BAY CRUISES

Additional Tours Available From Puerto Vallarta

Nuevo Vallarta's location on Banderas Bay lends itself well to one of the most wonderful experiences to be had in Puerto Vallarta - seeing the city from the water.  It's picturesque setting, cut into the jungle-draped hillsides of the Sierra Madre, with the city skyline reflecting in the blue waters of the bay, is truly memorable.  Aside from that, these great bay cruises will take you to the best snorkeling areas and beaches Puerto Vallarta has to offer.  During whale season, you can often see whales from the boat.

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Deep Sea Fishing Charters

Nuevo Vallarta Deep Sea FishingEnjoy a great fishing adventure in Puerto Vallarta, this trip offers you plentiful trophy fish like Blue, Black, and Striped Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, and more! 

Discover Yelapa

Discover YelapaSail aboard a classic schooner on your way to the hidden paradise of Yelapa. Enjoy the open bar, snorkeling, and a tour of the village, anda visit to a waterfall.

El Paredon Paradise Cruise

El Paredon SailingOne of the best options to enjoy your day! Visit the secret beach called 'El Paredon' where you can do water activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboard, and more!

Sunset Sailing

Sunset Sailing in Puerto VallartaA truly romantic experience! Sailing by sunset as the skyline of Puerto Vallarta reflects the brilliant colors of the sky.  Enjoy our open bar and lovely music as the night drifts by.

 
EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE TOURS

30' Custom Boat

Private 30' Custom BoatSpend your day in paradise cruising aboard this private 30' custom charter. Cruise in the calm waters of Banderas Bay, visit remote beaches, snorkel, and more! 

43' Motorized Catamaran

43' Motorized CatamaranOne of the most popular tours in Puerto Vallarta, Las Caletas is a private hideaway, owned and  serviced by only one company. Relax, snorkel, kayak, or swim with a sea lion. 

40' Luxury Custom Yacht

Nuevo Vallarta Private 40' Custom Yacht Visit the best fishing spots from Nuevo Vallarta in style. Join our multi tournament winning crew to get you to where the fishing experience in town, then realx on our A/C cabin!

72' Motorized Cat

Private 62' Catamaran VallartaGet ready for a unique adventure on your very own private motorized catamaran from Nuevo Vallarta. Host your own parties, or enjoy your own custom cruise!

165 Person Party Cruise

165 Person Party CruiseCome aboard our 165-passenger party boat, known in Vallarta for its booze cruise to Las Animas beach. This boat is ready to take you anywhere you want. 

180 Person Party Cruise

180 Person Party CruiseCruise aboard our 180-Pax double-decker motorized catamaran, this boat is ready for the largest groups. You can plan your own itinerary and enjoy! 

Pirate Ship Cruise

Pirate Ship CruiseSail aboard a classic schooner on your way to the hidden paradise of Yelapa. Enjoy the open bar, snorkeling, and a tour of the village, anda visit to a waterfall.  

Sailing Tours

Marietas SailingSail aboard a fully-equipped luxury sailboat, feel the wind in your hair as you listen to the captivating silence and peace of the boat's hull quietly splitting the blue waters

Our Advice: These cruises visit our best beaches for beach activities and snorkeling. The weekends are normally the least crowded days. Mid-week is the most crowded time of the week.

Nuevo Vallarta Bay Cruise FAQ's

Q: WHAT IS THE WATER TEMPERATURE IN PUERTO 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 to low 70s.  The Marietas Islands tends to be about 5 degrees cooler than the sites closer to the beaches.

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.  To really see lots of fish, we recommend Los Arcos followed by the Marietas Islands the most, though all the sites will have plenty to see.

Q: I'VE SEEN ANOTHER BOAT SOMEWHERE THAT I DON'T SEE LISTED - WHY?
A: Essentially, all the bay cruises are very similar.  The differences are in the crew and the locations that they go.  We've found our favorite crews for each of the different locations around Banderas Bay - to add more would just be duplicating tours.  There are several dozen boats in the bay, and they aren't much different from each other.  We also have many more to choose from that depart from the Puerto Vallarta marina, about 10 - 15 minutes by taxi from Nuevo Vallarta.

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