SNORKELING

Additional Tours Available From Puerto Vallarta

Spend this vacation in the pristine waters of Nuevo Vallarta. Under the protected waters of the Marietas Islands, you'll find a whole world of marine life - tropical fish, manta rays, moray eels, and if you're really lucky, maybe even dolphins! Under the water isn't the only great place to see marine life on these trips - from the boat, you're likely to see manta rays, sea turtles, dolphins, and even Humpback whales (in season)! Don't miss the underwater world of Nuevo Vallarta on our snorkeling tours!

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Marietas Islands Snorkeling

Enjoy snorkeling at the Marietas Islands Marine Preserve, relax at a beach restaurant, and observe wildlife in a small group environment for a personalized experience. 

Los Arcos Snorkeling

A quick getaway for snorkeling and sunshine, offering great photo opportunities of the Puerto Vallarta skyline, as well as snorkeling at the Los Arcos Marine Park.

Ecotours Marietas

Snorkeling Marietas IslandsLearn about the fragile and special ecosystem in the wonderful snorkeling excursion to Marietas Islands, one of the most diverse places to snorkel on earth.  

Marine Park Snorkeling

Las Marietas Snorkeling ExcursionJoin us at the most popular diving and snorkeling destination in Puerto Vallarta. Snorkel in a protected marine preserve offers several small islands offering lots of marine life. 

El Paredon Paradise Cruise

Las Marietas Snorkeling ExcursionPerfect way to experience snorkeling in Nuevo Vallarta. Enjoy delicious food, drinks, and a unique snorkeling experience.

Snorkeling and Sailing

Snorkeling Marietas IslandsA half-day getaway where you can sail and enjoy snorkeling. Enjoy our exclusive service with a snorkeling guide, open bat, and snacks.

Our Advice: Our snorkeling tours give you more snorkeling time than any other snorkeling tours in Nuevo Vallarta.  If you're looking mainly to snorkel - you've come to the right place.

Nuevo Vallarta Snorkeling FAQ's

Q: WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A "BAY CRUISE" AND A "SNORKELING TOUR"?
A: Our snorkeling tours are purely for snorkeling.  You'll snorkel at the best spots, with the most amount of time in the water.  They are on smaller boats with less people than the bay cruises, and are the best option if you really want to snorkel, and don't care so much about partying on the boat or being on the beach.  A Bay Cruise is primarily a cruise, that also allows you to go snorkeling, just not as much as these snorkeling tours, but in return they offer open bar, lunch, snacks, and even breakfast.  Depends what you're looking for.

Q: WHAT IS THE WATER TEMPERATURE IN NUEVO VALLARTA?
A: During the summer months, the water is bathtub warm, approaching 85°F.  During the winter months, it cools down significantly, and you often find temperatures dipping into the high 60s  and low 70s.

Q: WHAT IS THE VISIBILITY LIKE?
A: The best visibility is found during the summer months, when visibility can reach 100-130 feet.  During the winter months, you'll find it to be about 15-60 feet.

Q: ARE THERE FISH?
A: Yes, there are a lot of fish to be seen.  The Marietas Islands are a nationally protected marine preserve - there is a lot of sea life both above and beneath the surface.

Q: CAN I SNORKEL FROM THE BEACH?
A: Due to the nice, sandy beaches of Nuevo Vallarta, you'll have to take a boat to reach any good snorkeling spots.

Q: ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD KNOW?
A: On rare occasions, it may be necessary for your tour operator to switch snorkeling locations at the last minute due to issues with visibility, jellyfish or water conditions.  All tour operators in Nuevo Vallarta reserve this right.  It is in the interest of providing you with the best and safest snorkeling experience given the conditions of the day.

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