Whale Watching Experience in Puerto Vallarta
Overview
Our 4-hour whale watching experience offers a truly unique opportunity to witness the incredible life cycle of Humpback Whales in their natural habitat. What makes this expedition stand out is that Banderas Bay serves as a vital annual destination for these magnificent cetaceans to reproduce, calve their offspring, and rest, providing an unparalleled chance to observe these crucial behaviors firsthand. Beyond unforgettable encounters with whales and other pelagic animals, such as dolphins and mantas, you'll spend an outstanding morning navigating the beautiful bay, having fun while learning fascinating insights into the lives of these majestic creatures and the diverse marine ecosystem.
What's Included
- Life vest
- Hydrophone to listen to the whale´s and dolphin´s vocalizations
- Federal mandatory port tax, for use port facilities
- Didactic materials
- Soft drinks and purified water
- Turkey Ham with cheese panini
- Fruit & Snacks
- Licensed Bilingual Naturalist Guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Los Peines
Isla Iguana, 48335 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
Embark on an unforgettable 4-hour boat adventure, specifically designed for authorized whale watching by Federal Environmental Authorities, aboard the comfortable Bruna. Vessel featured with cushions, ample shade, and convenient restroom facilities. Your journey is further enriched by Experienced, Licensed Bilingual Naturalist Guides, didactic materials, and the unique opportunity to listen to whale and dolphin vocalizations via a hydrophone. For your comfort, life vests, soft drinks, purified water, fresh fruit, and snacks are provided, along with a delicious turkey ham with cheese panini. All federal mandatory port taxes are also covered, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5585512P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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 Experience in Puerto 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).
- Life vest.
- Hydrophone to listen to the whale´s and dolphin´s vocalizations.
- Federal mandatory port tax, for use port facilities.
- Didactic materials.
- Soft drinks and purified water.
- Turkey Ham with cheese panini.
- Fruit & Snacks.
- Licensed Bilingual Naturalist Guide.
- Gratuities.
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 2025The minimum age to participate is 2..
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 Experience in Puerto Vallarta is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Whale Watching Experience in Puerto 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 2024What's Included
- Life vest
- Hydrophone to listen to the whale´s and dolphin´s vocalizations
- Federal mandatory port tax, for use port facilities
- Didactic materials
- Soft drinks and purified water
- Turkey Ham with cheese panini
- Fruit & Snacks
- Licensed Bilingual Naturalist Guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
