Top Jalisco Nature and Wildlife Tours

Experience the natural beauty of the Sierra Madre on a horseback riding tour from Puerto Vallarta—a great choice for nature lovers and first-time visitors. Enjoy the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation as you travel through the countryside with ease and go on horseback to a cascading waterfall in the jungle. Your tour includes lunch, domestic open bar, and round-trip transportation from Puerto Vallarta.

Discover wildlife in their natural environment with this half-day tour in Puerto Vallarta. Climb aboard a boat with a biologist guide and utilize a hydrophone to find dolphins based on their sounds. Go swimming with wild dolphins and keep an eye out for a range of marine life including turtles, rays, and more. Support marine ecology research with this wildlife-focused tour.

Active outdoor enthusiasts will love this snorkeling tour to the Marietas Islands. It includes time at the Hidden Beach, a beautiful strip of sand and sea that only a select few tourists get to see each day because of limited permits. On the boat ride out you may enjoy sightings of dolphins, turtles, manta rays, and whales, while underwater you can check out a colorful array of tropical fish.

Satisfy an appetite for adrenaline on a thrilling 6.5-hour outdoor adventure tour from Puerto Vallerta. Enjoy an exhilarating ecological experience packed with challenges and fun on this Puerta Vallerta Adventure; ride on a super-fast speedboat; rappel down rushing waterfalls; ride powerful 4x4 jeeps; soar over the tree tops on zip lines and cross suspended rope bridges hanging high above the jungle. This tour is the ideal way to spend an exciting day outdoors on your Puerta Valletra vacation.

Satisfy your appetite for adventure on a morning or afternoon private ATV experience from Puerto Vallarta. Climb aboard your powerful ATV vehicle and discover spectacular scenery at your own leisurely pace; see impressive mountains, virgin beaches and rushing rivers as you drive on a variety of terrains. Customize your private tour according to your interests and learn about the heritage and geology of the area from your expert guide.

Discover the luscious landscape of Mexico’s renowned tequila-producing region on a full-day tequila tour to Jalisco. Visit one of the world’s most famous tequila distilleries to tour and taste your way around this iconic establishment. Explore historical agave fields during your journey from Guadalajara and acquire knowledge of the complex fermentation process integral to producing delicious tequila. Savor the fiery flavor of Mexico’s national drink while your guide offers knowledgeable narration. An intimate experience is guaranteed on this small-group tour.

Drive an ATV through the Sierra Madre Mountains on a half-day adventure from Puerto Vallarta. You’ll splash through jungle rivers, pass quaint villages, and get a glimpse of the real Jalisco, far from crowded resorts. Choose between a 3- and 4-hour trip by ATV, and spend the day exploring the Puerto Vallarta countryside, with both morning and afternoon departures available.

Learn how tequila is produced—from the agave plants to the bottle—on a full-day tour from Guadalajara. Visit fields where agave grows, then head to La Rojeña, the distillery for Jose Cuervo, located in the town of Tequila. Take a tour of the distillery, taste several fine tequilas, then stop for lunch and shopping in town. Includes distillery tour and tequila tasting, guide, transportation in an air-conditioned minivan, and pickup and drop-off at select hotels.

Climb aboard a luxury yacht for a sightseeing cruise in Puerto Vallarta. Experience the natural beauty of the Bay of Banderas during this boat trip. Go snorkeling or paddelboarding during the excursion and keep an eye out for wildlife including dolphins, turtles, and tropical fish. Relax on deck and admire views of the coastline around Puerto Vallarta. Drinks and snacks are included.

Explore the magnificent marine life of the Mexican Pacific and the Bay of Banderas on an exciting full-day tour from Puerta Vallarta. Snorkel to observe an incredible underwater wonderland; kayak in the warm waters of the Marietas Islands; and watch for exotic birds flying in their natural habitat. Look out for dolphins, whales, giant manta rays, and sea turtles as an experienced guide directs your attention to the wonders of nature on this eco-adventure.

Spend hours at your leisure in the forests, bays, and beaches outside Puerto Vallarta. This relaxing day trip takes you to the nearby villages of Yelapa and Majahuitas. A light breakfast and buffet lunch are served on the boat where you’ll have access to sandy shoreline and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters.

Discover the secluded and sublime Las Caletas nature reserve on an enchanting full-day tour from Puerto Vallarta. Venture to Mexico’s answer to the Garden of Eden during your excursion to the coastal haven of Banderas Bay; stroll through the atmospheric jungle on the hunt for diverse wildlife; experience an authentic cooking class; or let the stress slip away on the golden sands of the beach. Enjoy a light breakfast, fulfilling and flavorsome buffet lunch in addition to an open bar on this family-friendly adventure.

Adventure-seeking travelers will love this jet skiing safari in Puerto Vallarta. Ride your own jet ski but benefit from the assistance of a guide. You'll be shown how to use the vehicle properly before you jet off. Look out for dolphins, manta rays, and turtles and admire the beautiful views along the way. Even go snorkeling if you like.

We will travel as locals to know Playa Colomitos, in this experience you will enjoy contact with nature, walking the Path of the Macaw and enjoying the crystal clear waters of the Bay.

Spend your day at the Vallarta Botanical Garden (Jardin Botánico de Vallarta) and explore the tropical gardens and native forest preserve at your own pace. Your admission ticket to the ecological park in the Sierra Madre hills includes access to an orchid laboratory, hiking trails and even a river swim. You’ll discover the indigenous plant life of Mexico, including vanilla plants, endemic trees and bromeliads.

Get off the beaten path and follow the Cuale River for a half day of outdoor fun. In an open-sided buggy you'll venture down dirt roads, through villages and countryside, seeing a side of Puerto Vallarta that many travelers miss. Stop at a natural pool surrounded by jungle in the Sierra Madre mountains. Enjoy views from the highest point above the river, then head down the mountain for tequila tasting.

Go in search of dolphins in their native environment on this wildlife cruise from Puerto Vallarta. You'll see wild dolphins and have the chance to swim with them, if the conditions are right. Then visit a snorkeling location to discover the underwater world of Mexico's Pacific coast.

Look for humpback whales off the coast of Mexico on a half-day whale-watching tour from Puerto Vallarta. Depending on the conditions, you might watch for whales in the Bahia de Banderas or out in the Pacific Ocean. Learn about the majestic animals from your marine biologist guide as you ride on a small boat that is equipped with a restroom. Your tour includes lunch served on board the boat and accompanied by non-alcoholic beverages.

Discover three of Puerto Vallarta's top natural attractions in a single day during a boat tour that covers Los Arcos National Marine Park and Las Animas Beach. You'll escape the crowds on land and enjoy unique views of the Mexican coastline aboard a boat with an open bar and buffet lunch. Plus, during stops, you'll have the option of swimming, snorkeling, or kayaking.

Embark on an electrifying off-road adventure through small towns and along mountain trails on your own ATV. This 3-hour thrill ride ride beginning in Puerto Vallarta winds through the Vallejo valley to a local ranch, where you take a dip in a waterfall and enjoy the serenity of the surrounding rainforest. Your return trip includes an opportunity to refuel at an authentic Mexican eatery (own expense).

Enjoy a day in a horse ride around the montain near close Puerto Vallarta to arrive to the waterfalls and have fun in the cold water before the lunch in the nature.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Puerto Vallarta and spend a few hours in the surrounding jungle. Join a small group and hop into the saddle of your noble steed for a relaxing ride through the Sierra Madre Mountains. Ride past the Cuale River and take in the scenic landscapes from several viewpoints. End your tour with a tequila tasting as you gaze out into the jungle.

Leave Puerto Vallarta behind to explore one of Mexico's last hidden vestiges: San Sebastián, tucked within the Sierra Madre. On this tour, take in scenes of daily rural life as you travel by comfortable vehicle into the mountains toward this colonial enclave. Meander among its whitewashed structures with your guide, see remnants of its mining past, and simply enjoy a town mostly untouched by tourism. Lunch is included.

Whether you are already a dedicated birder, or just getting interested in winged animals, this is the tour for you. Spend the day spotting birds that are native to the Puerto Vallarta area, and those just passing through on their annual migration. The distinctive ecosystems surrounding Puerto Vallarta mean there is a wide variety of species to see.