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

“Awesome experience! Exactly what we wanted. We went on the hike in the jungle and there was plenty of inclines, a lot of rocks, animals and views of the beach. We also got to see a little bit of the locals and small towns. We…”

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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

“When we arrive at the meeting spot. We thought we had been scammed. But eventually we met the guide . We boarded a bus ,which took us up into the mountains. We took a very public trail to a waterfall. All in all it was…”

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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

“Amazing, Juan was an excellent tour guide, showed us to a place I'd have never found myself. It was hard work so a good level of fitness required. The fresh water swimming was worth it all.”

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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.

“The restaurant after your activities is really good, so don't eat much for breakfast. The hike, which hardly anybody does, was really great; it is not for everyone. It was a bit over an hour and had some very steep uphills. It is winter but…”

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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

“Beautiful gardens and nice hike. Relaxing for the more experienced hikers, a little harder for the novices. Overall a doable hike. Bengy was a great guide.”

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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

“The hike was beautiful and we got to see beaches we never would have! Our guides, Carlos and Issac, were wonderful. Very attentive, informative, professional and fun! We highly recommend this tour, it was our favorite event of the trip!”

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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

“We were in such good capable hands with Curiel. I am not experienced with such technical hikes but felt completely at ease with Curiel’s guidance. We loved this tour so much and highly recommend.”

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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.

“This tour was hands down our favorite day during our entire Puerto Vallarta vacation. Our group consisted of two adults and three adult children, and every single one of us had an incredible time. The guides were exceptional - professional, knowledgeable, and engaging throughout the…”

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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

“Our guide, Isaac- was so nice and fun. The hike was great, pretty accessible to most body types, the suspension bridge was wild!”

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11.Boat Excursion and Hiking Walk in Quimixto

Discover the natural beauty of Quimixto on this full-day boat and hiking tour from Puerto Vallarta, featuring waterfalls, local cuisine, and expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Isaac is a fantastic guide! Knowledgeable, funny and respectful of the locals and the natural environment we get to experience. The hike is easy with a few climbs on a partially paved trail and takes about 40 minutes. Waterfall area is beautiful and fun. For…”

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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