Whale Watching Cruise In Puerto Vallarta & Nuevo Vallarta
Overview
Embark on the ultimate winter whale watching expedition across Banderas Bay aboard a spacious double-decker catamaran! Witness majestic humpback whales leaping and interacting in their natural habitat, offering a breathtaking wildlife show you cannot miss.
✨ WHAT MAKES THIS TOUR UNIQUE:
• TWO MEAL SERVICES INCLUDED: Enjoy a hot Continental Breakfast (pancakes, fresh fruit, yogurt, bread, coffee) followed later by a delicious buffet Lunch (marlin burritos, paninis, ceviche, and chips).
• INTERNATIONAL OPEN BAR: Sip on unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks from our premium selection throughout the cruise.
• DOUBLE-DECKER COMFORT: Sail safely on a large, stable catamaran (up to 120 travelers) with open-air viewing zones perfect for professional-grade wildlife photography.
• DUAL DEPARTURES: Convenient boarding options from Nuevo Vallarta (8:30 AM) or Puerto Vallarta (9:20 AM).
What's Included
- Breakfast Continental breakfast featuring hot pancakes, fresh fruit, yogurt, bread, coffee, milk, orange juice, jam, and maple honey.
- Lunch Enjoy vegan ceviche, ham & cheese paninis, traditional marlin burritos, and crunchy tortilla chips served onboard.
- Alcoholic beverages A selection of international alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks served by our attentive crew throughout the cruise.
- Live commentary on board
- Crew gratuities are optional but highly appreciated for our dedicated maritime and service staff.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Entrance fees (port fees applies at API, Puerto Vallarta)
Meeting Location
Boulevard Francisco Medina Ascencio
Zona Hotelera Nte., 48333 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Experience the magic of the winter season in Banderas Bay aboard our spacious, stable catamaran for an unforgettable Humpback Whale watching adventure! Witness these majestic marine mammals interact in their natural habitat, offering a spectacular show of breaches and tail-slaps.
YOUR ALL-INCLUSIVE ECO-ADVENTURE INCLUDES:
• FULL BREAKFAST (Before 10AM): Fresh fruit, hot pancakes, bread, yogurt, coffee, milk, orange juice, jam, and maple honey.
• ️ BOUNTIFUL LUNCH: Vegan ceviche, ham & cheese paninis, traditional marlin burritos, and crunchy tortilla chips.
• INTERNATIONAL BAR: Unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks served by our attentive onboard crew throughout the cruise.
• COMFORTABLE EMBARKATION: Enjoy a double-decker boat featuring open-air viewing areas perfect for wildlife photography and maximum comfort.
Note: Please double-check your designated departure location and time (8:30 AM Nuevo Vallarta or 9:20 AM Puerto Vallarta) immediately after booking!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 120 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-8187P16
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Puerto Vallarta customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Whale Watching Cruise In Puerto Vallarta & Nuevo Vallarta. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Breakfast. Continental breakfast featuring hot pancakes, fresh fruit, yogurt, bread, coffee, milk, orange juice, jam, and maple honey.
- Lunch. Enjoy vegan ceviche, ham & cheese paninis, traditional marlin burritos, and crunchy tortilla chips served onboard.
- Alcoholic beverages. A selection of international alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks served by our attentive crew throughout the cruise.
- Live commentary on board.
- Crew gratuities are optional but highly appreciated for our dedicated maritime and service staff.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Transportation to/from attractions.
- Entrance fees (port fees applies at API, Puerto Vallarta).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Whale Watching Cruise In Puerto Vallarta & Nuevo Vallarta is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Whale Watching Cruise In Puerto Vallarta & Nuevo Vallarta will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Puerto Vallarta. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- BreakfastContinental breakfast featuring hot pancakes, fresh fruit, yogurt, bread, coffee, milk, orange juice, jam, and maple honey.
- LunchEnjoy vegan ceviche, ham & cheese paninis, traditional marlin burritos, and crunchy tortilla chips served onboard.
- Alcoholic beveragesA selection of international alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks served by our attentive crew throughout the cruise.
- Live commentary on board
- Crew gratuities are optional but highly appreciated for our dedicated maritime and service staff.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Entrance fees (port fees applies at API, Puerto Vallarta)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 120 travelers
