Puerto Vallarta

15 Best Puerto Vallarta Whale Watching

The whale sailings: Banderas Bay as a humpback nursery from December to March, mothers and calves working the calm water. Boats with hydrophones let you hear the males singing below.

1.Whale and Dolphin Watching with a Biologist in Puerto Vallarta

Experience Puerto Vallarta's marine life up close with a knowledgeable biologist. Spot whales, dolphins, and turtles on a small-group tour that supports conservation.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“The his was the best whale watching trio I have ever been on. Jemma and our captain were a great team!. We saw whales within 15 minutes and she was able to explain everything to us. We saw a baby whale lounging and dolphins playing…”

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2.Sunsets and Whales Mega Yachts ALL INCLUSIVE: Puerto Vallarta

Experience an all-inclusive sunset whale-watch cruise in Puerto Vallarta on a mega yacht with drinks, snacks, live music, and stunning marine sights.

★ 5.0

“Beautiful evening and great hosts! We saw so many whales and the hosts made sure we had drinks, food as needed. Boat was very clean. Highly recommend!”

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3.Whale Encounter Puerto Vallarta

Experience close-up whale watching with expert guides off Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy hearing whale songs, participate in conservation, and see stunning marine life.

★ 5.0

“Top 5 excursions we've been on. Found lots of whales and was very informative on the whales and marine life”

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4.Whale Watching Cruise In Puerto Vallarta & Nuevo Vallarta

Experience Puerto Vallarta’s humpback whales on a four-hour catamaran cruise with delicious food, open bar, and expert guides—perfect for nature lovers.

★ 5.0

“Great trip to see the whales. Lots of wonderful food for breakfast and lunch as well as plenty of all kids of beverages. The crew was very attentive and the captain was extremely knowledgeable about the types of whales and their habits in Banderas Bay.…”

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5.Small-Group Half-Day Whale-Watching Tour in Puerto Vallarta

Experience Puerto Vallarta’s whale migration with a small-group tour featuring expert guides, scenic Banderas Bay views, on-board lunch, and respectful wildlife viewing.

★ 5.0

“This trip is an absolute must when visiting puerto Vallarta. The whale story is told with a passion and with extensive knowledge. Totally respects the whales in their natural environment. Our group was small and nothing was rushed. Lunch was as great too. Sorry I…”

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6.Ultimate Whale Watching Experience All-Inclusive

Discover Puerto Vallarta's top all-inclusive boat tour to the Marietas Islands, featuring whale watching, water sports, delicious food, and lively crew.

★ 5.0

“The staff were friendly, the music was good, the drinks were great and kept flowing and we saw quite a few whales on the tour.. We all had a good time.”

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8.Whale Watching Experience

Experience Puerto Vallarta’s breathtaking humpback whales on a 3-hour speedboat tour, guided by marine experts, with close encounters and stunning views.

★ 4.5

“Our guide Enrique and Capt. Chava were excellent. Not only did we get to see whales but we got to HEAR them communicate underwater! An unforgettable experience. I would absolutely recommend and will definitely return in the future.”

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9.Whale Watching Adventure – leaded by marine biologist.

Experience Puerto Vallarta's humpback whales up close on a 3.5-hour eco-tour led by marine biologists, combining education, wildlife viewing, and eco-conscious fun.

★ 5.0

“Cynthia was amazing, so knowledgeable and super kind. We were pretty lucky to see a good amount of whales and a few got pretty close. We saw 17 whales and 3 sea turtles. There was even a baby with two other whales who got really…”

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10.Whale Watching Guaranteed Experience in Puerto Vallarta

Experience Puerto Vallarta's whale migration with a 3-hour high-speed boat tour, expert guides, and chances to see humpbacks in their natural habitat.

★ 5.0

“Outstanding tour! This is our 5th whale watching experience and by far the best one in PV. The skipper was very adept in finding whales. We saw a pod of 3 and a couple of moms and calves and were able to follow them for…”

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11.Private Whale Watching Tour in Puerto Vallarta

Experience an intimate, expertly guided whale watching tour in Puerto Vallarta, with personalized attention, marine wildlife insights, and stunning bay views.

★ 5.0

“We had an epic time on our Private Whale Boat, it was simply amazing! The guide was very informative and the boat captain was great as well. We had it all… breaching whales, close encounters as the whales and dolphins actually interacted with the boat.…”

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12.Puerto Vallarta: Mega Yacht Whale Watching Sunset Cruise

Experience whale watching and sunset views from Puerto Vallarta aboard a luxury mega yacht with open bar, fresh snacks, and expert guides.

★ 4.7

“We saw a lot of whales jumping! It was amazing. The seats were very comfortable The chips and guacamole were delicious. The service was excellent. I loved that there was an open bar with various drink options. The only thing I would improve would be…”

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14.Private Whale watching Puerto Vallarta

Enjoy a personalized 3-hour whale-watching tour in Puerto Vallarta with eco-conscious guides, wildlife sightings, and stunning bay views—perfect for nature lovers.

★ 5.0

“Carlos was so great at explaining the whales and finding them for us, and hector was a perfect captain! For being the end of whale season, we had plenty of wildlife to see (we are guessing about 20 whales and tons of dolphins). This tour…”

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15.Whale Watching in Puerto Vallarta

Experience Puerto Vallarta's whale migration from a comfortable catamaran, with onboard food, drinks, and expert guides for an unforgettable adventure.

“Excellent crew, good music, good food, good educational information, well organized, and an overall pleasant 3 hours on the boat.”

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