What to do and see in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico: The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

June 20, 2021 Tambra Mccollister

Strolling, shopping, and sipping tequila along the Malecon boardwalk of Puerto Vallarta is the best way to kick off your vacation. Then hit the cobblestone streets of Old Vallarta to browse the flea market for handmade crafts. The calm, warm waters of the Bay of Banderas make for excellent diving, or you can just watch artists sculpt spectacular creations in the sand. The cluster of fine art galleries in El Centro are perfect spots to hit on a self-guided art tour.
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1. Los Veranos Canopy Tour

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Los Veranos Canopy Tour

Vallarta's Premiere Zip-Line Adventure!... Start your amazing adventure as you jet across the bay in our SPEED BOAT RIDE, admiring beautiful views of Puerto Vallarta, including “Los Arcos” Natural Preserve. Optional LAND ONLY transportation is also available. Fly on 15 of the longest, highest and fastest ZIP LINES. Soar high above the jungle and river, accompanied by our bilingual professional guides. Los Veranos is widely recognized as one of the finest and most thrilling zip line adventures in the world! The adventure awaits you, whether you are on vacations in Vallarta or in a cruise ship trip. - ZIP LINES - SPEED BOAT RIDE - EXOTIC ANIMALS - RIVER FUN - TEQUILA TASTING - RESTAURANT -

2. Wildlife Connection

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Wildlife Connection

WILDLIFE CONNECTION offers the BEST concept of ECOTOURISM IN VALLARTA giving you a respectful close encounter with nature. Enjoy gentle giants on our WHALE WATCHING, swim and interact with DOLPHINS IN THE WILD, participate on the National Marine TURTLE CAMP Protection Program,admire the BIRD WATCHING on this tropical paradise, marine wonders on SNORKELING. Our guides are professional biologists with masters degree in Marine ecology and Wildlife Photographer all featured in magazines and documentaries including National Geographic and Animal Planet. We will share with you our knowledge and experience at the same time you will participate in research projects with dolphins and whales in Banderas Bay, making these excursions a once-in-a-lifetime.

3. Banderas Scuba Republic

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Banderas Scuba Republic

An experience with our Banderas Scuba Republic is like no other, not only will you have access to professional Scuba Diving equipment at the highest standards, our dive team wants to hear your ideas and interests about the shared compassion we have for the sub-aquatic world. Come to the pacific side of Mexico, come to Banderas Bay, come to Puerto Vallarta, it will be your best experience “going down”.

4. Eco Explorer

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Eco Explorer

We are a team who enjoy the ocean activities, we offer Jet Ski, Snorkel, Diving and Flyboard.

5. Silent World Divers

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Silent World Divers

We are a Dive Center offering PADI/SSI Certification courses since 1980 in Puerto Vallarta with a multilingual staff (Spanish, English and French)Snorkeling and Specialty Courses.

6. La Vida Bella Boat Tours

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La Vida Bella  Boat Tours

Private boat tours on Banderas Bay in Puerto Vallarta Mexico safe for family and friends

7. Outdoor Adventure by Vallarta Adventures

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Outdoor Adventure by Vallarta Adventures

For all you thrill seekers, experiencing our Outdoor Adventure is an absolute must. An ecological rollercoaster ride fully loaded with excitement, challenges, and non-stop fun. This exciting eco-tour brings out the wide-eyed child in all of us. With some of Mexico's highest and longest zip-lines, at almost 1,000 ft long and 250 ft high and rappelling down waterfalls, it's no wonder that many people have referred to the experience as one of the greatest adventures on earth. Book your activitie online and get 3 tours for the price of 2 - with 15% off all tours.

8. Ocean Friendly Whale Watching Tours

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Ocean Friendly Whale Watching Tours

Ocean Friendly Tours was rated by Trip Advisor as one of The Top 10 Wildlife Tours in the World - the only whale watching tour operator in the world to be included on that list and recently rated as the #1 Outdoor Activity in Puerto Vallarta and the #1 Boat & Water Sports Activity in Puerto Vallarta. Ocean Friendly Tours is a new concept in responsible tour operation in Puerto Vallarta with a unique visual and acoustic approach to the marine world of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. At Ocean Friendly Tours we provide a specialized and personalized service that blends professional knowledge of the marine environment and safety with love and care for nature. Ocean Friendly Tours have become a respectful and sophisticated way to approach the marine life and landscapes in Vallarta. Visit our website to learn more about responsible whale watching tours and the research programs conducted through our non-profit foundation called Deep Blue Conservancy. Thanks to all of our customers that make the effort to leave such beautiful reviews of their experiences. Special departure times for cruise ship guests!

9. Ada Sailing

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Ada Sailing

For over 10 years, we've thrilled guests with extraordinary first-class, customizable tours on the Banderas Bay in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. No matter your style - leisurely or adventurous - we have the getaway for you. "Wine and dine" your private party (VIP "5-Star Service" Sail) or indulge in the simplicity of the sail (Classic Sailing). Get the best of both worlds (Snorkel & Sail) or lose yourself in Vallarta's irresistible scenery (Sunset Sail). Zip across the waves to Los Arcos, Mahajuitas, Yelapa and private beaches (South Bay Experience). Get some "fun in the sun" (Snorkeling & Beach Play or Marietas Island) or say "hola" to the Humpback whales (Whale Watching Tour). No matter what you choose, our friendly, bilingual crew will treat you to an extraordinary, first-class day on the Bay. Relax, discover and reconnect with Ada Sailing.

10. Vallarta Travel Rewards

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Vallarta Travel Rewards

Fishing Boat Miss Rio II 30ft , 4 hours $205us includes : fishing lines , bait , ice , purified water , professional crew , licenses for fishing , equipment for snorkeling , as soon as we catch the first fish, will prepare a delicious ceviche (mexican sushi).

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