Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

What to do in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Marieta Islands Cruise

For excellent diving and snorkeling, take a boat ride out to these islands, where you'll encounter many beautiful fish and giant mantas. Surfers also love the islands for the constant waves.

Los Arcos Cruise

Hop aboard for a breakfast cruise to this popular national marine park, the perfect place for a fun day at the beach with exciting extras like horseback riding along the surf, snorkeling, open bar upon return, and more!.

Spanish Galleon Dinner Cruise

Have a fun night with historic ambiance on a Spanish Galleon replica. There's folkloric entertainment, lots of great food, an open bar, and of course a fantastic sunset view.

City Tour

Get to know the city with a guided visit to all the main sights including Guadalupe Church, City Hall, The Malecón (Boardwalk), Rio Cuale, and many others. Tours starts with a convenient pick-up from your hotel.

Jungle Tour

Take an excursion through the jungle teeming with wildlife and exotic plants and flowers. You'll have stops at fishing villages and a beautiful beach for 2 hours of playing in the surf.

Tequila Plantation Tour

Climb aboard an air-conditioned coach for a tour through the lava fields, pyramids of Nahuatl, a tequila plantation, and much more. The trip includes breakfast, lunch, and soft drinks.

Sierra Madre Expedition

An extraordinary discovery tour through the wildlife habitats and natural wonders of Banderas Bay. The expedition includes continental breakfast, snacks on the mountain, and soft drinks.

San Blas Tour

This popular tour heads north past Nayarit's Gold Coast, for a visit to San Blas, a crocodile farm, and a 16th-century fort. The trip includes breakfast, lunch, and soft drinks.

Huichol Indian Encounter

Interact with a community of Huichol Indians, the "healers" of the ancient Aztecs. Their lifestyle has remained unchanged for over 1,000 years! Trip includes breakfast, lunch, and soft drinks.

Horseback Riding

Follow a guide through the jungle and over the mountains for a natural encounter with the landscape and wildlife. Stop along the way for hiking, swimming, and lunch.

Mexican Fiesta

Celebrate with traditional style in a colorful, jubilant atmosphere with more than 40 performers, an open bar featuring Mexican drinks, and a Mexican buffet. Olé!.

Fishing

The bay is one of the largest in the world, and great catches come in year-round. Charter a deep-sea vessel or fish like a native in a small panga boat and still reel in the big ones.

Water Sports

Water skiing, banana boating, jet skiing, wave running, windsurfing, and sail-boarding are available everywhere, with expert instructors to teach you the basics and get you equipped.

Golf and Tennis

There are various championship golf courses and lighted tennis courts sprinkled around the city and within the resorts.

Visit the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe The venerated structure of Guadelupe Cathedral features exquisite examples of Puerto Vallarta's old world artisan heritage. Examine the cathedral's handcrafted columns and moldings.

Shopping

This is a great spot to pick up jewelry, art, and clothing. Prices are reasonable as is, but you should definitely try your hand at bargaining! Remember that from 2- 4pm, many shop-owners are taking their siestas.