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.

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.

See the gentle giants of the sea up close on this whale watching tour in the waters off Puerto Vallarta. Learn about the lives and behaviors of humpback whales from the biologist who will accompany you on the small boat to view whales. Listen to their songs via a special hydrophone placed in the water and go home with a new appreciation for whales.

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.

☆ Introduced on that famous TV program!! ★ Puerto Vallarta, lovers beach ◆◆ Hidden Beach, a hideaway beach for lovers ◆◆◆◆ This is a wonderful beach in the Marietas Islands. Its name is Hidden Beach! You can snorkel outside and inside a magnificent arch shaped like a rock cave. Cruise around the island and discover nature. It will be an eco-tour where a guide who knows the island will teach while having fun. If you're lucky, you might come across a swarm of dolphins and whales on the way back from the walk, and you may jump!

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.

Explore the shallow reef at Los Arcos Marine Reserve on this personalized snorkeling excursion from Puerto Vallarta, a great choice for nature lovers and first-time visitors. Snorkel in and around the caves at Los Arcos with the possibility of seeing angel fish, puffer fish, parrot fish, damsels, and moray eels. Your captain can adapt the itinerary to fit the needs of your group, so kids can enjoy this excursion too.

Enjoy the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation on this personalized day trip from Puerto Vallarta, and customize your itinerary according to personal preference. Board a 26-foot (8-meter) panga boat and cruise along the southern coast of Banderas Bay, stopping to snorkel at a coral reef and see tropical fish. Then head to Yelapa and relax on the beach, swim, snorkel, parasail, or hike to a nearby waterfall.

Take some time to relax and see the beauty of Puerto Vallarta’s south shore from a private yacht. Cruise by Los Arcos, the rocky arches that are a Puerto Vallarta landmark, weigh anchor and splash over the side to snorkel (equipment is included,) or simply enjoy your time aboard the yacht with a cold drink and your friends and family.