Puerto Vallarta Adults-Only Luxury Sunset Sail

The crew brings the drinks and food to you while you watch the sun drop into the Pacific.

An adults-only sunset sail in Puerto Vallarta aboard a luxury French sailboat or catamaran, with appetizers, fine wines and a premium open bar included. You drift across Banderas Bay for three hours, taking in views of the Sierra Madre mountains and the Pacific horizon. A guide in English or Spanish is aboard; the minimum age is 16, and this experience is not available to cruise ship passengers.

The Experience

You board a French sailboat or catamaran at the marina in Puerto Vallarta and spend three hours on the water as the sun moves toward the horizon. The crew handles the sailing while you settle into the rhythm of Banderas Bay — the Sierra Madre rises on one side, the open Pacific stretches on the other, and the light shifts from afternoon gold to deep orange to pink. There is no itinerary to follow and no stops to make; the point is the drift itself, the drink in your hand, and the company you brought.

Appetizers and imported cheese arrive throughout the sail, and the open bar runs the whole time — fine wines, beer, spirits, soft drinks, whatever you want. The crew is attentive without hovering, and the boat stays small enough that the experience feels intimate whether you came as a couple or with friends. The three-hour window means you catch the full arc of the sunset without the evening getting away from you.

Check-in time and location are confirmed when you book, and they can shift based on the day's operation, so contact Vallarta Adventures to lock in the details. Bring a light sweater or jacket — the water cools the air once the sun starts down. Port fees are paid in cash at the marina on arrival. This sail is not open to cruise ship passengers, and Mexico's Federal Maritime Ports enforce a strict no-drug policy, including electronic cigarettes and vapes.

What’s included

• Premium open bar with fine wines, imported beer and spirits.
• imported cheese and locally-inspired appetizers.
• three-hour sunset sail across Banderas Bay.
• live guide in English or Spanish.
• attentive crew service throughout.

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Vallarta Adventures

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to watch the sunset from the water while seated the whole time—no walking, no standing, just drinking and eating as the crew sails.

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Top questions

Can I book this if I'm arriving on a cruise ship in Puerto Vallarta?

No. This experience is explicitly not available to cruise ship passengers. You must be staying in Puerto Vallarta independently to join the sail.

What time does the sail leave, and how do I know where to check in?

Check-in time and location are confirmed directly with Vallarta Adventures when you book, as they can change based on the day's operation. You'll receive those details after your reservation is complete.

Is there a dress code for the sunset sail?

No formal dress code is specified. The operator recommends bringing a light sweater or jacket, as the air cools once the sun begins to set over the water.

What's included in the open bar, and are there non-alcoholic options?

The premium open bar includes fine wines, beer, spirits and soft drinks throughout the three-hour sail. Imported cheese and appetizers are served as well.

Is this experience safe if I have a medical condition or mobility concern?

The sail is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health, and is not suitable for pregnant travelers. It is suitable for all other physical fitness levels. If you have questions about a specific condition, contact the operator before booking.