1.Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,515 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $117Our pick

6-hour yacht cruise from Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa waterfalls with snorkeling, kayaks, an all-inclusive open bar, and fajita lunch.

“Our second time on this tour. Took my mother in law this time as she hadn't been to Yelapa before. Staff is very attentive and keep the food and drinks going non stop from start to finish. Super friendly staff. Quality of food and drinks are perfect for this style of excursion. Beautiful views with whale sightings when in season. Snorkeling an chilling with views of the rainforest are fun. Always meeting fun people on the boat. Yelapa although a small little town just fun to see and the waterfall for pictures or another quick dip. Highly recommend. Lastly, it doesnt take all day. Leave early and typically make it…”

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2.Boat and Snorkel Tour to 5 Islands of Los Arcos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,176 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Small-group boat and snorkel tour to Los Arcos from Puerto Vallarta, with five islands, sea caves, bird sanctuaries, and a Mismaloya beach stop.

“It was a great experience. Guide Andres was very welcoming and a wonderful tour guide. I would recommend.”

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3.Marietas Islands Snorkel Tour & Hidden Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 981 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $99

Snorkel Marietas Islands from Puerto Vallarta, spot dolphins and turtles, then swim the tunnel to Hidden Beach on a small group tour.

“Very good experience, seen al lot eg turtles and dolfins, very friendly guidiance, spoke perfect english, of cause spanish as well, and the Island was very beautiful!”

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4.Luxury Yacht & Snorkel with All inclusive Open bar and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 754 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $119

Puerto Vallarta yacht to Majahuitas for snorkel and paddleboard, with unlimited open bar, lunch, and up to 40 guests.

“A nice, enjoyable experience. Great crew, helpful and attentive service. The snorkeling experience was enjoyable even if a bit short. One thing that was disappointing was that the food was not quite as advertised. That needs to be updated to provide an accurate description of what is provided. You cannot label a tour as "luxury" with an average sandwich for a meal. The number of guests is ideal as it does not feel crowded at all. Thanks to Diego Chihuahua for his guide services during the snorkeling activity. Be aware that the banana boat ride can get quite rough thanks to the boat driver. You have to be careful with…”

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5.Full-Day Trail to 6 hidden Beaches, Colomitos & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 527 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $38

Hike from Boca de Tomatlán to Colomitos and other hidden beaches, with snorkel gear included and a boat return from Puerto Vallarta.

“The Tour began with us all taking a forty minute plus, Public bus to the starting Point A of the walking Hike. Our guide Diego was very knowledgeable and helpful when providing advice on how to traverse some of the difficult climbing challenges throughout the Hike; although, the Hike along the coast should be the focus when describing the Tour. More time could have been spent staying at the beaches, but may have been influenced by our large group of twelve. During our tour, there was little time to issue out the equipment to our group; none of us had the opportunity to go snorkeling. I had brought a pair…”

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6.Full Day Hike to 6 Hidden Beaches & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 403 reviews · 6 hours · from $37Best value

Hike through Puerto Vallarta’s jungle to six quiet beaches, swim and snorkel when conditions allow, and end with lunch and a bay view on the return boat.

“Incredible views, impeccable vibes, and super friendly tour guide with plenty of local knowledge on just about everything muchisimas gracias juan! If you get a chance to go with him youll have an awesome time!”

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7.Los Arcos Islands Boat Tour and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 317 reviews · 3 hours · from $47

Snorkel Los Arcos National Marine Park from Puerto Vallarta with a guided boat ride, bird caves, and an easy 3-hour round trip.

“Bruno was excellent. Highly recommend. The 3 hour tour was perfect as it does take up your whole day and you can go in the afternoon.”

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8.Los Arcos 5 islands Snorkeling Cliff Jumping and Hidden Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 295 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $49

Cliff jump options, Los Arcos snorkeling with caves and arches, and a boat-only hidden beach stop from Mismaloya. Includes gear, drinks.

“The tour operators were great. It’s more that the experience itself is just okay. Murky waters with limited fish sightings. LOTS of other boats / tour groups around. The drive there was about 30 mins - so expect 1hr out of the tour to be travel, and another 30-40 mins for organizing people to get to/from the boats. The secret beach is pretty but boring. If you’re looking for crystal clear waters and lots of fish, this isn’t it. But it’s still a fun outing.”

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9.Marietas Islands snorkeling & Hidden beach (w/ restrictions)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 183 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Small-group snorkeling from Puerto Vallarta with a biologist guide, plus the chance to swim to Hidden Beach in Islas Marietas.

“Excellent snorkeling and cave exploration via boat. Crew helpful and full of knowledge. Lots of whales”

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10.Half-Day Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 163 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Half-day snorkeling near Puerto Vallarta at Los Arcos de Mismaloya, with fruit and ceviche lunch, open bar, and guided arch viewing.

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11.Wild Dolphin Encounter & Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 147 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Small-group dolphin spotting cruise plus snorkeling at Los Arcos de Mismaloya, guided by biologists with lunch and snorkeling gear included.

“Cynthia and Martin were very helpful and good with every one on the boat. We saw many Dolphins and whales. Both were very safety conscious. We had a young boy terrified of getting in the water. They were so good with him. Truly a good team.”

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12.Puerto Vallarta snorkel tour at Los Arcos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $79

Small-group snorkeling at Los Arcos National Marine Park from Marina Vallarta, with gear, permits, snacks, and dolphin spotting built in.

“Our guide and captain were awesome! We ended up being a private tour and I could tell compared to other groups at the snorkeling site, our guide gave us spacial tour. We swam through the arch and saw so many fish and rays .”

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13.Full-Day Private Sailing Cruise Puerto Vallarta with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $985

Private 6-hour sailing cruise from Marina Vallarta, snorkel gear included, Los Arcos scenery, guacamole snacks, and wildlife spotting possible.

“The captain and crew were attentive to all of our needs the moment we stepped abored the sailboat! Extremely welcoming throughout our trip..our whole family felt it was THE BEST EXPERIENCE..absolutely incredible time!”

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14.Paddleboard and Snorkeling Experience in Los Arcos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Paddle to Los Arcos caves, then snorkel Mismaloya Marine Park for turtles, manta rays, and lots of fish in a small group.

“Felix was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the trip even more fun with his great sense of humor. I highly recommend this excursion. We saw 5 whales while paddling, lots of dutiful fish snorkeling.”

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15.Yelapa and Majahuitas Snorkeling Cruise in Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 89 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $87

8-hour catamaran to Yelapa and Majahuitas with breakfast, open bar, snorkeling gear, kayaks, and a waterfall walk from Puerto Vallarta.

“Jorge the tour guide was lovely and made the boat trip very fun. We enjoyed the trip up to the waterfall and Yelapa’s beach is gorgeous. Definitely take meds if you need to. The waves weren’t bad but it’s a full day on the water and you don’t want to feel nauseous all day. This trip was well worth the price and I would do it again the next time we visit PV.”

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