Boat and Snorkel Tour to 5 Islands of Los Arcos National Park
by Vallarta Nature Trips
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This small-group boat tour lasts about three and a half hours and visits the five islands of the Los Arcos protected national park near Puerto Vallarta. A guide provides explanations about the local plants, animals, and history of the islands. The group will enter some sea caves during the trip to explore their formations. After touring the islands and caves, the boat stops at a popular snorkeling site in the bay. Participants can use provided snorkeling gear and life vests to observe the nearby fish and marine life. The tour includes the boat ride and all necessary permits for the national park. The group size is limited to 12 people, making the tour more personal. The tour does not include air conditioning on the bus used for transport to the departure point. The minimum age for participants is 5 years, and the maximum is 70 years. Guests staying south of Puerto Vallarta who want direct transport to Mismaloya can notify the operator in advance.
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Itinerary
We meet in the old center of Puerto Vallarta and we take a public bus to Mismaloya, a beautiful town 25 minutes south of Vallarta. At the beach we embark the boat to start our journey to Los Arcos: 5 impressive islands in a protected natural area and a sanctuary for birds! In the caves we will learn about the fauna of the natural reserve, among others the great variety of birds who nest on the islands. Afterwards, the captain will take us to a special and safe area where we can snorkel and learn about the great variety of marine fauna that inhabits the coral. Before returning to Vallarta we take you to an iconic place in the history of the city. *Some days the visibility and currents in the water can vary and may affect the amount of fish we can spot. **Min age: 5 yrs/max: 70 yrs ***Cruise ship passengers: take into account possible time difference between LOCAL time vs BOAT time!
210 min
Meeting point
Meet on the sidewalk in front of the OXXO store and the buses. NOT in the tour shop next to the bus stop! (different company!) Wait for the guide, don't go on the bus on your own. Staying south of Vallarta and want to meet directly in Mismaloya? Message me! Cruise ship: LOCAL time ≠ boat time
End point
Meet on the sidewalk in front of the OXXO store and the buses. NOT in the tour shop next to the bus stop! (different company!) Wait for the guide, don't go on the bus on your own. Staying south of Vallarta and want to meet directly in Mismaloya? Message me! Cruise ship: LOCAL time ≠ boat time
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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