Puerto Vallarta Tours & Activities

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Wildlife

Small-Group Half-Day Whale-Watching Tour in Puerto Vallarta

Price: From $110.00

5.0 rating • 282 reviews

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Meeting point: Hotel pickup offered

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Small-Group Half-Day Whale-Watching Tour in Puerto Vallarta

Overview

Small-Group Half-Day Whale-Watching Tour in Puerto Vallarta is a water-based guided outing in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico centered on Marina Vallarta, Banderas Bay, and surrounding destination landmarks. The route emphasizes Marina Vallarta, Banderas Bay, and Vallarta and Banderas Bay. The experience emphasizes Half-day small-group whale-watching tour from Puerto Vallarta, Learn about whale behavior from the marine biologist guide, and Lunch and soft drinks keep hunger pangs at bay. Scheduled stops include Marina Vallarta and Banderas Bay. Landmarks referenced in the route include Banderas Bay. The route combines wildlife observation along the route, neighborhood landmarks and open views, and structured adventure features and challenge elements. The outing typically lasts 4 hours (approx.). Travel is organized as boat travel with route pacing matched to the destination.

Highlights

  • Half-day small-group whale-watching tour from Puerto Vallarta
  • Cruise the waters of Banderas Bay to spot migrating humpback whales
  • Learn about whale behavior from the marine biologist guide
  • Lunch and soft drinks keep hunger pangs at bay

What’s included

  • Soft Beverages
  • Lunch
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Itinerary

Stop

Marina Vallarta

30 minutes

Visit Marina Vallarta during the 30 minutes stop.

Stop

Banderas Bay

Visit Banderas Bay.

FAQs

How long is the Small-Group Half-Day Whale-Watching Tour in Puerto Vallarta?

The planned duration is 4 hours.

Where does the tour depart from for Puerto Vallarta?

Hotel pickup is included from listed Puerto Vallarta hotels, or meet at the Marina Vallarta departure confirmed when booking.

Additional info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate

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