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

“Very professional. All of personal needs looked after. Friendly staff. Food excellent service #1. I have to say the best prepared food we have had on all the tours we have been on”

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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

“Diego was a very patient tour guide and made sure we're safe. We also had the option to stay at the beach and go back on our own(bus ticket included so we can get back ourselves)”

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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

“We loved this amazing experience. The snorkeling exceeded expectations and the hidden beach was such a special experience. Plus our tour guide was so engaging and informative. Highly recommended!”

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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

“While this was a good experience, I think "luxury" might be overselling it slightly. It's definitely preferable to some of the other tours, where they pack ~100 people onto a boat - by comparison, 40 people on a somewhat smaller boat does feel more exclusive.…”

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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

“We loved this hike. The ocean was rough and the tide was high the day we went so the beaches were just beautiful rest spots. The hike was just challenging enough. Good shoes are definitely recommended and its certainly not flat walking. Our guide, Juan,…”

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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.

“Let me start by saying that our tour guide Alex was exceptional! He was very knowledgeable about so many historical facts about Puerto Vallarta and he had a great sense of humor! The weather was exceptional! If you’re in town, take this tour and make…”

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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.

“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…”

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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

“i didnt know what to expect for this trip. But it was probably one of the best experiences i have had. The boat ride was nice. The water was pretty. The hidden beach was amazing, it was about 20 minutes to stay but it is…”

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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

“The crew was incredible. The food and drinks were great. Boat was spacious and clean. Tour was beautiful. 6 yr olds loved it”

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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

“Out of all the things I did in Puerto Vallarta, this opportunity to swim with actual wild dolphins was hands down the most incredible. I was very skeptical at first, because I thought, what are the chances that we'd actually find them, let along get…”

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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

“Amazing time, we were greeting by the nicest crew we could have asked for. We were served freshly cut fruit, and went to a beautiful location where we were able to paddle board and snorkle. Then, took off for an amazing sailing adventure with fresh…”

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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.

“First time paddle boarding it was a great learning experience. Felix was very helpful and very, very patient.. that’s a snorkel see some fish a sea turtle. It was fun..”

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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