Mismaloya Beach

Discover the magic of Puerto Vallarta aboard the VallarTour Bus! Feel the sea breeze and the warmth of the sun as you immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of this vibrant city. With our Hop-On Hop-Off service, you have the freedom to explore at your own pace, hopping on and off at any of our official stops strategically located so you don't miss a thing. What are you waiting for? Hop on the VallarTour Bus and live the experience! ✅Panoramic Views: Admire the urban and natural landscape from our elevated platform. ✅Bilingual Guide: Learn about the history and secrets of Puerto Vallarta with our audio system in Spanish and English. ✅Accessibility: We are committed to inclusion, offering universal access on all our units. ✅VallarTour Bus is more than just a tour; it's your passport to discovering the hidden treasures and stories that make Puerto Vallarta an unforgettable place. We look forward to sharing this unique adventure with you! ✅Puerto Mágico, special stop for cruise ships.

Your experience includes a round way shuttle starting 1 hour before your schedule departure at Calle Morelos 527 Centro Puerto Vallarta (outside of Vibin Bar & Grill) we will have a 30 minutes drive to our beach club. Your tour guide will welcome you 30-minutes before your scheduled departure at our shop in Mismaloya. Once you arrive, we will gear up for a brief paddle from Mismaloya Beach to the neighboring islands of Los Arcos National Marine Park. Either along the way or once in Los Arcos, we will experience the magic of the bioluminescence algae. And, from there, you will spend some time exploring the caves and grottos of the area while receiving historical and biological information from your guide. You will get an opportunity to experience the park before or after the business of the daytime crowds, and have a chance to swim or snorkel—if you choose. Our Bioluminescence experience lasts for about three hours and logs a total distance of about 2-3 nautical miles.

If you have never visited downtown Vallarta, it is likely that when you see them you will not believe that a place like this existed in Mexico. We will observe hundreds of beautiful places within the city that will truly surprise you. A professional guide will guide you to explore the best of Puerto Vallarta on our captivating city tour. We begin on the lively Malecón de Vallarta, where the sea breeze mixes with the cultural bustle. Then, we headed to the imposing Municipal Palace, a witness to history and local government. The majestic Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe awaits us with its emblematic architecture and its rich spirituality. And for a unique sensory experience, we visit the Tequila Factory, where you will discover the secrets of this national drink. From the energy of the boardwalk to the serenity of the church, each stop immerses you in the vibrant essence of Puerto Vallarta. A cultural adventure that will leave a lasting impression on your heart!

Enjoy a day of adventure and relaxation on a boat tour from Mismaloya. Go cliff jumping, snorkeling, and relax on the beach. See the iconic granite islands of Los Arcos and the vibrant coral reefs surrounding them. Meet your guide and crew at the meeting point in Mismaloya. Get a safety briefing and an introduction to the activities and equipment. Board the boat and head to the first activity, cliff jumping. Anchor near a safe and designated spot and get briefed on technique and safety before taking turns leaping into the turquoise water from various heights. For those who prefer not to jump, relax on the boat or enjoy swimming nearby. Afterwards, the boat circles the iconic granite islands, showcasing their unique arches and caves carved by centuries of waves. See seabirds nesting on the cliffs and marine life visible through the water. Proceed to snorkeling around the coral reefs. The boat approaches near the vibrant coral reefs surrounding Los Arcos. Get provided with snorkeling gear and guided into the water to explore the underwater world. Highlights include tropical fish, colorful corals, and the possibility of spotting rays or sea turtles. Continue to the serene and beautiful beach of El Paredón. Relax on the soft sand, swim in the calm waters, or explore the surrounding nature. Enjoy snacks and refreshments (depending on the tour package). Conclude the tour with a leisurely boat ride back to Mismaloya, offering one last chance to soak in the views and take photos. Upon arrival, the crew thanks the guests, collects equipment, and ensures everyone has had a memorable experience.

Enjoy a day of fun in the sun while learning about Puerto Vallarta's most famous points of interest. See how tequila is made, visit the filming location of a famous movie, shop for local souvenirs, and enjoy lunch at a secluded beach. Start with a scenic drive down the coastline to Puerto Vallarta's lush Botanical Gardens. Wander through the many terraces and admire tropical flowers, jungle trees, and colorful birds. Pick up a souvenir or try a local snack at the onsite restaurant. Next, cruise down the southern coast to the historic El Baston Del Rey tequila factory. Learn a thing or two about how the finest tequilas are made and pick up a few bottles to take home. After, discover one of the best kept secrets of Puerto Vallarta, the secluded Mismaloya beach. After lunch at Mismaloya, take a short hike out to a lookout point to snap a picture with the 15-foot iguana statue, erected as a tribute to the 1961 movie Night of the Iguana that was filmed in this village. Afterwards, cool off with some body boarding or snorkeling at Los Arcos or just kick back with a cocktail at the beach.

Our adventure begins at Playa Mismaloya, a beautiful town south of downtown Puerto Valllarta with a brief lesson on safety and use of our equipment. We will begin a journey of approximately 5 kilometers on a Sup board in which we will pass through the arches of the national park where you will be able to observe birds and marine fauna that live in this beautiful place. Later we will take 30 minutes to rest or swim in the area equipped for swimming and snorkeling. To finish our activity returning to the starting point.

With a focus on fun and exploration, our tour combines the thrill of snorkeling in crystal clear waters with the serenity of a boat ride along the coast. Our tour guides will take you to discover the secrets and wonders of the arches, from bird watching to interacting with marine life. And to ensure an even more comfortable experience, our groups are small, with a maximum of 10 people. This will allow you to enjoy a closer and more personalized attention from our tour guides, and a deeper connection with nature and the other members of the group. We will enjoy lively music through our speakers, while enjoying soft drinks and fresh water. **If there is time left after snorkeling in the arches, we can make a stop at El Paredon beach, a very beautiful and quiet beach located near the arches. There, you can relax and enjoy the sun, sand and sea. (In winter season whale watching is very active).

We are a tour where the artisanal, ecological and local of Puerto Vallarta is shown, we only visit places where the traveler has a true immersion experience during a day of relaxation and growth. We will visit Mismaloya where the night of the iguana, sentencedor and endless movies, characterized by its emblematic beauty and the Arcos de Mismaloya. Our tour is personalized and with trained guides, it is totally different from applied methodology and pedia local and where artisanal tourist activities are practiced. 4 to 5 hours Mariposario Morpho, on the way to Eden 588, Puerto Vallarta 48294 Mexico, 30 minutes Playa Mismaloya, Road Axis Coastal road to Christmas Bar Km 11 South Hotle Zone, Mismaloya, Puerto Vallarta 48390 Mexico, 2 hours Malecón Boardwalk, Paseo Díaz Ordaz S/N Center, Puerto Vallarta 48300 Mexico, 45 minutes Tequilera Vallarta, AV Mexico 1140, December 5, 48350 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico, 1 hour Mariposario Morpho Puerto Vallarta, on the way to Eden 588, Mistaloya, Puerto Vallarta 48294 Mexico, 30 minutes

Our team will welcome you one hour to 30 minutes before the time of your scheduled departure from our little surf shop on Mismaloya Beach, seven miles to the south of Puerto Vallarta. Please arrive an hour ahead of time if you plan to go in stand up paddle board, and thirty minutes ahead of time if you plan on kayaking. Once you arrive, we will introduce you to the ways of the water with an introductory paddle lesson and then gear up for a brief paddle from Mismaloya to the neighboring islands of Los Arcos National Marine Park. Once in Los Arcos, you will spend some time exploring the caves and grottos of the area while receiving historical and biological information from your guide. You will get an opportunity to experience the park and have a chance to snorkel—if you choose. Our Snorkel Eco-Adventure lasts for about three hours and logs a total distance of about 2-3 nautical miles. This tour is offered for a best experience at 9am After having a great time in Los Arcos Marine Park we will paddle back to our beach club where we will share the pictures taken on your tour while you enjoy delicious tropical fruit and some refreshments

A member of our team will pick you up just off the Puerto Vallarta Malecon, on Calle Morelos #527, one hour before your tours scheduled departure time. From there, we will drive for about 30 minutes to our beach club in Playa Mismaloya. Upon arrival, you will have a chance to relax, drink some coffee, tea, or water, change your clothes, and use the restroom. Before we get into the water we will go through our debrief, providing essential safety information, explaining the correct use of your chosen equipment, and going through a general run-through of the experience. We will enter the water and paddle together to the islets of Los Arcos, while your guide points out and describes the flora and fauna of your surroundings. If you choose a sunrise tour, we will paddle out at down and have the marine park to ourselves before the crowds arrive. We will be able to observe the awakening of the birds while observing the sun rising above the mountains. After the sun is out, you'll be able to jump in and practice snorkeling for as much time as you´d like. Your guide will provide you with an informational tour, as well as filtered drinking water, an energy bar, whatever equipment you may need, and photos taken throughout your tour. If you choose the sunset tour, we will paddle out around one hour before dusk so as to appreciate the marine park before the sun goes down. Our sunset experience is a unique way to observe the final light of the day with out the midday crowds. Exploring the islands and caves of Los Arcos, you'll have the chance to jump to the water at any point to swim or cool off. After the sun is down and the night falls, we will spend a few more minutes exploring the park before starting on our paddle back to the beach club, where you will have a lovely, warm welcome to shore. In both experiences, we will paddle for around five kilometers and spend three hours in the ocean. Your shuttle ride back to Puerto Vallarta is scheduled about an hour after you return to shore.