variety of what can be
seen both in marine life and topography,
Puerto Vallarta is one of the premiere dive
spots of Mexico on its Pacific side. You can
get fully certified here as well, or just do
a Discover Dive to test if you will want to
keep on diving later. If you already have
your dive card, just choose from any of the
spots listed in the tabs.
Be it in a pool or out in the ocean, any
kind of dolphin or sea lion interaction will
most certainly leave you with an incredible
feeling of fun and joy. Wild or trained,
dolphins are said to be one of the most
intelligent animals on earth, as well as the
friendliest. Learn about these lovable
mammals and enjoy their company so you'll
love them even more, in any of the dolphin
or sea lion activities listed below.
Located along the coast of Banderas Bay,
Puerto Vallarta is one of the finest sport
fishing destinations in the world. Different
types of fish abound at different times of
the year, including Black, Blue and Striped
Marlin, Dorado, Sailfish, Red Snapper,
Wahoo, Billfish and Tuna, among others.
Puerto Vallarta holds its annual International Sailfish &
Marlin Tournament (since 1956), bringing in
fishermen from all over the world aiming to
catch 1000-lb marlins or 800-lb tunas. We
offer the most competitive rates with the
finest fleet in town, boasting of an
experienced bilingual crew and the best
customer service. Do not miss out on a great
catch with our discounted prices and
remember: we fish because we love it!
Q: I'M ON A CRUISE
SHIP - WILL YOU PICK ME UP AT THE PIER? A: No, the cruise ships have
contracts with certain companies who pay big
money to be able to pick up at the pier -
that's why the cruise excursions are so much
more expensive. To get to the fishing
marina, just take a taxi from the pier about
five to ten minutes. Taxis are all lined up
waiting for you at the pier. Q:WILL I GET SEASICK? A: We always recommend taking a
seasickness supplement like Bonine or 24
hour Dramamine an hour before departure. If
you do this, and don't drink too much the
night before, you should be fine. Q:WHERE IS THE BEST FISHING LOCATED? A: The biggest fish are normally
found at The Banks and Corbetena. However,
we also get very good catches at Punta Mita
(Marietas Islands) and El Morro. The fish
inside the bay are generally smaller, so we
recommend people head outside the bay. Q:WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO FISH
FOR...?
A: Check out our Fishing Calendar for
seasons.?
KAYAKING
SEA KAYAKING
Paddle out to Colomitos from Boca de
Tomatlan, and snorkel with the colorful
tropical fish that live in this unspoiled
beach's shores. Manta and eagle rays as well
as sea turtles are known inhabitants of this
location as well, so enjoy their company as
the guide shares some interesting
information about the marine biodiversity
and ecology of Puerto Vallarta.
WHEN:
* Wednesdays and Saturdays 8:30 AM
Cruise passengers meet at 10:00 AM
WHERE:
* Operator's office at the marina.
Detailed instructions will be specified on
your e-ticket.
WHAT TO BRING:
* Sunscreen (biodegradable if possible),
hat and sunglasses
* Swimwear and towel
* Rubber sandals or shoes that you can wet
* Board shorts are recommended
WHAT TO EXPECT:
* Roundtrip transportation
* English speaking naturalist guide
* Kayak and snorkeling gear
* Lunch
HOW LONG:
* About 9 hours
NOTES:
* Kids 5 years old and above
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PRIVATE WATER TOURS
PRIVATE WATER TOURS
If you do not
like the hustle & bustle of a group
tour and are rather looking for
something more personal these tours
are for you. We offer private tours
customized just to your needs:
private drivers, sightseeing tours,
boat charters, sunset cruises,
fishing expeditions, snorkeling and
diving, and more. Private tours are
a great way to experience Vallarta
at your own time & pace and if you
have a few people in your group they
are very cost effective. Take a look
below for what we already offer and
please feel free to ask us if you
have something else in mind, which
is not listed here, we will do our
best to cater to your needs!
Sailing in the Banderas Bay can be one of the most joyous
experiences in Puerto Vallarta. With
abundance of tropical fish, manta
rays, sea turtles, dolphins and even
whales in season. Sailing is the
surest way to encounter them as
there is no motor to disturb these
marine creatures. Take a leisure
sail to see the beautiful coastline,
snorkel, take in the sun, have fun
with friends or enjoy a romantic
sunset sail with your loved one. We
also offer private charters and can
cater to almost any of your needs.
Please check the tabs below for more
information.
Marine turtles are one of the oldest
creatures that ever existed on this
planet. Today, all of the 8 existing
species in the world are in danger
of extinction. In the Bahia of Banderas the Olive Ridley turtle is
the most common specie but on
occasion a Leatherback or Green
Turtle can be spotted. Puerto
Vallarta has several conservation
projects which help these endangered
creatures by protecting the nests
and helping to release the baby
turtles to the sea. By joining one
of the programs, you will not only
be able to see the turtles but also
take part and support the
conversation of the most endangered
species of fauna. Come take a part
and help Mother Nature!
Snorkeling in Puerto Vallarta is a
great experience. Underwater land
offers so many things to see and
creatures to meet. Eagle Rays,
Lobsters, Needlefish and the like
can be easily spotted. The
underwater flora is also amazing;
after all it is a completely
different world down there.
Snorkeling can be done by anyone and
definitely should be, once you try
it you will know what you were
missing!
Dusk in Puerto Vallarta is the most
beautiful, awe-inspiring time of the
day; it's almost as if the city
quiets down to make way for the
night's grand entrance. Enjoy the
sunset with your loved ones on one
of the tours listed here; be it on
the popular Pirates of the Bay
cruise or on a romantic night at
sea, it will be a sight to behold
and an evening to remember.
Year round, we offer some great
surfing in Puerto Vallarta area.
Here, the Banderas Bay and the
Pacific Ocean provide great swells,
which can suit an experienced surfer
or a beginner looking to take few
lessons. Surfers from around the
world come to the beach towns of
Punta de Mita, La Cruz, San Pancho
and Sayulita to enjoy the waves, the
local charm and laid back
atmosphere. These excursions are
guided by a bilingual experienced
surfer and everything you will need
is included. Join us, you will not
be disappointed!
The water activities abound in
Puerto Vallarta and if you are
feeling a bit adventurous and would
like to check out the Pacific Ocean
waves on a wave runner you have came
to the right place. We offer timed
rentals or a guided wave runner and
snorkel tour, both super fun! Our
wave runners are new watercrafts and
come with all safety equipment. Join
us for some fun in the sun!
The Humpback Whales come to the Banderas Bay every year in season
from mid December through early
April to reproduce and give birth.
These are very acrobatic marine
mammals and often times you will see
them breach close to the boat,
sometimes it is the mom playing with
the baby, a group of whales playing
or even fighting. A sight to
remember! During the whale watching
season almost any boat ride you go
on will encounter these magical
creatures, the cruises we offer here
specialize in finding them and
seeing them up close.
Dolphins are one of the most
intelligent and friendliest animals
on earth. Join us on a once in a
life time experience to learn more
about these lovable mammals and find
them in the wild. You might even
have a chance of enjoying their
company in the Pacific Ocean by
getting in the water and snorkeling
with them! We also offer excursions
which combine both Dolphin and Whale
encounters or experience all three
of Puerto Vallarta greatest animal
treasures: Dolphins, Whales and Sea
Turtles! All the excursions offered
here are led by expert naturalist
guides who love nature and all it
has to offer. Come join us, you will
not be disappointed!
