Puerto Vallarta: Los Arcos Snorkeling, Cliff Jump & Hidden Beach
Jump off cliffs, snorkel tropical fish, and land on a beach only boats can reach
You get picked up from Zona Romántica in Puerto Vallarta, ride 15 minutes to Mismaloya beach, then board a boat for cliff jumping, snorkeling through marine park caves and arches, and time on a secluded beach. The whole experience runs about half a day, with all snorkel gear, water, snacks and beer included. Small groups mean you're not jostling for space or waiting for stragglers.
Step-by-step itinerary
Snorkeling, cliff jumping, and beach visit
- Meet at Zona Romantica, Puerto Vallarta
- Travel 15 minutes to Mismaloya beach
- Board tour boat and hear Mismaloya history
- Optional cliff jumping near old movie set ruins
- Cliff jump at popular local spot or swim
- Snorkel among tropical fish and eagle rays
- Cruise through Los Arcos arches and caves
- Relax at hidden beach accessible by boat
- Unwind in Mismaloya bay with food or massage
What’s included
Your day includes hotel pickup from Zona Romántica and private transportation to Mismaloya beach, all snorkel equipment, bottled water, beer, soda and snacks during the boat tour, access to Los Arcos National Marine Park with a local guide, optional cliff jumping, and time on a hidden beach accessible only by boat. You return to Mismaloya in the afternoon with the rest of the day free to explore the beach town.
Times
- Every day 09:30 13:30
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The experience
The boat leaves Mismaloya beach at mid-morning, and within minutes you're at the first cliff-jumping spot: a 15-foot drop into clear water, or higher if you want it. Your guide stands ready to talk you through it, but there's no pressure. Plenty of people watch from the boat or swim below instead. The water is cold enough to wake you up, warm enough that you don't mind staying in it.
After the jump comes the snorkeling. You'll drift through the arches and caves of Los Arcos National Marine Park (the geological formations are the real draw here, limestone walls that rise straight from the seafloor), and the fish come with them. Colorful reef fish, the occasional eagle ray, the kind of underwater scene that makes you forget you're wearing a mask. Your guide knows the park like a local because they are one. They'll point out details about the geology and the marine life that you'd miss on your own. The park is a designated Marine Geological Sanctuary, so the guides take care to keep groups small and move through without crowding the spots.
The hidden beach is the last stop: accessible only by boat, which is the whole point. You get maybe an hour here to lie on the sand, swim in the turquoise shallows, or just sit and look at the coastline. It's the kind of place that feels private even though you're not alone. After that, the boat heads back to Mismaloya, and you have the rest of the afternoon to grab food at one of the beachfront restaurants or find a quiet spot to dry off.
Is this one for you?Book this if you want the main Puerto Vallarta water activities (snorkeling, cliff jumping, a secluded beach) without arranging transport, gear rental or figuring out which spots are worth the trip. Small groups and local guides mean you're not herded through. You get the story behind what you're seeing.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Spanish.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Infant (1 to 5 years).
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
How long is the tour?
The tour is a half-day experience. You're picked up from Zona Romántica, travel 15 minutes to Mismaloya, then spend several hours on the water and beach before returning in the afternoon.
Is cliff jumping required?
No. Cliff jumping is optional. You can watch from the boat, swim in the water below, or skip that stop entirely and move straight to snorkeling.
What's included in the price?
Private transportation from your hotel, snorkel gear, bottled water, beer, soda, snacks, and all boat access to Los Arcos and the hidden beach.
How many people are in a typical group?
Groups are kept small to give you a more intimate experience and more time to explore without crowding the snorkeling spots.
Do I need snorkeling experience?
No. The guides will help you with the gear and show you what to look for underwater. The snorkeling areas are accessible for beginners.
What's the water temperature like?
The water is cool enough to be refreshing but warm enough to stay comfortable for extended periods of snorkeling and swimming.
Can I bring my own snorkel gear?
Yes, but all equipment is provided as part of the tour, so you don't need to bring your own.
Is there a beach lunch included?
No formal meal is included, but you have free time at Mismaloya beach before and after the tour to eat at local restaurants.
Puerto Vallarta: Los Arcos Snorkeling, Cliff Jump & Hidden Beach
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