Private Sunset Sailing Cruise Puerto Vallarta: Sierra Madre Views

Watch the sun drop behind the mountains from a sailboat built for two.

A private sunset sailing cruise in Puerto Vallarta takes you onto the water for 3.5 hours with a local guide in English or Spanish, two complimentary cocktails, and views of the Sierra Madre mountains and downtown Puerto Vallarta's waterfront. The boat carries restroom facilities and snacks. Service animals are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset sailing with scenic views

• Board sailboat in Puerto Vallarta
• Enjoy views of Sierra Madre mountains
• See prettiest areas of Downtown Puerto Vallarta
• Receive 2 complimentary alcoholic cocktails
• Listen to local guide's explanations

The experience

You board in the late afternoon when the light starts to change. The sailboat is yours alone with the guide (no group, no schedule pressure), and the boat moves into the bay as the sun begins its descent. The Sierra Madre rises behind the town, and the downtown waterfront spreads along the coast in front of you. The guide points out the landmarks and answers questions about the area while you watch the light shift across the water.

Two cocktails made with premium spirits arrive during the sail, along with bottled water and snacks. The boat has a restroom on board, so the 3.5-hour window stays comfortable. The guide speaks English or Spanish, so the commentary lands in your language. The whole point is the slowness of it: the boat under sail, the light changing, the mountains holding the last color before dark.

What’s included

• Two complimentary cocktails made with premium spirits.
• bottled water.
• snacks.
• on-board restroom.
• local guide in English or Spanish.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 16:00

Book up to12h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Anamar Sailing Adventures

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to watch the sunset from a sailboat with drinks included and a local guide to explain the coastline, rather than booking a larger group tour.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

Are the two cocktails included in the price, or do I pay extra for them?

The two cocktails are included as courtesy drinks made with premium spirits. Bottled water and snacks are also included in the cruise.

Can I bring my service dog on the sunset sailing cruise?

Yes, service animals are allowed on board the sailboat.

Is the guide included, or is that an extra cost?

A local guide is included on the cruise. The guide speaks English or Spanish and will explain the area and assist with any questions about the tour.