Category Puerto Vallarta Sunset Cruises

Puerto Vallarta · PUERTO VALLARTA SUNSET CRUISES

The 10 Best Sunset Cruises in Puerto Vallarta

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The bay faces west, which is why every boat in Vallarta turns around at six. These 10 sunset trips are the ones worth the fare: sailing yachts, dinner cruises, and the beach dinner theatre reachable only by sea, with sailing times, what is poured, and how dressy each one gets.

Rhythms of the night, Sunset Cruise, Candlelit Dinner & Alma Show

Rhythms of the night, Sunset Cruise, Candlelit Dinner & Alma Show - Candlelit buffet dinner, open bar, and the live music mix

Puerto Vallarta, Luxury Sunset Sailing

Puerto Vallarta, Luxury Sunset Sailing - Getting on board at Marina Vallarta, and the one extra cost

2.Puerto Vallarta, Luxury Sunset Sailing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 415 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

3-hour luxury sunset sail from Puerto Vallarta with open bar, wine, cheese and hors d’oeuvres, and big Bay of Banderas views.

“Beautiful tour and crew was great at entertaining us . Limited but good food; abundant drinks. Overall very good.”

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Bioluminescence & sunset local boat tour to Los Arcos Sanctuary

Bioluminescence & sunset local boat tour to Los Arcos Sanctuary - The Los Arcos sanctuary walkthrough, what the guides actually bring to the trip

3.Bioluminescence & sunset local boat tour to Los Arcos Sanctuary

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 327 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83Top rated

Cruise to Los Arcos at sunset, then swim to see bioluminescent plankton light up the bay from boat and cave.

“Crew was friendly and informative. Safety was a priority. Experience with the bioluminescence was amazing. This is a must do excursion. Water is a little choppy and no bathroom breaks for 2.5hrs so be prepared!”

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Sunset and Bioluminescence Boat Tour at Los Arcos Islands

Sunset and Bioluminescence Boat Tour at Los Arcos Islands - Stop 1, Playa Mismaloya: the quick story that gives the area meaning

4.Sunset and Bioluminescence Boat Tour at Los Arcos Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 102 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79Best value

Sunset boat cruise to Los Arcos, then night snorkeling in glowing water. Drinks, snacks, and local guides from Mismaloya.

“The Bioluminescent Tour in Puerto Vallarta is a truly magical, must-do experience. Seeing the ocean water light up with an ethereal blue glow as you move through it is breathtaking and surreal—like swimming among the stars. What made the trip exceptional was our fantastic guides. They were incredibly friendly and informative, sharing fascinating facts about the science and local environment. Our guide did a great job ensuring everyone had a pleasant experience, managing the group with patience and making sure every person felt comfortable and safe. The professionalism and passion of the guide, combined with the stunning natural phenomenon, make this a perfect 5-star adventure!”

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Puerto Vallarta: Mega Yacht Whale Watching Sunset Cruise

Puerto Vallarta: Mega Yacht Whale Watching Sunset Cruise - Cruising the Bay of Banderas, Drinks First, Whales Later

5.Mega Yacht Whale Watching Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 94 reviews · 3 hours · from $87

Puerto Vallarta sunset and whales on a mega yacht: Bay of Banderas whale spotting, premium open bar, guacamole snacks, night lights return.

“Perfect combination of a sunset cruise and viewing whales! We saw several, learned a lot from the crew and there were cocktails and guacamole too-really fun! The boat is large and nice bathrooms, I would highly recommend this tour!”

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Puerto Vallarta: Bay of Banderas Luxury Sunset Sailing Tour

Puerto Vallarta: Bay of Banderas Luxury Sunset Sailing Tour - What $99 buys you: open bar, wine, and hors doeuvres

6.Bay of Banderas Luxury Sunset Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 30 reviews · 3 hours · from $99

3-hour luxury sunset sail on the Bay of Banderas with open bar, wine, and hors d'oeuvres, a great couples option in Puerto Vallarta.

“Great crew and boat. The apps they provide is enough to be a whole meal (charcuterie and fruit). We had an excellent time overall. Recommend.”

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Tequila and Tacos Sunset Bike Tour

Tequila and Tacos Sunset Bike Tour - Timing, Meeting Point, and How the 3.5 Hours Really Feel

7.Tequila and Tacos Sunset Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Sunset bike through Puerto Vallarta for tacos and agave drinks, with classic spots, a brewery stop, and special mezcal and raicilla tastings.

“We had a FANTASTIC experience with Homer. He was very knowledgeable, showed us spots in town we had not seen before, the food was great, and he was super conscious of safety in riding the bikes through downtown PV. A 5-star experience -- we felt like true VIPs since we were the only ones on the tour that day. Highly recommend! This is the second tour we've taken with this company and have been really pleased.”

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Puerto Vallarta: Private Luxury Yacht Sunset Cruise with Open Bar

Puerto Vallarta: Private Luxury Yacht Sunset Cruise with Open Bar - The 3-hour route, from Los Arcos to the Malecon lights

Private Sunset Sailing Cruise in Puerto Vallarta

Private Sunset Sailing Cruise in Puerto Vallarta - The main event, sailing views of Sierra Madre and downtown Puerto Vallarta

9.Private Sunset Sailing Cruise in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $925

Private sunset sail from Marina Vallarta with Sierra Madre and downtown Puerto Vallarta views, drinks, snacks, restroom onboard, small group.

“Really great tour and crew. The sunset was amazing and the snacks and drinks were delicious! They were also very attentive when one of my family members got sick.”

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Puerto Vallarta: Gay Luxury Sunset Cruise with Premium Open Bar

Puerto Vallarta: Gay Luxury Sunset Cruise with Premium Open Bar - Where you meet in Marina Vallarta, and how that sets your tone

10.Gay Luxury Sunset Cruise with Premium Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $139

Puerto Vallarta gay luxury sunset cruise on the 48-foot Escándalo, with a premium open bar, fresh hors d’oeuvres, and Bay of Banderas views.

“This was a fantastic sunset cruise and the highlight of our vacation. We've been on many other day cruises and this was by far the best. The owner, captain, and crew were outstanding and extremely attentive. The drinks and hors d’oeuvres were delicious. We saw several whale breaches and a big variety of birds. The sunset was beautiful. The tour guide was very experienced and knowledgeable about everything we saw. We had a great time and learned a lot about the area and nature.”

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