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

“Overall good experience. Crew was great, service was great. They kept the food and drinks coming. We saw dolphins and whales. The only negative was there was not a lot of time for snorkeling and swimming.”

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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

“An incredible snorkeling experience from start to finish. Diego was an outstanding guide-knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely passionate about what he does. We even saw whales on the way to the islands, which was unforgettable. The snorkeling was truly out of this world, and I felt…”

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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

“Very good experience, seen al lot eg turtles and dolfins, very friendly guidiance, spoke perfect english, of cause spanish as well, and the Island was very beautiful!”

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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 traveled with a group of 14 for a bachelorette party and had so much fun! The staff was so great, they food they gave was really great too. We started out with fruit, guacamole, and then an amazing sandwich, and dessert. The drinks were…”

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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

“Great trip! We took a public bus to start the trail and a boat back after the hike. Nice hike, we were treated to beautiful cliffside views. We really only had enough time to swim at the first beach. Our guide had snorkel equipment 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

“Our family of five really enjoyed this hike. It was such a fun day, our favorite so far. We had a great group of people, the hike is good exercise but not too challenging, the beaches are beautiful, and our guide (David) was excellent.”

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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

“Such a great and easy little snorkeling trip! Our guides, Bruno and Charlie were awesome! We saw a ton of fishes and the tour of the islands was very interesting, but our best experience was this: My husband and I decided to take an Uber…”

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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.

“Max was a fabulous host. Cliff jumping was a great start to the day. Just the right amount of snorkeling for the size of the reef. Great day!”

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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 snorkeling for sure!! Margarita was such a great guide as she is a zoologist. Her information on the birds and the fish we saw while snorkeling was fabulous!!”

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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

“What an exceptional experience! We had such an amazing morning with Michael and Raphael. We swam with dolphins multiple times, cruising to where the pod was moving and playing. Such an incredible up close and personal, yet very respectful experience enjoying the dolphins in their…”

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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

“Ricardo, Luis, and Felix were terrific hosts during our entire six hour tour. Their service was impeccable—we never wanted for anything—and they expertly guided us through snorkeling and paddle boarding while we learned about the local sealife and Puerto Vallarta. It was the perfect day.”

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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.

“Felix picked us up right on time at the google maps location. After a quick drive we unloaded the boards and got in the water! Felix made sure everyone felt comfortable using the paddle board and knew the best spots to stop along the way.…”

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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