Top Jalisco Water Tours

Explore beautiful Banderas Bay on a classic motor yacht. After boarding your 58 foot (17 meter) Hatteras at Opequimar Marine Center or Paradise Village Public Pier, explore the natural beauty of Jalisco and Nayarit. Enjoy secluded beaches, unlimited complimentary drinks from an open bar, a delicious buffet lunch, and access to snorkeling gear, a kayak, and a paddle board.

Set off on a 42-foot to 46-foot (12.8- to 14-meter) fishing boat to explore the waters of the Pacific on a private fishing charter. After departing either Puerto Vallarta or Nuevo Vallarta, you'll have the chance to catch fish in Banderas Bay with the help of a guide and crew. Select the length of time you want to be on the boat when booking.

Our professional crew will do the dirty work for you, teach you the bases of fishing (if you need guidance) and help you with everything you need. Of course, if you want to get your hands dirty, you are invited... We do not want to hog all the fun! Discover the many species that you can find in Puerto Vallarta and Bahía de Banderas bay.

Get up-close-and-personal with humpback whales and dolphins on this specialized whale-watching trip in Puerto Vallarta’s picturesque bay. Enjoy a front-row view from a scenic observation deck—the ideal spot to capture action shots with your camera. VIP tours include door-to-door hotel transfers, a tasty lunch, and unlimited drinks at the open bar.

Cruise along Puerto Vallarta’s coastline aboard a 45-foot (14-meter) cigarette sports boat with your own private group of up to 25 people. Opt to snorkel in the bay or visit a private beach, and customize your itinerary according to your preferences, choosing from locations such as Mismaloya, Yelapa, or Las Animas. Your Pato Bobo boat charter includes snorkel gear, kayaks, paddleboards, and inflatable floats.

Enjoy the ultimate day of fun in the sun on this fully private sailing trip aboard a 29-foot fishing vessel. Choose from a professional-quality fishing excursion for up to four passengers, or a scenic trip around the bay for groups up to 10. Tours include complimentary snacks and refreshments, door-to-door transfers, and snorkeling equipment.

Enjoy a thrilling ride over the waves of the Pacific Ocean during this guided, personal water craft tour. Hop on and drive your machine over the waves of the to Los Muertos, the village of Mismaloya and more. Enjoy the sun, speed, and the wind in your hair as you ride your personal water craft from place to place, stopping to swim and snorkel along the way.

Kayak and snorkel through Puerto Vallarta’s coastal waters on this small-group tour. With a naturalist guide in the lead, you’ll get the most out of your time on the water, listening to in-depth commentary on the marine flora and fauna as you travel. Traveling with a small group ensures personalized attention from your guide. All kayaking gear and snorkeling gear are provided for this moderately strenuous tour, best for those with a decent level of fitness.

Discover the marine life of Puerto Vallarta on a snorkeling tour to Los Arcos National Marine Park, a rock formation close to the shore south of town. You'll have the chance to spot colorful fish, rays, starfish, eels, urchins, and more.

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.

If you are serious about snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters off Puerto Vallarta, this is the excursion for you. Visit the wildlife sanctuary of the uninhabited Marietas Islands, (Long Island and Round Island) by boat. Enjoy the beauty of the marine wild life found in abundance in the pristine waters. A boxed lunch, guided instruction and use of the snorkeling gear is all included.

Don't miss one of the best tourist attractions in Puerto Vallarta, Islas Marietas; one of the most important national parks in the Mexican Pacific, discover this iconic place and enjoy the wide biodiversity such as dolphins, manta rays, turtles, different types of birds, and in special seasons, have the opportunity to see whales. Enjoy: - Snorkel, Kayak, or Paddleboard. - Get to know the most outstanding facts about this iconic place. - Get the best pictures of the biodiversity of the area. - Visit a virgin island and enjoy a delicious lunch and open bar.

Rhythms of the night; the legend of Savia Discover the legend of the 5 suns through this magnificent staging, a show created by the co-founder of Cirque du Soleil and the art director of the movie El Laberito del fauno, on a stage immersed in the jungle, in a place that can only be accessed by sea.

Experience a different kind of day, explore the depths of the jungle, enjoy an incredible waterfall and water activities in a beautiful virgin beach, discover Yelapa and Majahuitas, two picturesque fishing villages in the surroundings of Puerto Vallarta. - Enjoy a day at 2 secluded beaches - Kayak and snorkel in a place rarely visited by tourists. - Have fun onboard a catamaran - Have lunch and an open bar on board

Ahoy Matey! Are you looking for a shore excursion that's fun for the entire family? Next time you're in port in Puerto Vallarta, book a pirate sailing cruise along Banderas Bay. Set out for the remote shores of Majahuitas Beach aboard a replica of Columbus's Santa Maria with a cast of costumed pirates accompanying you. Once at the beach, there's time for kayaking, snorkeling, and beach volleyball (or simply relaxing); then it's back on the ship for lunch and plenty more pirate antics as you return to your port of call.

Make your time in port at Puerto Vallarta memorable for the whole family with an exhilarating zipline adventure. Soar through lush rainforest canopy while enjoying incredible views of your surrounds, and see the Sierra Nevada mountains in a whole new way. This exciting shore excursion culminates with  a brief look into local tequila making and some samples to taste.

Dive in for a day of snorkelling off the southern beach towns near Puerto Vallarta. These are spots accessible only by boat, so this excursion is your chance to check out some special places not everyone gets to go. The roughly 7-hour excursion also includes time for relaxing on the beach and lunch at your leisure.

Swim with Bottlenose dolphins on this half-day guided tour of Bahía de Banderas. See these amazing marine mammals in their natural environment—they live in the bay year-round—and enjoy a thrillingly up-close, but respectful, encounter. Enrich your experience by learning about their communication from a marine biologist and enjoy lunch and drinks included in the tour price.  

Swim with wild dolphins in their natural habitat on this excursion.  Accompanied by a marine biologist, your small group will boat out into Banderas Bay where bottlenose dolphins like to play in the waves. Learn about these amazing mammals, listen to their communication using a hydrophone, then dive in for a wild life experience with dolphins you won’t forget.

On this action-packed, private beach crawl, you’ll discover some of the most picturesque coastlines on the south side of the bay, only reachable by boat. Highlights include a stop at a crystal-clear waterfall, a snorkeling excursion with a first-hand peek at stingrays, turtles, and dolphins, and free time to hit the beach at Las Animas. Refreshments and snorkeling gear are included.

Whether you want to have a quick trip going after the smaller fish in Banderas Bay, or go all out on an expedition hunting for the big fish, there is a private tour just for you. The captain and crew of the fishing vessel will be there to guide you and your guests to the best spots around Puerto Vallarta to catch fish, and help you have the best time on the water you can have.

Meet the world’s largest creature the Humpback Whales. Reaching between 40 and 50 feet in length, a humpback whale can weigh up to 48 tons. Get a close, intimate and personalized experience within 30 meters Known for their complex mating songs, you may enjoy a song or two.

Los Arcos and Quimixto Adventure Tour has it all! Boat trip, snorkeling, nature hike with beautiful landscapes and an impressive 33 foot high waterfall in the rainy season. For those who are not quite up to the walking hike horses will be available for rent if necessary on this tour; however the cost of the rental is additional and paid in cash upon arrival to a separate entity.

Offering you the opportunity to visit these fabulous animals in their natural environment. You may be treated to a fun show with dolphins jumping, playing and doing tricks.