14 Snorkeling Trips in Puerto Vallarta to Build a Day Around

1.Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,515 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $117Our pick

Review of Puerto Vallarta’s all-inclusive Yelapa yacht cruise, with snorkeling, waterfall hike, meals, open bar, kayaks, and practical tips.

“Chica Locca, the operator, delivered a great experience; DJ David was very playful and made the time on the boat fly by. Crew was the absolute definition of attentive. For example, one passenger tracked a bunch of sand onto the deck of the boat. When that passenger realized his mistake, he went to shake his shoes off over the side of the boat. As soon as he stood up, a member of the crew was there to mop up the mess. Literally right away. None of the crew was ever still, either cleaning the boat surfaces or serving passengers. The only down side is that I never got the massage…”

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2.Boat and Snorkel Tour to 5 Islands of Los Arcos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,176 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Review of Puerto Vallarta’s 5-island Los Arcos boat and snorkel tour, with bus logistics, marine life, costs, safety, and practical tips.

“Great conditions, well organized, guide very attentive. Saw many different kinds of fish. Always felt safe.”

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3.Marietas Islands Snorkel Tour & Hidden Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 981 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $99

Review of Puerto Vallarta’s Marietas Islands snorkel tour, Hidden Beach access, wildlife, costs, swimming demands, and practical tips.

“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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 754 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $119

Review of Puerto Vallarta’s luxury yacht and snorkel cruise, with Majahuitas, lunch, open bar, costs, activities, and practical tips.

“It's lovely. Wonderful staff, great snorkeling. I saw a lot of wonderful fish and there was a terrific photographer on board.”

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5.Full-Day Trail to 6 hidden Beaches, Colomitos & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 527 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $38

Hike jungle trails to six coastal beaches near Puerto Vallarta, swim at Colomitos, snorkel when seas allow, and return by boat for $38.

“I had a phenomenal time on this beach hiking tour — the views of the crystalline coastline were absolutely breathtaking. Diego was the best tour guide we could have asked for. His deep knowledge of the local wildlife, flora, and fauna gave us such meaningful insight into the ecosystem. He was also incredibly patient, flexible, and just an overall genuine, easy-to-talk-to person. I strongly recommend taking this tour at the beginning of your vacation, because it helps you learn where to explore on your own in the following days. I definitely discovered some hidden gems that I’ll be returning to later in my trip. Highly recommended!”

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6.Full Day Hike to 6 Hidden Beaches & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 403 reviews · 6 hours · from $37Best value

Hike Puerto Vallarta’s jungle coast to six secluded beaches, swim and snorkel, ride local transport, and finish with seafood at Playa Las Animas.

“The hike was beautiful and the beaches were amazing. The only problem was we came from the cruise ship and the hike exceeded the expected time so we had to leave the last spot early and go back on our own. It was okay though because Alex our guide made sure we got onto the water taxi and provided the bus fare for us. He was a very caring and enthusiastic guide.”

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7.Los Arcos Islands Boat Tour and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 317 reviews · 3 hours · from $47

Review of Puerto Vallarta’s Los Arcos boat and snorkeling tour, with practical details on buses, guides, marine life, value, and what to expect.

“The trip was so much fun! We had lovely weather and calm waters and were able to see so many fish. Andreas our guide was awesome, informative and fun. Our boat driver Charlie was great too! We would love to tour with them again!”

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8.Los Arcos 5 islands Snorkeling Cliff Jumping and Hidden Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 295 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $49

Review of Puerto Vallarta’s Los Arcos boat tour with snorkeling, cliff jumping, a beach stop, costs, logistics, safety, and practical tips.

“The all around experience was great! The snorkeling was awesome and you get close to the Arcos to see so many! The cliff jumping is cool, although if you’re not confident in scaling the rocks I would pass! The hidden beach was also very nice. I was able to find some sea glass! All around it was a great experience and Alfonso was very attentive, knowledgeable, and let us safe!”

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9.Marietas Islands snorkeling & Hidden beach (w/ restrictions)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 183 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Review of Puerto Vallarta’s Marietas Islands snorkeling tour, including Hidden Beach rules, swimming demands, wildlife, guides, fees, and value.

“We had a great time, our tour guide Cynthia was very sweet and knew a lot about the wildlife. The boat ride was nice and calm and the scenery was absolutely breathtaking. Lunch was included and very tasty as well.”

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10.Half-Day Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 163 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Review of Puerto Vallarta’s half-day Los Arcos snorkeling tour, with boat views, marine life, lunch, drinks, logistics, and booking advice.

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11.Wild Dolphin Encounter & Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 147 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Swim near wild dolphins, snorkel at Los Arcos, and learn from a biologist on this small-group Puerto Vallarta boat tour.

“Margarita was so informative, which made the experience so much more interesting Margarita and the captain were kind and generous while assisting the children and handicapped”

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12.Puerto Vallarta snorkel tour at Los Arcos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $79

Review of Puerto Vallarta’s Los Arcos snorkel tour, with boat details, wildlife, costs, timing, safety tips, and who should book.

“Got moved from the Los Arcos tour to the marietas island tour due to lack of minimum met. The trip was fabulous and Carlos / Emilio made it a great fun trip.”

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13.Full-Day Private Sailing Cruise Puerto Vallarta with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $985

Review of Puerto Vallarta’s private sailing cruise, with Los Arcos snorkeling, guacamole, whale watching, boat details, costs, and practical tips.

“What a wonderful day on the water in a beautiful sailboat. Our captain Chuy knew exactly where to take us and his first mate made sure we always had food and drinks. Would definitely recommend!”

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14.Paddleboard and Snorkeling Experience in Los Arcos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Paddle Los Arcos from Mismaloya, explore sea caves, snorkel with fish, and enjoy a small-group Puerto Vallarta 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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