All 7 options, side by side
✓ 2026-08-11| Option | Price | Per person | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marietas Islands Snorkeling Tour: Kayak, Snorkel, Eat | US$ 87 p.p. | US$ 87 | 7h–8h | 3.50★ only 6 reviews | free | +US$ 15 on site |
| Whale Watching Cruise Puerto Vallarta: Sunset & All-Inclusive BarBest value | US$ 110 p.p. | US$ 110 | 3h | 4.80★ · 517 | free | — |
| Puerto Vallarta Catamaran Beach Tour: Remote Island Waterfalls | US$ 113 p.p. | US$ 113 | 6h | 4.83★ · 579 | free | — |
| Yelapa Yacht Cruise: Snorkel, Waterfall & All-Inclusive BarOur pick | US$ 129 p.p. | US$ 129 | 6h | 4.82★ · 2,558 | free | — |
| Snorkeling Marietas Islands & Majahuitas Beach Tour with BBQ | US$ 134 p.p. | US$ 134 | 7h | 5.00★ only 3 reviews | free | — |
| Puerto Vallarta Yacht Charter: Waterslides & All-Inclusive BarTop rated | US$ 2,710 per group | US$ 181 (15 share) | 4h | 4.95★ · 234 | free | — |
| Private Yacht Charter Puerto Vallarta: Waterslides & Water Toys | US$ 3,450 per group | — | 4h | 4.95★ · 133 | free | — |
Real price per person across the 6 options: US$ 87–US$ 181 (median US$ 113). With an extra fee to pay on site: 1 of 7. With 100+ reviews: 5 of 7.
Default order: real price per person — the group price divided by the seats it includes.
2 to 5 hours (3)
Whale Watching Cruise Puerto Vallarta: Sunset & All-Inclusive BarA 3-hour evening whale watching cruise on Banderas Bay departs from either Nuevo Vallarta or Puerto Vallarta cruise terminal, with a live guide in English or Spanish tracking humpback whales, dolphins, sea turtles and rays. The boat is a 100-foot mega yacht with open premium bar service—water, coffee, juices, sodas, margaritas, piña coladas, beer, tequila, wine and champagne—plus fresh guacamole and blue corn chips included. Humpback season runs December through April, though whales sometimes arrive in early November. You choose your meeting point before booking; bring a sweater for the return after sunset.Is it for me?Book this if you want to watch whales and sunset from a stationary yacht with a full bar—you stay seated while the crew searches, perfect for your first evening in Puerto Vallarta without committing to an early morning.
Puerto Vallarta Yacht Charter: Waterslides & All-Inclusive BarA private 4-hour yacht charter in Puerto Vallarta's Banderas Bay on the Chica Fun 3, a 45-foot trimaran with two waterslides, jumping platform and water toys for groups up to 35. You customize the route — Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls are the main options — and the crew, captain and open bar come with it. Snorkel gear, kayaks, paddle boards and fresh snacks are included; hot lunch is available for an extra charge.Is it for me?Pick this charter if your group wants to control the day — which destination, how long at each stop, when to slide and when to snorkel — instead of following a set schedule. The crew and captain handle the navigation and the bar; you handle the itinerary.
Private Yacht Charter Puerto Vallarta: Waterslides & Water ToysA private yacht charter in Puerto Vallarta for groups up to 65 people, cruising Banderas Bay and around Los Arcos National Marine Park with two waterslides, a jumping platform, paddleboards, snorkeling gear, kayaks and an open bar included. You choose your group size and preferred stops—Los Arcos, Yelapa, Colomitos, or Playa Majahuitas—and the captain and crew customize the 4-hour route around your preferences. Fresh guacamole, chips, and a full bar with beer, wine, margaritas and piña coladas are included; hot Mexican fajitas are available for an additional cost.Is it for me?Book the 15- or 25-person option if your group is small and wants the yacht mostly to yourselves; go with 35 or 45 people if you're a larger family or friend group and want to spread the cost; pick the 65-person charter if you're organizing a corporate outing or celebration and want the full boat. The captain customizes the route around your group's preferences, so whether you want to spend the day snorkeling at Los Arcos, beach-hopping, or anchored at one spot, the day shapes itself around what you want to do.
Half day and longer (4)
Yelapa Yacht Cruise: Snorkel, Waterfall & All-Inclusive BarA six-hour all-inclusive yacht cruise from Puerto Vallarta to the car-free beach town of Yelapa, with snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking, waterslides and a guided walk to a waterfall. The yacht carries an open premium bar, fresh Mexican lunch, and water gear; you choose your boarding point (Puerto Vallarta Cruise Terminal or Nuevo Vallarta) before checkout. Gratuities are optional.Is it for me?Book this cruise if you want to swim, snorkel and paddleboard in one morning, hike to a waterfall in the afternoon, and never leave the boat to order food or drinks—everything is prepared and waiting, and the crew handles the timing so you just show up and choose what to do.
Puerto Vallarta Catamaran Beach Tour: Remote Island WaterfallsThis all-inclusive catamaran tour departs Puerto Vallarta for Playa Chica Locca, a remote private beach accessible only by boat, where you spend six hours kayaking, snorkeling, paddleboarding, swimming and hiking to the Quimixto Waterfalls. Fresh guacamole and chips greet you on arrival; a full Mexican lunch with fajitas, rice, beans and tortillas follows; an open premium bar runs all day. You can add an ATV or horseback ride to the falls for cash. The tour includes all water equipment, a guide, and return transport to Vallarta; meeting points are Sayulita, Puerto Vallarta Cruise Terminal, or Nuevo Vallarta.Is it for me?Book this if you have a single day in Puerto Vallarta and want everything arranged—no car rental, no planning stops, no negotiating with vendors. The catamaran handles the transport and the beach handles the rest; you show up, and the day unfolds without you building it. If you're on a cruise ship, the guaranteed return time removes the worry of missing your departure.
Marietas Islands Snorkeling Tour: Kayak, Snorkel, EatA half-day snorkeling and kayaking tour from Puerto Vallarta takes you by boat to the Marietas Islands in Banderas Bay, where you swim the reefs, paddle a kayak around the islands, and explore Playa Nopalera before returning to the boat for lunch and an open bar. The tour includes breakfast before departure, snorkeling gear, and a guide in English or Spanish; children from age 3 are welcome, and the whole experience runs about 7 to 8 hours from check-in to return.Is it for me?The tour departs from Puerto Vallarta's Maritime Terminal with no car needed — check in at 8:10 am and board by 9:00 am — so it works whether you're staying in town, at a resort nearby, or without wheels. Breakfast and lunch are both on the boat, which means you're not hunting for food between activities or paying restaurant prices; the open bar and music on the return make the ride back as much a part of the day as the snorkeling itself.
Snorkeling Marietas Islands & Majahuitas Beach Tour with BBQA full-day snorkeling and kayaking tour from Puerto Vallarta to Marietas Islands National Park, followed by paddleboarding and a BBQ buffet on Majahuitas Beach. Bilingual guides lead water activities around the volcanic archipelago, where dolphins and whales appear in season; the return includes an open bar, breakfast on board and free time on the beach. Seven hours total, life jackets mandatory, children welcome from age 4.Is it for me?Choose the Puerto Vallarta check-in if you're staying in the city center, or the Nuevo Vallarta check-in if your hotel is north along the coast — both reach the same islands and beach, so pick the one closer to where you wake up. The seven-hour span lets you move between snorkeling, paddleboarding and rest without rushing any of them, which is what makes a full day of water activities plus a meal on sand actually feel like a day instead of a checklist.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 7 of the 7 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Yelapa Yacht Cruise: Snorkel, Waterfall & All-Inclusive Bar is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.82 out of 5 across 2,558 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
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