Puerto Vallarta · SNORKELING
Los Arcos in the morning, the Marietas when the permit allows, the hidden coves south of Boca. These 15 are compared on where they anchor, how long you are in the water and whether the gear is included or rented on the pier.
Review of Puerto Vallarta’s all-inclusive Yelapa yacht cruise, with snorkeling, waterfall time, meals, open bar, and practical booking tips.
“Not a mega yacht and no amenities on board bad!!!’no water activities traveled slow and spent too much time on land”
A practical review of Puerto Vallarta's Los Arcos boat and snorkeling tour, with local bus tips, wildlife highlights, costs, and drawbacks.
“Wished we got to spend more time in thrbwatwr bit had a great time!!”
Review of Puerto Vallarta’s Los Arcos tour, with cliff jumping, snorkeling, a boat ride through caves, and a small beach stop for $49.
“Had a great time with friends! Went snorkeling, learned a lot about the native life, and went to a little cove beach to hang out at the end. Would recommend!”
Snorkel the Marietas Islands with a biologist, spot blue-footed boobies, and try Hidden Beach, with access limited by weather and permits.
“If you’re looking for an unforgettable day of adventure, nature, and that perfect post-snorkel sandwich, look no further than Ecotours Vallarta. My partner and I booked the Marietas Islands tour and were blown away by the entire experience—from the personal touches to the wildlife sightings and, of course, the stunning Hidden Beach. We started our morning with a quick Uber from Bucerías to the marina (about 500 pesos), and checked in at the Ecotours Vallarta office around 8:15 AM. That’s where we met Luis, our warm, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable guide, and Hilda, who got us sorted with our 240 pesos national park fee (cash only!). There were just three…”
Snorkel Los Arcos de Mismaloya from Puerto Vallarta with lunch, an open bar, coastal views, and a professional guide on a four-hour tour.
Swim near wild dolphins, learn from a biologist, snorkel at Los Arcos, and enjoy a small-group Puerto Vallarta boat trip.
“This tour was so amazing. We got to see the dolphins up close. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and passionate.”
Review of Puerto Vallarta’s private six-hour sailing cruise, with Los Arcos snorkeling, guacamole, snacks, crew service, pricing, and practical tips.
“The experience was wonderful and our hosts were perfect gentlemen. Incredible scenery and a very relaxing afternoon. Highly recommend.”
Paddle Los Arcos from Mismaloya, explore sea caves, snorkel with fish and turtles, and enjoy a small-group morning tour from Puerto Vallarta.
“We had an absolutely incredible day paddle boarding and snorkeling in Puerto Vallarta! Our adventure started with a peaceful paddle out to the stunning Los Arcos National Marine Park, where we were treated to panoramic views of the iconic granite islands rising dramatically from the sea. Along the way, we passed pelican nesting sites and watched these majestic birds swoop and dive around us—an amazing sight in itself. The water was calm and clear, making the paddle both relaxing and enjoyable, even for beginners. Once we reached Los Arcos, we hopped in the water with our snorkels and were immediately greeted by an abundance of sea life. We saw schools…”
Review of Puerto Vallarta’s Yelapa and Majahuitas cruise, with snorkeling, waterfall walk, meals, open bar, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Great time with the family. Snorkeling was a bust but Yelapa was beautiful. Ride the horses! Fun experience. Alex was a great tour guide.”
Snorkel the Marietas Islands from Puerto Vallarta, then swim through a cave to Hidden Beach on this private four-hour boat tour.
“My family most enjoyed the adventure into the Hidden Beach. If you stay calm, breast stroke in, and follow your guides instructions you will be fine. It only takes seconds to clear the lowest point and then your clear as the cave opens up. It helps to have cardio stamina as well. I saw terrified faces as we were exiting and they were entering. Staying calm is key. After, we went snorkeling. Our guide took the time to show us how to properly secure our snorkel gear. It was truly an unforgettable experience.”
Review of Puerto Vallarta’s Los Arcos snorkeling tour, with cliff jumping, a boat-only beach, cruise pickup, pricing, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Great experience with our group of kids (ages 7-12) and adults. The guides let us stay at each area for as long as we liked and we even got to see a momma and baby whale playing on our way back to the port.”
See humpback whales near Puerto Vallarta, visit a beach, and possibly snorkel on this flexible three-hour boat tour for $45.
“La actividad dejó mucho que desear. Sí logramos ver ballenas, pero fue exactamente igual que con todos los demás barcos; no hicieron ningún esfuerzo extra ni ofrecieron algo especial para mejorar la experiencia. En cuanto al snorkel, fue muy decepcionante: aunque pagamos por la actividad, no nos permitieron bajar al agua. Solo nos dejaron observar desde la lancha cómo otros grupos de otros barcos sí snorkelaban, lo cual resulta muy frustrante. Además, nos llevaron a una playa poco atractiva y la lancha iba demasiado llena de personas, lo que hizo el paseo incómodo. En general, no siento que la experiencia haya valido lo que se pagó ni que cumplieran con…”
Review of Puerto Vallarta’s private Los Arcos snorkeling tour, with boat views, flexible timing, crew tips, costs, and booking advice.
“Excellent experience for our family of three. Friendly, accommodating, and knowledgeable crew, plenty of drinks, and delicious homemade guacamole and chips. All equipment included. We felt very lucky to have our own private boat when we got to Los Arcos and saw the crowded tour boats. If you are planning to visit Los Arcos, this is the way to do it. Highly recommend”
Sail Puerto Vallarta’s bay to Los Arcos and Mismaloya on a private half-day boat with snorkeling, paddleboarding, guacamole, and views.
“This tour was nice, but did not do what the described details of the tour. We were supposed to go to the Los Arcos National Park, but instead they took us to a different location with not much to see. Park fees were included in pricing, so we didn't feel it was a fair value. Although, Angel prepared us some amazing guacamole!!”
Review of a private Marietas Islands snorkeling tour from Puerto Vallarta, with bird watching, La Nopalera beach, caves, and whale sightings.
“Fabulous day in Puerto Vallarta. Our day trip was great. We went snorkeling and saw amazing fish. Just a super time”
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