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Puerto Vallarta Whale Watching Adventure Led by Marine Biologist
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Puerto Vallarta Whale Watching Adventure Led by Marine Biologist

by Ecotours Vallarta

4 hours
Puerto
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4 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$216$240Save 10%
2 adults × $108
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

Puerto Vallarta is a key location to observe humpback whales in their natural environment during their migration season. This whale watching day trip lasts about three and a half hours and is led by a marine biologist who provides detailed information about the whales’ behavior, biology, and conservation. The tour begins with an educational talk at Ecotours Vallarta covering whale biology, ecology, and behavior. Participants then board an authorized motorboat at Marina Vallarta to begin the whale watching on the water. The boat is equipped with a hydrophone system that allows guests to listen to whale songs, including those of male humpback whales. Small group sizes help maintain a personalized atmosphere, and guests receive a “Responsible Whale Watcher” sticker to acknowledge their participation in conservation efforts. The tour includes refreshments such as coffee or tea, sodas, granola bars, and light bites, with water refills available. Onboard restrooms are also provided. The operator supports whale research and marine protection through the sponsorship of Ecology and Conservation of Whales. Travel insurance and a professional guide are included. Alcoholic drinks, gratuities, and a boarding fee to Ecotours Vallarta are not included. Infants under two years old are not permitted. Guests should notify the operator of any dietary restrictions when booking. Refunds are not given if guests miss the tour due to late or non-arrival of cruise ships.

Highlights

Led by a professional marine biologist
Educational lecture on humpback whales at Ecotours Vallarta
Hydrophone system to hear whale songs onboard
Authorized motorboat with onboard restrooms
Small group sizes for personalized attention
Includes coffee, tea, sodas, granola bars, and light bites

What's included

Travel insurance
Professional guide
Coffee or tea, refilled water, light bite, sodas and granola bars
Lecture about humpback whales
Onboard restrooms
Hydrophone system to listen to sounds of marine mammals

What's not included

Alcoholic beverages
Gratuities
Boarding fee to Ecotours Vallarta

Itinerary

1

Ecotours Vallarta

The tour starts with a 20-minute talk about humpback whale biology, ecology, and behavior.

20 min

2

Marina Vallarta

Guests board and leave the authorized motorboat at Marina Vallarta, with a 10-minute boarding process.

10 min

Meeting point

located near the ramp at the end of Calle proa, 1/2 block beyond the "8 Tostadas" restaurant in Marina Vallarta.

End point

located near the ramp at the end of Calle proa, 1/2 block beyond the "8 Tostadas" restaurant in Marina Vallarta.

Languages

English (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–14 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised during pregnancy
Reachable by public transport
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Suitable for all fitness levels
Infants under 2 years old are not permitted on this tour
No refunds for missed tours due to late or non-arrival of cruise ships
Guests must inform of any dietary requirements when booking
Total
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