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

“My family and I had an amazing time with the Chica Locca Tours crew during the Yelepa waterfalls and snorkelling adventure. The food was excellent and their staff were courteous, attentive and helpful. We got great value for money and strongly recommend them”

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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

“Great adventure! First of all, it's a nice ride through the Bay of Banderas, which alone would have been great. The views were amazing, going over the waves in a speed boat was fun, and more importantly - we got to have multiple sighting of…”

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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

“The boat was nice, not luxurious, but nice. The size of the group was large— there was room for all of us, but it was definitely cozy with minimal space between people. There was no where to put bags/belongings. Previous experiences t”

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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

“Wear good shoes with tractions. There is a lot of climbing. Bring water and a hand towel to dry your feet off if you get in the water. Wear a small pack to keep your hands free. We had a great time and our guide…”

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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

“I really enjoyed this activity, it was a decent hike and I will be sleeping well tonight. The beaches were fun and beautiful as well. Overall a great trip and I highly recommend if you enjoy adventure. Much thanks to Diego. He is an very…”

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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.

“Our guide Alex was amazing. Very knowledgeable and extremely friendly. He kept the tour interesting while giving us lots of information. His impressions of the blue footed boobies were amazing. Thanks Alex. The bioluminescent waters were amazing. Swimming is a must! Use the masks to…”

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8.Puerto Vallarta: Los Arcos Islands Boat Tour and Snorkeling

Explore Los Arcos Islands from Puerto Vallarta with this 3-hour guided boat tour featuring snorkeling, caves, wildlife, and stunning scenery for just $47.

★ 4.7

“Definitely worth the trip. They keep it small so you get a “private experience” without the price. You get to know others and the habitat and wildlife is stupendous. You won’t be sorry.”

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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 guide kept in contact with a couple texts leading up to the excursion. We were picked up in Zona Romantica on time for a beautiful drive to Boca de Tomatlan (20 minutes). We met our guide Arnold who took us to the boat…”

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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

“I would absolutely recommend this trip to anyone looking for a great experience in PV. The staff was incredible and made the whole experience even better for us.”

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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

“Maggie was an incredible guide who taught us so much. The dolphins were more interested in the whales than us but we still got to see a bunch and even got to get in the water and hear the humpbacks “songs”. The snorkeling was amazing…”

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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

“Knowledgeable and very friendly staff, took great care of us! The captain and two team members ensured we had a great day.”

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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

“Angel and Alberto were considerate, thoughtful and professional during the entire journey. They incorporated our ideas for what to do and where to go. The coastline south of PV is incredibly beautiful, and it was a delight to experience it under their guidance. And of…”

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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