Puerto Vallarta

15 Best Puerto Vallarta Hiking Tours

The guided hikes: the coastal trail to Colomitos cove stringing together jungle, fishing villages and beaches with no road access. Water shoes earn their keep on this one.

1.Full-Day Trail to 6 hidden Beaches, Colomitos and Snorkel

Discover Puerto Vallarta’s hidden beaches with a guided full-day hike, snorkeling, and authentic local scenery—perfect for adventurous travelers.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Best way to get a real experience of a new place is to be with a local. Diego has been amazing all through the day. He took us to places we would have never reached on our own, no matter how meticulously we google search.…”

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2.Puerto Vallarta: Full Day Hike to 6 Hidden Beaches & Snorkel

Discover Puerto Vallarta’s hidden beaches on a guided full-day hike, including snorkeling, stunning views, and local food for an authentic experience.

★ 4.8

“The hike was beautiful and the beaches were amazing. The only problem was we came from the cruise ship and the hike exceeded the expected time so we had to leave the last spot early and go back on our own. It was okay though…”

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3.4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

Experience a 4-hour jungle hike near Puerto Vallarta, swim in waterfalls, and enjoy personal guides, stunning views, and authentic nature encounters.

★ 5.0

“Amazing experience with David, he was very friendly and knowledgeable. The walk was serene and the waterfall swim was magical”

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4.Puerto Vallarta: 4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

Discover Puerto Vallarta's lush jungle, waterfalls, and caves on a 4-hour guided hike, with river swimming and stunning mountain views—great value and authentic fun.

★ 4.8

“Very enjoyable. A nice escape from the city. Beautiful clear water for swimming at the waterfall. Not all of the falls were accessible, but what we saw was worth the hike. I have taken a tour with Juan before. He is an excellent guide— very…”

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5.Hiking Jorullo Point

Discover the lush Sierra Madre on this guided hike from Puerto Vallarta, with stunning views, wildlife, orchids, and river swimming—all for $100.

“Our tour with Jar was amazing! He is so knowledgeable about the area and was able to explain and show us a lot of plants and wildlife. I will say the hike is not for the faint of heart! It was great exercise, but if…”

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6.Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens Hiking Tour

Experience Puerto Vallarta’s natural beauty on a 6-hour hiking tour through lush gardens, river trails, and wildlife sanctuary, plus tequila tasting.

★ 5.0

“Very Professional and Accommodating tour service. At the very last minute, I booked an excursion to a hiking tour at the Botanical Gardens and really enjoyed it. I was confused by the logistics (but that was all on me because I am not familiar with…”

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7.Six Hidden Beaches Hike

Discover the rugged beauty of Puerto Vallarta on this guided six beaches hike, combining local transport, jungle trails, and stunning coastal scenery for an authentic adventure.

★ 5.0

“Great hike and lovely beaches. Wear appropriate shoes. The final beach where everyone ate at was expensive—definitely tourist prices! Most beaches had snacks and drinks to purchase (bring cash). Our guide was great. Very helpful and full of information.”

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8.Palo María Waterfalls Hike Half-Day Tour

Discover the stunning Palo María Waterfalls on a guided half-day hike from Puerto Vallarta, blending nature, adventure, and expert insights for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Great time, great guide, beautiful sights. I would highly recommend the adventure! It was the highlight of our trip!”

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9.Coastal and Jungle Hiking Tour along 6 Beaches of Puerto Vallarta

Explore Puerto Vallarta’s stunning beaches and jungle trails on a guided 6-beaches hike. Challenging, scenic, and full of wildlife—perfect for active explorers.

“Lots of elevation gain, and a long day, but it was absolutely incredible. We went in December and it was very hot - be mindful of the heat. Our tour guide, Jerry, was very personable and easy to get along with. His English was flawless.…”

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10.Puerto Vallarta Waterfall Hike

Discover Puerto Vallarta’s lush jungle with a guided waterfall hike, swimming, and scenic nature views—all for $36.75. Ideal for adventure lovers!

★ 4.5

“It was worth the hike, the water was refreshing after the walk. The food and the drinks were grate. Our guid was patient and informative. Thank you.”

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13.Mismaloya Waterfalls and Mountain Hike. Full-Day tour

Explore Puerto Vallarta's natural beauty with this full-day Mismaloya Waterfalls and mountain hike tour. Discover waterfalls, wildlife, and stunning vistas with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“This was so much fun, we had the time of our life. Curiel is such a great person, very knowledgeable, we learned so much about nature, birds, insects, animals. We felt extremely safe from start to finish. My personal recommendation is to wear hiking shoes,…”

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14.El Nogalito Mountain River- Hiking Tour

Discover the lush landscapes of Puerto Vallarta on this 5-hour mountain river hike, exploring waterfalls, flora, fauna, and natural swimming spots with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Curiel is an amazing guide. His knowledge of the area, flora, and fauna really enhanced the experience. He also took amazing pictures of us throughout the hike. We’ll definitely book some of his other tours when we’re back in Puerto Vallarta.”

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More Puerto Vallarta Hiking Tours

5.0Private trip: snorkeling at Los Arcos & Colomitos beach4 hours (approx.)$630.00 5.0Hiking to Secret Hot Springs in the Mountain5 hours (approx.)$68.60 5.0Puerto Vallarta: Snorkel in Colomitos Beaches & Canopy Tour6 hours$43 5.0Remote Hidden Beaches Hike of South Shore (Puerto Vallarta)6 to 8 hours (approx.)$49.50 5.0Jungle hike to palo maria Waterfalls4 hours (approx.)$40.00 4.0Hiking Adventure: River Trails & Waterfall Wonders4 hours (approx.)$77.00 5.0Coastal Adventure in Quimixto : Hiking and Cooking Workshop6 hours (approx.)$107.17 4.8Puerto Vallarta: Coastal Hiking along Magical Beaches6 hours$37 3.5All-inclusive Colomitos cruise and Animas beach snorkeling$78.00 3.5Hiking through the mountains of Puerto Vallarta and glass viewpoint$100.00 5.0Private 4 hour Hiking Adventure + Breakfast in Nogalito Ecopark4 hours (approx.)$61.28 5.0Discover Polvorin waterfalls Full Day Guided Hiking Tour4 to 5 hours (approx.)$50.00 5.0Sierra Madre Hike & Rancho Experience5 hours (approx.)$95.75 5.0Puerto Vallarta: Hiking Tour to Glass ViewPoint Jorullo5 hours$159 2.6Puerto Vallarta: Quimixto Waterfall Hike and Boat Tour7 hours$43 1.6Puerto Vallarta River Hiking Tour4 hours$75 5.0Mismaloya Waterfalls Jungle Hike Full Day Adventure8 hours (approx.)$119.63 5.0Puerto Vallarta: Hiking to Secret Mountain Hot Springs5 hours$70 4.5Puerto Vallarta: Hiking Trail, 6 Hidden Beaches & Zipline.$35 5.0Hiking from Boca de Tomatlan to Playa Las Ánimas6 hours (approx.)$55.00 5.0Whale watching with Snorkeling and beach Colomitos4 hours 15 minutes (approx.)$57.00 5.0Puerto Vallarta Coastal Hiking on Magic Beaches6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$38.90 5.0Jungle Hiking Adventure and Waterfall Swim. Nogalito Ecopark4 hours (approx.)$49.00 5.0Puerto Vallarta: jungle and coastline hike along 6 beaches4 hours$70