Puerto Vallarta

15 Best Puerto Vallarta Snorkeling & Los Arcos Tours

The snorkel trips: Los Arcos’ granite arches sheltering the bay’s best fish life, minutes from the south shore beaches. Night swims in the bioluminescence season are quietly spectacular.

1.Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure

Experience a luxurious day on the water with the all-inclusive Mega Yacht tour from Puerto Vallarta, featuring snorkeling, waterfalls, and gourmet meals.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“We had a great time however not a bough time to swim and explore beach! We haven’t received our photos that were paid for to this email!!”

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

Discover the beauty of Los Arcos Islands with this small-group snorkeling tour in Puerto Vallarta, including boat rides, caves, and bird sanctuaries for around $46.

★ 4.5

“Great experience! You meet your tour guide & group in Zona Romantica, then take the public bus to Mismaloya. Then you hop on a boat with a short ride to Los Arcos. After a quick tour around the islands, it’s time to snorkel! We saw…”

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3.Marietas Islands Snorkel Tour & Hidden Beach

Discover the stunning Marieta Islands from Puerto Vallarta with this snorkel tour featuring Hidden Beach, marine wildlife, and eco-friendly conservation efforts.

★ 5.0

“Super fun! Carlos was excellent, highly recommend! We saw the hidden beach and got a good lesson on the ecology of the area.”

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

Experience a luxurious half-day snorkel and boat trip in Puerto Vallarta with all-inclusive drinks, delicious lunch, scenic stops, and wildlife spotting.

★ 4.5

“We had a ton of fun on this trip. The whole crew is incredible and very welcoming. They are extremely attentive and helpful. The open bar was super fun, the photographers make you feel like you’re the most beautiful people and they take great photos…”

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5.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.

★ 5.0

“Victor was a most excellent guide and handled all of the multiple types of people who signed up for the tour with ease and grace, especially the ones who didn't bother to read the description. I highly recommend this memorable experience to anyone prepared for…”

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6.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

“This experience was absolutely incredible! The hike struck the perfect balance between adventure, breathtaking coastal scenery, and exploring beautiful hidden beaches that felt untouched. Our guide José made the day unforgettable. He was friendly, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable about the area, always making sure everyone…”

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

Experience Puerto Vallarta's natural beauty on a 3-hour boat tour to Los Arcos Sanctuary, featuring stunning sunsets, birdwatching, and mesmerizing bioluminescence at night.

“Highly recommend! Getting to swim with the “fireflies” was an amazing experience. While you don’t have to get in the water, you will only see about 1% of the bioluminescent plankton if you don’t. Alex was a great guide, and everything was well-organized from the…”

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

Discover the beauty of Puerto Vallarta’s Los Arcos islands with snorkeling, cliff jumping, and a hidden beach. Small-group adventure for all thrill levels.

“A Great tour all around. After removing our shoes and having them stored in the Mismaloya Xtreme Tours secondary harbour office; we boarded a reversed facing boat through the breaking waves on the beach. Alfonso was our 'no nonsense' Guide and kept the group moving…”

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

Discover the beauty of Puerto Vallarta's Marietas Islands with this snorkeling tour featuring wildlife, hidden beach access, and expert guidance—all for $120.

★ 4.5

“The Trip was great we had a lot of fun Thank you To The Best Guide Maggy And Capitán Raffael Got to see the Hidden Beach And Snorkeling on island”

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11.Half-Day Snorkeling Tour

Experience Puerto Vallarta’s stunning coastline with a half-day snorkeling tour featuring marine life, water sports, delicious food, and lively guides for a memorable adventure.

★ 4.5

“Would highly recommend this trip to Los Arcos! Great opportunity to scuba, as well as swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, and some fun dives from the second level of the boat. Panda & the crew went above & beyond and were terrific with our kids. Lunch…”

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12.Wild dolphins encounter & snorkeling

Experience wild dolphins and vibrant snorkeling on a small-group Puerto Vallarta tour. Learn from naturalists, enjoy stunning scenery, and create unforgettable memories.

★ 5.0

“Love this tour. It was so amazing to swim in the wild with dolphins. Then after that they took us to a place for snorkeling, and that was also amazing. The tour guide Michael and captain Rafael were great. The group size is small so…”

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13.Puerto Vallarta snorkel tour at Los Arcos

Discover the best snorkeling around Los Arcos with this small-group Puerto Vallarta tour. Includes gear, permits, snacks, and personalized guides for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“We had a great time seeing fish and a turtle. They took us to a nice beach afterwards to warm up as well as to search for whales. We saw 4 of them playing in the water.”

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

Experience a full-day private sailing cruise in Puerto Vallarta with snorkeling, stunning views, fresh snacks, and personalized service for a memorable day on the water.

★ 5.0

“There was just two of us and everything was superb. Great food and amazing service. Definitely would do again.”

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15.Paddleboard and Snorkeling Experience in Los Arcos

Experience Puerto Vallarta’s Los Arcos on a paddleboarding and snorkeling tour. Discover marine life, caves, and scenic views for an authentic aquatic adventure.

“Amazing trip, that everyone enjoyed (13, 16, 41, 42). Added bonus was the ride out to the beach with Felix, and his knowledge/recommendations of the town.”

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More Puerto Vallarta Snorkeling & Los Arcos Tours

4.5Sunset and Bioluminescence Boat Tour at Los Arcos Islands3 hours (approx.)$79.00 4.0Yelapa and Majahuitas Snorkeling Cruise in Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive8 hours (approx.)$87.04 5.0Private Marietas Snorkeling Tour Hidden Beach Access Guaranteed4 hours (approx.)$650.00 5.0Private Los Arcos Snorkel and Beach Tour from Puerto Vallarta4 hours (approx.)$168.00 4.3Vallarta: Yelapa Waterfall & Majahuitas Snorkel Adventure7 hours$99 3.5Marietas Islands Snorkel Cruise from Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive9 hours (approx.)$87.04 3.5Los Arcos, Animas and Quimixto Snorkel Cruise in Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive8 hours (approx.)$75.93 5.0Snorkeling at Los Arcos 5 islands Hidden Beach and Cliff Jumping$44.00 4.0Puerto Vallarta: 3-Hour Whale Watching and Snorkeling3 hours$45 5.0Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos3 hours (approx.)$434.00 5.0Half Day Private Sailing Cruise Puerto Vallarta with Snorkeling4 hours (approx.)$812.50 5.0Marietas Islands Snorkeling Tour2 hours 20 minutes (approx.)$400.00 5.0Immerse yourself in paradise: Hidden Beach Snorkeling Adventure5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$54.36 4.5Small Group Snorkeling in Los Arcos, Puerto Vallarta4 hours (approx.)$85.00 5.0Yelapa Escape & Snorkeling in Puerto Vallarta by Speedboat4 hours (approx.)$109.00 5.0Whale Watching and Los Arcos 5 Islands Adventure4 to 5 hours (approx.)$79.00 5.0Combina 3 actividades snorkel , todoterreno y cascada!!4 hours (approx.)$167.29 4.2Islas Marietas: Snorkel, Kayak, Paddle, and Playa Nopalera8 hours$87 5.0Puerto Vallarta: Tropical Fish Snorkeling and Zipline Tour6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$53.73 5.0Basic Marietas Islands Tour Snorkeling Playa Nopalera and more2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$71.65 4.0Catamaran Yelapa Beach Tour with Snorkeling, Food and Open Bar7 to 8 hours (approx.)$94.45 5.0Private Boat Tour to Yelapa with Snorkeling and Waterfall Hike5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$220.00 5.0Private trip: snorkeling at Los Arcos & Colomitos beach4 hours (approx.)$630.00 4.9From Puerto Vallarta: Marieta Islands Snorkeling Trip5 hours$145