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

“Excellent experience from beginning to the end. Andres and Bruno the tour guides are very nice, welcoming and vigilant for your safety. Communication was great and efficient. The boat tour and snorkeling was a lot of fun and educative. Definitely worth every penny.”

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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

“Off the bucket list - But the experience wasn’t spectacular by any means. The crew (Rodrigo, Carlos, and the captain) were exceptional! They were very tentative and informative. My wife, who does not know how to swim was particularly guided while she was snorkeling. She…”

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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

“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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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

“It was so well organized and so informative!! The beaches were great, the food was amazing, and the company was even better!! Our tour guide Alex was such a cool dude!!”

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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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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

“We loved this activity! The guides were fantastic and the experience of seeing/snorkeling in Los Arcos was absolutely a highlight of our trip. We enjoyed the scenic (and authentic!) local bus ride to the Playa Mismaloya. We especially want to thank Armando for being so…”

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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.

“This excursion was disappointing overall. The water was very murky, and while the snorkeling itself was fun with plenty of fish, the visibility was poor and the area was crowded with multiple groups from different tour operators. The snorkeling time felt short and cramped compared…”

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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

“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

“Very relaxed atmosphere, host knows area well. Would do it again if back in the area. Great deal for the price.”

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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

“A day cruising Banderas bay by private sailboat is magical, especially if you want to avoid the crowds and like having exclusive attention, we recommend this trip1. Thank you Capt Luis and crew Angel for a really lovely day, you genuinely cared about our comfort…”

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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.

“We loved this experience. Small group, beautiful setting and such a cool experience to paddle throuch the Los Arcos caves and snorkel with lots of colourful fish.”

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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