Things to do in Bahía de Banderas

Cruise in style and comfort on the Bay of Banderas enroute to one of Mexico's most unique destinations. Experience the perfect blend of adventure, fun and luxury on this unique tour. Your boat is fully equipped for maximum fun and comfort. Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding kayaks or waterslides. There is even a masseuse onboard. Once in Yelapa enjoy a short guided walk to the breathtaking Yelapa Falls. The refreshing water always flows and is a welcome relief after the walk. Many guests choose to relax on board, play in the ocean, soak up the sun and enjoy the premium open bar and our famous “Chica Locca Service”. Two Check in Locations: Puerto Mágico Vallarta OR Paradise Village Nuevo Vallarta Your 100’ mega yacht is a stable well equipped modern yacht that provides comfortable seating, lounging with a mix of sun, shade, premium sound system and modern bathrooms. This full day adventure includes All Day premium bar: water, coffee, juices, sodas, plus margaritas, piña coladas, beer, tequila, wine plus fresh snacks of guacamole and blue corn chips and a fresh prepared lunch of Mexican fajitas, rice beans and local made tortillas. All your water toys are also included, snorkeling gear, paddle boards, kayaks and floating mattresses for lounging in the ocean. We also include a guide service to hike the nearby waterfalls and assistance with any water activity.

This specialized tour is designed to capture the magical moment when you have an encounter with the beautiful dolphins and majestic humpback whales in Banderas Bay. The essence of this tour is to observe marine life and enjoy beautiful moments where you can quietly contemplate the whales and dolphins as they play, jump and enjoy their natural habitat. There is no "typical day" on this adventure. We generally let the whales and dolphins "take charge" of the itinerary. We can't always predict where we are going to find them, so we let them guide us along their preferred route for the day. Available from December to March, our whale tour is one of the most popular whale-watching tours in Puerto Vallarta.

Enjoy the convenience of being picked up from your hotel in either Puerto Vallarta, Bucerías, Nuevo Vallarta, Conchas Chinas. Ride in a comfortable air-conditioned van through the city. Take a short walk on the Malecon. Learn about the area from your knowledgable guide. See the iconic locales within the city. Visit the Church of the Lady Guadalupe leaving plenty of time to take pictures. Travel to the mountain and tour a Tequila Distillery. Learn the process of making tequila. At the end of the tour, enjoy a tequila. Continue on and visit a local organic coffee factory. Learn about the coffee-making process and enjoy a coffee tasting. Choose the option with lunch and enjoy a local meal.

Join a day trip to Marietas Islands and Hidden Beach in the Bay of Banderas, the second-largest bay in America. Hop aboard a boat with a maximum capacity of 15 people and set sail from the public dock of Nuevo Vallarta. Start the experience with a continental breakfast on board. Get a brief description from the guides of the adventure that awaits you. Upon arrival at the Marietas Islands, swim through a tunnel for approximately 80 meters (with life jackets) to reach Hidden Beach. Spend 15 to 20 minutes to appreciate a beautiful national park. Next, explore more gorgeous spots on these Islands. Use the snorkeling gear provided to observe the colorful marine life around you. Then begin the journey back to the Pier.

Just 5 minutes away from the center of Sayulita, find yourself immersed in a 19-acre ranch surrounded by jungle. The ranch is 100% local and sustainable and once you get here, be greeted by the welcoming staff for a safety briefing on how to have the best time on the zip-lines.  Be equipped with a helmet, gloves, a harness and all the equipment you will need to enjoy this activity with the utmost safety. Glide down 13 zip-lines, 2 of which are doubles, and 4 suspension bridges, with a total distance of two kilometers reaching heights up to 125 meters above sea level.  Enjoy the incredible view of the beaches of Sayulita and its surroundings. After the tour, enjoy a tequila tasting and time to relax by the pool. Have the option to stay and relax or you can be taken back to your hotel as soon as the activity ends.

Get picked up at your hotel in Puerto Vallarta, and set off on the 1-hour drive to San Pancho, your first stop. When you arrive, have the opportunity to admire the Huichol crafts by the streets, see the beautiful beaches, and walk around the little beach town at your own pace. Next, head a few minutes along the coast to Sayulita,  a little picturesque surfer town loved by travelers and locals. Here, enjoy your favorite drink at the beach while you look at the surfers and soak up the sun. Use a buggy board to unlock your adventurous side and take on the waves. Also, have some free time to walk around the place and shop for handicraft souvenirs made by local artisans.  Before heading back to Puerto Vallarta, enjoy a delicious lunch in a local restaurant. At checkout, you will have the option to include lunch in your ticket price.

Head to the meeting point in the heart of Zona Romántica in Puerto Vallarta and enjoy a convenient transfer to the nearby zipline park. Once there, meet your guide and take part in a short safety briefing before getting fitted with your harness and setting out on your tour. Travel along 11 different lines, zipping through lush treetop canopies as you admire the view. Your experienced guide will ensure that you are safe at all times, giving you peace of mind. Conclude your treetop tour with a tequila tasting – the perfect end to a thrilling experience – before hopping back into the transfer vehicle to make your way back to Zona Romántica.

Begin your adventure with a scenic sunset boat ride from Puerto Vallarta to the secluded Las Caletas beach, where torches and candles light your way. As you arrive, dancers, percussionists, and jungle creatures greet you, setting the stage for an enchanting evening. Settle in for Rhythms of the Night, an immersive experience that combines spectacular acrobatics, vibrant rhythms, and stunning costumes in an open-air amphitheater. Follow the mystical pre-Hispanic legend, highlighting the evolution and disappearance of four human civilizations. Witness talented dancers, fire jugglers, and acrobats bring this story to life, creating a spiritual celebration of the human spirit. Then, enjoy a delicious candlelight dinner and open bar as you take in the show under a starry sky. Conclude the night with a return boat ride, leaving you with the enchanting sounds and sights of Rhythms of the Night lingering in your memory.

Discover the natural landscapes around the Mexican countryside on this guided tour on horseback. Ride along beaches and through jungles, and discover charming towns like Higuera Blanca. Arrive at the beautiful ranch full of different animals like donkeys, ponies, macaws, roosters, water buffalo, deers, turkeys, and peacocks. Listen to a quick safety briefing before you meet your horse and get saddled up. Riding your horse, explore a typical Mexican Town. Go through the jungle and arrive at a breathtaking beach of Litibu where you will have the option to gallop. After the tour, enjoy a tequila tasting, and feel free to purchase lunch at a delicious Mexican restaurant. Finally, take a picture with the majestic "Soruyo", a bull that weighs over 1 ton before heading home.

Experience a full day aboard a floating fun factory equipped with unlimited water toys, tasty fresh food and unlimited premium drinks. The yacht specifically designed to deliver effortless adventure and an unforgettable day in our tropical waters. Experience the wonder of a marine national park up close. A professional photographer is onboard capturing candid and action moments all day. Reserve the service when you check in. As you begin your cruise to Marietas Islands. Relax while enjoying a breakfast of fresh in season fruit, pastries, plus our all day premium beverage service including: water, coffee, juices, sodas, plus margaritas, pina coladas, beer, tequila, wine, champagne and more. Enjoy the cruise along the North Shore of the Bay of Banderas direct to your destination. From December to April these waters are inhabited by humpback whales. But all year you can witness sea turtles, rays and our beautiful tropical coastline. As we cruise to the islands a snack of fresh guacamole and chips is served. Las Marietas With a guide we swim, kayak, paddle or snorkel to Playa la Nopalera. Here we are free to explore and enjoy this marine reserve full of marine wildlife. Return to the boat for a well earned tasty lunch of Mexican Fajitas with rice, beans and tortilla, drinks, more ocean play and relaxing. On the return trip it's time to have a few drinks, dance and enjoy the rolling views and ocean breeze as you please. Our experienced team of photographers will showcase action shots for those who didn’t pre-book photos for you to view and purchase.