Departing Puerto Vallarta Marina, your tentative crew will have breakfast ready for you as the catamaran passes close to the shoreline, with views of downtown Puerto Vallarta. Taking you to the first stop of the day.

Snorkel approximately 100 meters offshore in the warm and scenic bay of Los Arcos, otherwise known as 'The Arches', where granite rock formations of arches and caves have been sculpted by the forge of the ocean over thousands of years. All things natural are protected here so that you can have the amazing opportunity to snorkel in a rare environment and explore the brightly colored fish and steep rock walls that protect this marine area.

Afterwards, you will be taken to Las Animas Beach where you can enjoy a leisurely swim. The tour includes: Continental Breakfast, lunch on the beach, open domestic bar, and fishing facilities (two rods).

The Central Pacific Coast of Mexico offers something for everyone, from pristine bays, isolated beaches, infinite wildlife and gorgeous reef surrounded islands.

Visiting these islands is a must for anyone who enjoys snorkeling, with islands such as Islas Marietas, which is totally surrounded by impressive reefs, underwater caves, tunnels and walls. An abundance of sea creatures such as colorful fish species, dolphins, whales and giant manta rays can be sighted depending upon the time of year.

This tour, departing from Puerto Vallarta, offers you the chance to experience all this and more! Come aboard for an unforgettable day of snorkeling at this remote and pristine sanctuary of the Marietas Islands. One of the greatest ecological miracles of recent decades has been the renaissance of the humpback whale from the brink of extinction.

Please Note: Whale sightings are only possible in season, approximately December through March

Get oriented early to get more from your vacation in Puerto Vallarta. Visit all points of interest including Guadalupe Church, City Hall, the Malecon (Seawall), Rio Cuale, and many more picturesque sites.

The tour starts on the north side of the city, where you will see the newest tourism complex of Marina Vallarta, its residential zone, the golf course and the yacht club, stopping for a few minutes to take pictures.

Then you will continue forward to the city's down town, driving through 'El Pitillal' one of the popular suburbs. At the sea horse you will get off the bus to take an information walk, looking at some of the important buildings and monuments like the city hall and the main Church. On this part of the tour you will have time for shopping.

On the way back to the bus you'll walk through a beautiful botanical garden 'The Cuale River Island'. After this you will travel to the south of the bay, where you will also visit a raicilla (Tequila) factory to learn the elaboration process. Last but not least, you will drive into the rainforest and stop at a restaurant surrounded with lush, green vegetation next to a river, with the chance of having lunch (optional), before returning to your hotel.