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Sierra Vallejo Birdwatching & Chocolate Experience

Discover one of Puerto Vallarta's best-kept natural treasures on a small-group adventure to the Sierra de Vallejo Biosphere Reserve. Accompanied by a specialized birding guide, …More

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Sierra Vallejo Birdwatching & Chocolate Experience

Discover one of Puerto Vallarta's best-kept natural treasures on a small-group adventure to the Sierra de Vallejo Biosphere Reserve. Accompanied by a specialized birding guide,...

6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$125
Whale Watching Adventure with a Marine Biologist

What an incredible opportunity! This whale-watching adventure offers an immersive and educational experience led by a marine biologist. Observing humpback whales in their natural habitat …More

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Whale Watching Adventure with a Marine Biologist

What an incredible opportunity! This whale-watching adventure offers an immersive and educational experience led by a marine biologist. Observing humpback whales in their natural habitat...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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Local Treasures & Coastal Birds of Banderas Bay

If you are visiting Puerto Vallarta and birds are your main interest, count yourself lucky! This paradise is home to nearly 350 species across diverse …More

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Local Treasures & Coastal Birds of Banderas Bay

If you are visiting Puerto Vallarta and birds are your main interest, count yourself lucky! This paradise is home to nearly 350 species across diverse...

7 hours • Free Cancellation
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Full Zip Line Tour + Mules + Jorullo Bridge

Experience the most complete zip line experience in Puerto Vallarta. This tour combines a circuit of 11 certified zip lines over the jungle canopy, a …More

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Full Zip Line Tour + Mules + Jorullo Bridge

Experience the most complete zip line experience in Puerto Vallarta. This tour combines a circuit of 11 certified zip lines over the jungle canopy, a...

5 hours • Free Cancellation
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$120
Trekking Colomitos - Madagascar

Discover the "Flight of the Guacamaya" trail on a light walk along the edge of the coastline, where you will discover the most beautiful beaches …More

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Trekking Colomitos - Madagascar

Discover the "Flight of the Guacamaya" trail on a light walk along the edge of the coastline, where you will discover the most beautiful beaches...

6 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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Horseback Riding Experience in Sierra Madre Mountains

During this tour our guides will take you to observe wonderful natural landscapes in the beautiful Sierra Madre Occidental, where you will ride through paths …More

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Horseback Riding Experience in Sierra Madre Mountains

During this tour our guides will take you to observe wonderful natural landscapes in the beautiful Sierra Madre Occidental, where you will ride through paths...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$119
Wild Dolphin Encounter & Snorkeling Adventure

Ecotours Vallarta offers a unique opportunity to get up close with wild dolphins in their natural habitat, guided by an expert marine biologist. This unforgettable …More

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Wild Dolphin Encounter & Snorkeling Adventure

Ecotours Vallarta offers a unique opportunity to get up close with wild dolphins in their natural habitat, guided by an expert marine biologist. This unforgettable...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$115
Botanical Garden: Private Day Trip from Puerto Vallarta

Our Botanical Garden Private Tour is a peaceful escape into the lush Sierra Madre, designed to feel like your own personalized retreat. Unlike crowded group …More

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Botanical Garden: Private Day Trip from Puerto Vallarta

Our Botanical Garden Private Tour is a peaceful escape into the lush Sierra Madre, designed to feel like your own personalized retreat. Unlike crowded group...

4 to 6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$110
Wild Dolphin Encounter in Puerto Vallarta

Bahía de Banderas, where Puerto Vallarta is located, is one of those natural environments where bottle nose dolphins live year round. During this tour, you …More

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Wild Dolphin Encounter in Puerto Vallarta

Bahía de Banderas, where Puerto Vallarta is located, is one of those natural environments where bottle nose dolphins live year round. During this tour, you...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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ATV Adventure from Puerto Vallarta

Hop on an exciting ATV tour in Puerto Vallarta and discover the true outdoors. Explore the tropical surrounds and scenic mountain routes of the Puerto …More

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ATV Adventure from Puerto Vallarta

Hop on an exciting ATV tour in Puerto Vallarta and discover the true outdoors. Explore the tropical surrounds and scenic mountain routes of the Puerto...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$110
Puerto Vallarta Las Caletas, Adventure Park & Lunch with Open Bar

Las Caletas is a secluded paradise on Mexico’s Pacific coast, accessible only by boat. Surrounded by lush jungle and stunning ocean views, this hidden sanctuary …More

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Puerto Vallarta Las Caletas, Adventure Park & Lunch with Open Bar

Las Caletas is a secluded paradise on Mexico’s Pacific coast, accessible only by boat. Surrounded by lush jungle and stunning ocean views, this hidden sanctuary...

7 hours • Free Cancellation
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$109
Puerto Vallarta Ocean Expedition: Horseback Ride, Waterfall & BBQ

This adventure combines snorkeling, culture, nature, and relaxation while exploring some of the most beautiful and less-visited areas of the bay. The day begins with …More

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Puerto Vallarta Ocean Expedition: Horseback Ride, Waterfall & BBQ

This adventure combines snorkeling, culture, nature, and relaxation while exploring some of the most beautiful and less-visited areas of the bay. The day begins with...

6 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$109
Yelapa Escape & Snorkeling in Puerto Vallarta by Speedboat

Personalized service from expert local guides Small groups for a more intimate, crowd-free experience Top-quality snorkeling gear for maximum comfort and safety Exclusive access to …More

4.9 (33)

Yelapa Escape & Snorkeling in Puerto Vallarta by Speedboat

Personalized service from expert local guides Small groups for a more intimate, crowd-free experience Top-quality snorkeling gear for maximum comfort and safety Exclusive access to...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$109
Whale and Dolphin Watching with a Biologist in Puerto Vallarta

Wildlife Connection offers you the opportunity to visit these fabulous animals in their natural environment and to participate in a research project that helps us …More

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Whale and Dolphin Watching with a Biologist in Puerto Vallarta

Wildlife Connection offers you the opportunity to visit these fabulous animals in their natural environment and to participate in a research project that helps us...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$105
Watch and Swim with Dolphins in the Wild

Wildlife Connection offers you the opportunity to visit these fabulous animals in their natural environment and to participate in a research project that helps us …More

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Watch and Swim with Dolphins in the Wild

Wildlife Connection offers you the opportunity to visit these fabulous animals in their natural environment and to participate in a research project that helps us...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$105
Horseback Riding Tour in Sierra Madre from Puerto Vallarta

Welcome to a hidden area where the jungle and the Sierra Madre meet. Rancho Capomo’s eco-tours on horseback is the perfect way to discover the wonders of …More

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Horseback Riding Tour in Sierra Madre from Puerto Vallarta

Welcome to a hidden area where the jungle and the Sierra Madre meet. Rancho Capomo’s eco-tours on horseback is the perfect way to discover the wonders of...

5 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (356)
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$103
Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens Hiking Tour

More than just a hike — this is a full-spectrum nature and culture immersion. Botanical Wonders: Includes full access to the renowned Puerto Vallarta Botanical …More

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Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens Hiking Tour

More than just a hike — this is a full-spectrum nature and culture immersion. Botanical Wonders: Includes full access to the renowned Puerto Vallarta Botanical...

6 hours • Free Cancellation
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$102
Islas Marietas Experience! Catamaran Nature Trip

We'll begin this adventure at the marina with a smooth check in with our friendly staff. Once at the boat we'll have a welcome from …More

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Islas Marietas Experience! Catamaran Nature Trip

We'll begin this adventure at the marina with a smooth check in with our friendly staff. Once at the boat we'll have a welcome from...

8 hours • Free Cancellation
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$102
Bioluminescence by Kayak or SUP to Los Arcos, Puerto Vallarta

This experience combines adventure, nature, and one of the ocean’s most fascinating phenomena: bioluminescence. **Bioluminescence in motion** – You don’t just watch it—you interact with …More

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Bioluminescence by Kayak or SUP to Los Arcos, Puerto Vallarta

This experience combines adventure, nature, and one of the ocean’s most fascinating phenomena: bioluminescence. **Bioluminescence in motion** – You don’t just watch it—you interact with...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$101
Isla Marietas Catamaran Tour! Full Day Nature Adventure

We'll begin this adventure at the marina with a smooth check in with our friendly staff. Once at the boat we'll have a welcome from …More

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Isla Marietas Catamaran Tour! Full Day Nature Adventure

We'll begin this adventure at the marina with a smooth check in with our friendly staff. Once at the boat we'll have a welcome from...

8 hours • Free Cancellation
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$101

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Puerto Vallarta Mountain ATV Mountain Tour
New York City
ATV Adventure from Puerto Vallarta
571willya, Sep 2026
Puerto Vallarta Mountain ATV Mountain Tour
I worked with Alex to book the ATV Side by Side waterfall and mountain bridges tour. One of the best experiences I hav shad booking an excursion on any vacation. He made the recommendation to do the waterfall and mountain bridges tour and it was amazing! What a great adventure! I will never forget it. Thanks
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Beautiful Fun Day
New York City
Puerto Vallarta Las Caletas, Adventure Park & Lunch with Open Bar
O5118COkenc, Sep 2026
Beautiful Fun Day
Las Caletas was beautiful and relaxing lots of activities to choose from and wonderful food and drinks. Water is warm ans clear with tons of fish to see. The trip back was highlighted by the performance from Danny and the crew. We loved it. A must do activity when visiting Puerto Vallarta. I have booked several tours with the Adventures group ( Cabo and Vallarta) and have never been disappointed.
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Sunrise You’ll Never Forget!
New York City
Bioluminescence by Kayak or SUP to Los Arcos, Puerto Vallarta
jamielD6564GG, Sep 2026
Sunrise You’ll Never Forget!
Our guide Felipe was amazing, kind, funny and informative! 10/10!!!
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Lovely ride and beautiful waterfall!
New York City
Horseback Riding Tour in Sierra Madre from Puerto Vallarta
Melissa_M, Sep 2026
Lovely ride and beautiful waterfall!
This was a great experience. The horses where calm and the trail is gorgeous. The waterfall was magnificent. I plan to do this again when I come back next time.
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Must book this trip!
New York City
Horseback Riding Tour in Sierra Madre from Puerto Vallarta
Elias_D, Sep 2026
Must book this trip!
We had a wonderful time riding the horses through the intense nature and crossing the river multiple times, until we reach the hike that took us to a spectacular waterfall. Went back to the ranch and had a delicious lunch. Everyone was friendly and our guide was very nice. He had a dog, Capo, who helped guide us through our excursion 😂 so cute, strong little dog that crossed the river and was leading the horses hilarious 😂 we would definitely do this trip again! Thank you!
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Awesome bioluminescence kayaking and food!
New York City
Bioluminescence by Kayak or SUP to Los Arcos, Puerto Vallarta
F8912AJheatherh, Sep 2026
Awesome bioluminescence kayaking and food!
We had an absolutely delightful experience on this magical September night, enjoying fun kayaking through the rock tunnels, swimming while experiencing the bioluminescence then finishing with a delicious dinner on a perfect summer evening! German was an excellent guide and very accommodating after we had to reschedule from a pop up thunderstorm the day before. Highly recommend the entire experience and the amazing food! We will absolutely be back!
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Great tour guide
New York City
Botanical Garden: Private Day Trip from Puerto Vallarta
Tracy_r, Sep 2026
Great tour guide
Tour guide was great made the trip! Followed all previous notes and gave us many selections of things to do on our adventure. He went out of his way to help us see and enjoy everything on our day!
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Birding with Eco Tours near Puerto Vallarta
New York City
Sierra Vallejo Birdwatching & Chocolate Experience
Y866OZrossm, Sep 2026
Birding with Eco Tours near Puerto Vallarta
Michael was an amazing educated guide who helped us to find rare and remarkable birds, including the Mexican hermit hummingbird. He was a trained knowledgeable about birds, Whales dolphins, and is a native of the area. This is not the exact tour we went on, but it’s the closest I could find.
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Tacos were so good, bring an empty stomach
New York City
Puerto Vallarta Las Caletas, Adventure Park & Lunch with Open Bar
tonytZ2209UL, Sep 2026
Tacos were so good, bring an empty stomach
Tacos were so good, a lot of variety, bring an empty stomach
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Dolphin Dreams Come True🐬
New York City
Wild Dolphin Encounter & Snorkeling Adventure
rachelmR5272CB, Aug 2026
Dolphin Dreams Come True🐬
The minute I found out that I could swim with dolphins in the wild in Puerto Vallarta - I knew I had to make it happen🐬 They had originally signed us up with swimming with the dolphins and sea lions in a tank. When I found out, it was in a tank I made sure to let them know that I am very against that and that we only want to swim with them in the wild. We got lucky and had a private tour. They told us if more people didn’t sign up they may cancel it. I’m so glad they didn’t! Our guide Michael and Captain Martin were amazing! The day started off a little slow, but we never lost hope! Sure enough just a few minutes later, they found us a couple of dolphins that were calm and swimming slow, so we were able to get in and swim with them! It was the most beautiful experience seeing them so close and in their natural habitat. We got more time with the dolphins than I ever could’ve dreamed of. So when he told us, it was time to give them some space I was super fulfilled and more than happy to see them from the boat. We both thought that the tour might have just ended there, but they fed us some sandwiches and took us snorkeling at this beautiful secluded beach. Michael was able to tell us about all the species of fish and the marine birds. And on the way back - even more dolphins!!!😍 This excursion couldn’t have gone any better. I can’t wait to come back!🩵🐬
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A must-do
New York City
Watch and Swim with Dolphins in the Wild
Renee_R, Aug 2026
A must-do
This was, hands down, the best experience I’ve had on a trip. The staff are super knowledgeable - actual biologists - who tell you about dolphins and other sea creatures ahead of the trip. They are so kind and helpful once out at the dive location. My daughter got scared (she’s 8, and while excited, the size of the dolphins got very real, very quickly once in the water), and they offered help and comfort to her to make her feel safe and engaged. They had plenty cold drinks which they readily offered to ensure no one got dehydrated. They were concerned primarily with safety of guests and dolphins. They did not bait dolphins with food and were concerned that we were only swimming with pods that were out for fun (no mamas with babies). Truly a magical experience and made all the better by the incredible staff. If I could give it 6 stars I would.
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Amazing experience!
New York City
Sierra Vallejo Birdwatching & Chocolate Experience
Shannon_H, Aug 2026
Amazing experience!
Michael was AMAZING - he has such incredible knowledge of the birds and trees in the area and we had such a fabulous time spotting nearly 50 types of birds! We're fairly new to birding and this was such a special experience that has fueled us wanting to do birding more frequently. We also really appreciate that this company is truly eco friendly and ensures that nature and wildlife are protected on the types tpurs.Highly recommend this tour and EcoTours!
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The best experience ever!
New York City
Watch and Swim with Dolphins in the Wild
Shannon_H, Aug 2026
The best experience ever!
Words cannot describe how beautiful this experience is. All of the guides (Jemma especially!) were just so knowledgeable and created such a magical experience. We took turns in smaller groups getting in the water with the dolphins and had plenty of time to see them - it's just so special to get to play with dolphins on their own terms, in their own space/ home.Highly recommend this tour! The focus on respecting the animals is so evident and important and it really was an honor to get to share space for a few hours with such incredible beings.And please never swim with captive dolphins. It's horrible for them.
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Excellent experience and treatment by Manu and Mellin
New York City
Yelapa Escape & Snorkeling in Puerto Vallarta by Speedboat
C3870OWclaudiam, Jul 2026
Excellent experience and treatment by Manu and Mellin
Mellin and Manu are excellent guides and hosts
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This is the experience of a lifetime
New York City
Wild Dolphin Encounter & Snorkeling Adventure
Alyssa_F, Jul 2026
This is the experience of a lifetime
Maggie our guide and expert was so knowledgeable about the dolphins in the bay. This was an unforgettable experience. You can’t predict if dolphins will be there or will want to play that day. They are wild and have big personalities. Maggie worked so hard to make this experience happen, we got in the water a few times and the dolphins weren’t interested. Then when all hope was lost a male dolphin came to us and we got in with him. Being in the water with dolphins was a lifelong dream so this was incredible. If you want to experience wild dolphins this is the place to do it. Maggie knows what she is doing. Our boat operator Martin was also excellent and always got us so close to the dolphins to make the interaction possible. Thank you both for a magical trip.
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Botanical Garden hike is worth it
New York City
Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens Hiking Tour
HeatherG2372, Jul 2026
Botanical Garden hike is worth it
The Botanical Garden was absolutely beautiful! Edgar our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly! The hike next to the river was gorgeous and we got to stop and swim along the way. The hike is 1.5 miles and moderately difficult with steep inclines and slippery sections so bring good shoes for hiking. I would also recommend bring good bug spray because of the mosquitos. You also get to hang out at the animal sanctuary and eat at the delicious restaurant along the river.
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