Top Activities on the Ground in Jalisco

Trade Puerto Vallarta’s beaches for a guided hike through lush jungle landscapes and hidden waterfalls. Follow scenic trails to natural swimming holes where you can cool off, then continue to a hilltop viewpoint overlooking Banderas Bay. Hiking with a guide lets you enjoy the region’s natural beauty without worrying about finding the route yourself.

Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled adventure in the Sierra Madre Occidental! Travel exciting terrace roads, cross rivers and discover stunning natural landscapes aboard a quad bike. The highlight of the experience is crossing the famous Jorullo Bridge, one of the longest vehicular suspension bridges in the world, suspended 150 meters above the Cuale River, with spectacular views that you will not forget. In addition, you will visit the El Salto waterfall, where you can enjoy a unique natural environment and capture incredible photographs. Complete your adventure with a tequila tasting and the accompaniment of expert guides who will make this tour a safe, fun and unforgettable experience. The perfect combination of nature, excitement and extraordinary scenery awaits you in Puerto Vallarta!

Reach secluded beaches that most visitors never see on a guided adventure combining hiking, snorkeling, and coastal scenery. Follow trails to Colomitos Beach and other hidden coves, swim in clear waters, and end at Playa Las Ánimas before returning across the bay by boat. Combining land and sea travel reveals a quieter side of Puerto Vallarta.

Exploring Puerto Vallarta’s rugged surroundings independently can mean figuring out routes and finding the right vehicle for off-road terrain. Leave the navigation to a guide on this private ATV adventure through mountains, beaches, rivers, and varied landscapes. Choose an ATV setup that suits your group and customize the outing around your interests for a more personal way to experience the area beyond the city.

Explore Monkey Mountain in Punta Mita through the adventurous North Route, starting near Patzcuaro Rancheria. This shaded jungle hike winds through roots, boulders, and rugged terrain, offering a wilder, less-traveled path for fit hikers seeking authenticity. At the summit, enjoy breathtaking 360° views of beaches and jungle, learn about local flora and fauna, and relax with water and a snack. Guided in English with transport included, this unforgettable sunset hike combines challenge, nature, and reward. For those preferring a gentler option, the Higuera Blanca Route can be arranged with advance notice, ensuring flexibility for every traveler.

See a side of Guadalajara that few travelers get to on this hiking tour, which includes transfers from the city. Hike for around 4 miles (6.4km) along steep trails, ultimately reaching a hot spring, where you'll have plenty of time to soak and swim with your fellow travelers before hiking back to your starting point.

Escape the tourist crowds and experience one of Puerto Vallarta’s most challenging and rewarding jungle adventures. This advanced hike takes travelers deep into the mountains of Mismaloya to discover a hidden waterfall surrounded by lush tropical scenery and natural freshwater pools. Unlike typical walking tours, this experience is designed for adventurous hikers looking for a real outdoor challenge, with approximately 4 hours of hiking through rugged jungle terrain. Travelers will enjoy breathtaking mountain views, authentic local trails, and guidance from experienced local hikers who know the area’s hidden gems

The Pass combines multiple tour options into one exceptional package that gives visitors maximum flexibility to enjoy everything at Edenva at their own pace, with activities for all visitors regardless of age. A fun-filled day in this park includes the Zip Line circuit, which offers one of the safest routes, with 13 canopy lines for adults and 5 more for the little ones in the family. Enjoy the Sierra Madre and these spectacular views of nature. Live the experience of touring our gardens, the river and trails, under the shade of trees, traditional plants and all of nature. Our Pass is what you are looking for for the whole family, adventure, action, nature, relaxation and our restaurant will surprise you with its flavor.

Satisfy an appetite for adrenaline on this thrilling outdoor adventure tour from Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy an exhilarating ecological experience packed with challenges and fun on this rainforest adventure. Race across the bay on a super-fast speedboat; ride a 4WD then a mule through the jungle; rappel down a waterfall; soar over the treetops on ziplines; and brave a towering water slide. Bring Mexican cash to pay the small port fee.

Discover the thrill of flying over the jungle with an unforgettable zip line experience. Slide among the treetops on a 5-9 zip line adrenaline-filled circuit, while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of the mountains and nature surrounding Puerto Vallarta. This adventure is designed to offer you security, excitement and connection to the natural environment. We have certified safety equipment, highly trained professional guides to give you personalized attention at all times. Perfect for those looking for a unique jungle experience, combining adventure, spectacular scenery and the tranquility of being in expert hands.

Get a unique perspective of the rainforest as you soar through the treetops straight into a tequila bar during this canopy tour, which begins with an optional speedboat ride. On Puerto Vallarta’s first-ever zipline circuit, cover miles on strong cables suspended 328 feet (100 meters) in the air and enjoy panoramic vistas. Conclude the exhilarating experience with time to swim, kayak, and race down a waterslide, or greet the diverse wildlife of the on-site menagerie.

The only tour that offers you 90 minutes of swimming or snorkeling with tropical fish, plus you will have the opportunity to feed them and see how they surround you, capturing some incredible photos for your Instagram. Have exclusive and preferential access in Adventure Park where you will cross through 25 extreme activities, from stone climbing via ferrata, zip line flying, rope climbing and crossing suspension bridges that challenge your balance at all times! Enjoy Playa Las Animas with all the amenities of a restaurant, you can not miss the incredible local seasoning in a fish ceviche or aguachile. Enjoy also Las animas beach where you can swim in its calm crystal clear waters and walk along its golden sand.

Experience the most complete zip line experience in Puerto Vallarta. This tour combines a circuit of 11 certified zip lines over the jungle canopy, a traditional mule tour of nature trails and the crossing of the iconic Jorullo Suspension Bridge, the longest suspension vehicle bridge in the world. From the heights you will enjoy spectacular views of the Sierra Madre and the Cuale River, in an adventure designed to be safe, fluid and fun, with certified guides accompanying you at all times. It includes round trip transportation from key points of the city, making it an ideal choice for families, groups and cruisers looking to make the most of their time. If you are looking for adrenaline, nature and an authentic experience on a single tour, this is the perfect choice.

Come and be encouraged to live this experience of environmental education and sea turtle conservation This experience consists of a 4km walk along the beach where you will observe large turtles laying eggs and then we will collect them to take them to the camp and begin their incubation process. You will visit a turtle camp and learn how to build artificial nests and you will also be able to take photos with the turtles. This experience is nocturnal so it will make you turn on all your senses and feel the adrenaline like a professional biologist. -This experience is a 2-hour (4km) walk along the beach. -You will be accompanied by a trained biologist at all times. -You will be in a natural area so we can see different types of animals.

This is the only activity in Puerto Vallarta that offers a combination of the best experiences, you will enjoy the longest suspension bridge in America (El Puente Jorullo), ATVs or Buggies, Zip Lines, Mule Rides, Tequila Tasting, the best landscapes and much more!. Ideal for all kinds of people with good physical condition, visit us with friends, family or with your partner. Fun is waiting for you!

Experience a unique guided hiking experience in one of the most important green lungs in Jalisco. We will walk along nature trails surrounded by pine, oak and volcanic landscapes, enjoying the pure air, spectacular views and tranquility of the forest. During the route, the guide will share data about the flora, fauna and geology of the place, with breaks for hydration, photographs and connection with nature. The tour is moderate level, ideal for both active beginners and hiking lovers. At the end of the walk, we move to a nearby estate to close with a golden clasp: roast meat, relaxed atmosphere, drinks and coexistence between the group, perfect to recover energy and share the experience.

This half-day tour combines two of the best things in Mexico (and the world): tacos and e-bikes. Meet your guide, hop on your electric bike, and zip around downtown Puerto Vallarta catching great views and visiting top attractions such as Gringo Gulch, the Elizabeth Taylor House, and the El Faro viewpoint. Work up an appetite and visit three taco joints for some of the best local fare.

Make the most of your limited time at shore when you book this fun, zipline adventure tour, located just minutes from the cruise port in Puerto Vallarta. Don't worry about logistics as round-trip transfers from central meeting points are included. Spend your time soaring over the jungle canopy across several ziplines at Nogalito Ecopark.

Embark upon an epic adventure from Puerto Vallarta on this half-day zip line tour. Experience Mexico at its finest, from above the treetops as you discover eight of the highest, fastest and safest zip lines available today. Enjoy a complimentary tequila tasting, where you can savor Jalisco's true flavor. The convenient meeting point, close to the cruise terminal, makes joining this tour a breeze.

Get away from the Puerto Vallarta crowds with this small-group combo all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and zipline tour. Easily navigate over rugged backcountry roads and along the river in your ATV—you go up in elevation and catch incredible views along the way—then soar down a zipline course and ride a mule back up to your vehicle. Please note that all drivers need a license.

Try out 8 different zip lines overlooking the Sierra Madre mountain range during this half-day excursion from Puerto Vallarta. Private transportation from the Zona Romantica is included. During the rainy season, top off your excursion with a dip in a local river. Choose from an optional tequila tasting and lunch at an on-site restaurant for an additional cost.

CurielXperience offers you a unique Hiking experience to the most beautiful natural hidden treasures Puerto Vallarta has to offer. Go beyond the beach, bar and nightlife scene. Curiel's knowledge and passion for the mountains and jungles will create lasting memories for outdoor and cultural enthusiasts alike. For nature lovers, hikers, birdwatchers and photographers, an excursion with CurielXperience is not to missed.

Relax during a peaceful tour at this shaded hot spring. At Nuevo Ixtlan, our guide provides a personalized spa day experience, surrounded by nature. After pickup from your accommodation, you will arrive at the medicinal waters that are a comfortable temperature. Unwind with a traditional Mexican grill of locally sourced food before heading back to Puerto Vallarta.