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Whale Watching in Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay 3-Hour Speedboat Ride
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Whale Watching in Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay 3-Hour Speedboat Ride

by Vallarta Adventures

3 hours
Nuevo
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3 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$142.20$158Save 10%
2 adults × $71.10
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

Puerto Vallarta provides a vantage point to observe humpback whales that migrate each winter from the Arctic to Banderas Bay to breed and care for their calves. This tour includes a three-hour speedboat trip led by a marine mammal expert. Guests watch the whales from sea level, offering a close and clear view suitable for photography. The boat is equipped with hydrophones to hear the whales and includes purified water and a light snack. The trip does not provide shaded areas or restrooms on board. Drones are not allowed due to federal regulations protecting local bird flight paths. A conservation fee is charged on arrival to support whale protection efforts. Hotel pickup and drop off, gratuities, and admission fees are not included.

Highlights

Humpback whales migrate to Banderas Bay each winter
3-hour speedboat tour led by a marine mammal expert
View whales from sea level suitable for photography
Hydrophones used to listen to whale sounds
Includes purified water and a light snack

What's included

Purified water provided during the tour
Light snack served on board
Use of hydrophones to listen to whales

What's not included

No hotel pickup or drop off included
Gratuities are not included
Admission fees are not included

Itinerary

1

Bahia de Banderas Municipality

Humpback whales migrate each winter from the Arctic feeding grounds to this area to breed and raise their young along the sheltered coast.

2

Bay of Banderas

Whale watching takes place on the water here, with close views from the boat.

Meeting point

Please contact Vallarta Adventures if you have any questions regarding meeting details and check in instructions.

End point

Please contact Vallarta Adventures if you have any questions regarding meeting details and check in instructions.

Languages

English (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

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

Additional info

1–10 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Not advised during pregnancy
Suitable for all fitness levels
Drones are prohibited during the tour to protect local bird flight paths in accordance with federal regulations
A $25-peso conservation fee per person is collected at check-in to support humpback whale conservation
The boat does not have toilets or shaded areas on board
Total
$142.20Save 10% vs Viator