Top Puerto Vallarta Day Trips

The Bay of Banderas and the coastline around Puerto Vallarta are home to some of the most spectacular waters in all of Mexico. On our Luxury Yacht and Snorkel experience, you get to enjoy these scenic seaside destinations in style. Hop aboard a luxury, French-made catamaran and set sail to some of the area’s most beautiful hotspots. Along the way, enjoy delicious drinks and hors d’oeuvres served by our bilingual and friendly crew, and relax on the deck while we take you on a sightseeing tour unlike any other. We’ll stop at some of the region’s best snorkeling spots, so you and your group can get out and take a dip, snorkel, or paddleboard. Be on the lookout for marine life such as dolphins, turtles, and tropical fish—you never know what you might see! From December through March, keep an eye out for the awe-inspiring sights of humpback whales in the Bay.

Designed to delight lovers of horticulture, this 6-hour tour combines a visit to Vallarta Botanical Garden with tequila tasting at Rancho Los Veranos. Alongside your guide, you’ll explore 20 acres of lush tropical gardens, home to 3,000 different plant species. Then, head to Rancho Los Veranos for a Mexican lunch accompanied by samples of tequila, the country’s national beverage. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

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.

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.

Visit the historic mining town of San Sebastian del Oeste on a full-day, small-group tour from Puerto Vallarta that explores local food, architecture, and culture. Taste tequila at a distillery and sample coffee in an organic coffee factory, stroll through the cobblestone streets of the center, then enjoy a traditional Mexican lunch at a local restaurant. This 6-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off at hotels in Puerto Vallarta, as well as a buffet lunch and guided walking tour, and it’s limited to 15 people for more personal service.

See the highlights of Puerto Vallarta on a full-day tour that explores downtown, Los Arcos, and Mismaloya Beach. With an expert guide to lead the way, you’ll stroll the Malecón, see gorgeous coastal scenery, and visit a tequila distillery for a tour and tasting. This Puerto Vallarta tour is a great choice for first-time visitors, and it includes pickup and drop-off at local hotels.

Step back in time on a full-day trip from Puerto Vallarta to San Sebastian del Oeste, one of Mexico’s enchanting ‘pueblos mágicos,’ or magical towns. You’ll tour a traditional coffee hacienda, taste spirits distilled from agave, then dine on Mexican cuisine at a family-owned restaurant. This full-day excursion to San Sebastian del Oeste includes pickup and drop-off at select hotels in Puerto Vallarta, entrance fees, and lunch for a worry-free day of exploring.

Use your time in Puerto Vallarta in the best way possible by having a private guide show you two important archeological sites in one day. Stroll the cobbled streets of the Pueblo Mágico (Magic Town) of Mascota, and visit its sacred sites before heading to the Guachimontones archaeological zone. There you will discover several examples of the distinctive architectural style of this pre-Columbian settlement at Teuchitlán.

Discover the highlights of Puerto Vallarta on a full-day sightseeing tour that is ideal for first-time visitors. See the downtown, Marina Vallarta, Los Arcos, and other destinations, then stop into a tequila factory for a tasting of their products. You’ll also head into the rain forest, and have time for shopping and lunch (own expense) before drop-off at your hotel.

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.

This tour is a great opportunity to visit semi-virgin beaches that can only be accessed via sea, with a pleasant trip admiring beautiful landscapes and enjoying the local flora and fauna with the best boat and crew which will do the impossible to May your trip be an unforgettable experience and a great party from beginning to end.

Visit the laid-back surf town of Sayulita on a full-day trip from Puerto Vallarta that explores gorgeous beaches and a picturesque village. With round-trip transport from select hotels in Puerto Vallarta, you’ll have the day to explore at your own pace, getting tips and advice from the expert guide. This full-day excursion from Puerto Vallarta to Sayulita is the perfect way to escape the city for a surfing paradise, and it includes all transport and a guided tour of Sayulita.

We are dedicated to service and treating our clients like family, the walk and activities are the best option to enjoy the day. Our staff is aware of you all the time. You will love snorkeling in Los Arcos, the walk to Quimixto for nature lovers and those who want only Sol playa las Animas is your option.

It is a fairly complete and fun tour, the best with a family atmosphere. Where you can enjoy the wonders of nature, always guided with the best equipment and staff. Visiting the Marietas Islands is a very amazing attraction for its incredible views, fauna outside and inside the water. Excellent for all those who love incredible photos.

See the highlights of Puerto Vallarta: the rich history, beautiful architecture, and stunning scenery that has made it a tourist hotspot for many years. Visit the seaside Malecon and celebrated Lady of Guadalupe Church. You will stop at several lookout points for spectacular views of the Bay of Banderas and Los Arcos before lunch and the return trip to your hotel.

Visit two of Mexico’s ‘Pueblos Magicos,’ or Magic Towns, on a full-day trip from Puerto Vallarta to Mascota and Talpa de Allende. You’ll explore both villages with an expert guide, from Mascota’s unfinished church to the Our Lady of the Rosary of Talpa, an important pilgrimage place for Mexican Catholics. This 10-hour ‘Pueblos Magicos’ tour includes pickup and drop-off at hotels in Puerto Vallarta, as well as breakfast, lunch, and all transport by climate-controlled vehicle.

Explore the rainforest outside Puerto Vallarta on a thrilling UTV (Utility Terrain Vehicle) adventure. Get a brief safety tutorial and a lesson in driving the 4x4 Polaris RZR UTV. Then, throw on a helmet and goggles and hit the trails. Stop for a hike to a hidden natural pool where you can swim, relax beside a waterfall, and munch on light snacks included in the tour. 

Escape the city and get acquainted with the UNESCO-listed colonial town of San Sebastian del Oeste on a full-day private tour from Puerto Vallarta. Ideal for history lovers, this tour reveals the beauty, heritage, and spectacular lookout points of the 17th-century mining town. Browse exhibits inside the Museum of Doña Conchita, soak up the ambiance of the main plaza, tour a coffee plantation, and visit a historic hacienda that’s played host to Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off are included.

On the way back to Puerto Vallarta aboard the catamaran with open bar, you will enjoy a fun party where you can dance till you drop. Regardless of what you decide to do during this great tour, your memories will remain forever with the beautiful landscapes that your eyes will witness. Discovering the fascinating secrets of these beaches will be a pleasure that will be worth experiencing. Not available for cruise passengers

Only 116 persons by day are permit to get in to the hidden beach. Beacause in Eco Explorer we have more boats with permits than other providers, we have more spots available per day for this activity. 99% of our visitors get in to the beach with no problems. Our boats are fast, comfortable and safe, our guides know perfectly how to assist you on the boat, during the in water activity and hidden beach access. The information provided by our staff and their experience is unvaluable. Hidden beach access is available from Wednesday through Sunday only. Deposit (25USD) of hidden beach is not refundable if you do get to swim to it. (Only because of bad weather conditions or spots not available)

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.

Explore El Tuito, the colorful town just south of Puerto Vallarta, on a day trip. Meaning ‘small beautiful valley’ in the Nahuati pre-Hispanic language, El Tuito is just that. Discover the town’s highlights and history with a guide, visit the main square, a botanical garden, an artisan bakery, and sample tequila at the distillery. A Mexican lunch is included midway through the day.

There’s nothing quite like the Vallarta Botanical Garden, and the new Botanical Delights Tour and Culinary Adventure is the best way to enjoy the most from your experience there. A day of delights will provide memories for a lifetime. See and Experience: - Cultivated Gardens - Plant Conservatories - Hiking Trails - Forest Preserve - Award-winning Restaurant - Garden Gift Shop & Plant Nursery - Opportunities for additional activities such as swimming in a tropical river The Vallarta Botanical Garden is in a class of its own with awards and distinctions including: - USA TODAY's Reader's Choice #4 Botanical Garden in North America (2018)

Take a private tour to the town of San Sebastien del Oeste. The Pueblo Mágico (Magic Town) still retains much of its charm from when it was a thriving mining town. This tour brings you from Puerto Vallarto to the town with a guide and driver who will show you the historical and cultural highlights plus take you to a tequila tasting.