Top Puerto Vallarta Pack Animal Tours

Satisfy an appetite for adventure on a high-octane tour that lets you explore the forests and mountains of Sierra Madre by horseback and ATV. No previous ATV or horseback riding experience is needed to enjoy this tour, which is limited to a small group of 15 people to ensure you receive personalized attention from your guide.

Experience the natural beauty of the Sierra Madre on a horseback riding tour from Puerto Vallarta—a great choice for nature lovers and first-time visitors. Enjoy the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation as you travel through the countryside with ease and go on horseback to a cascading waterfall in the jungle. Your tour includes lunch, domestic open bar, and round-trip transportation from Puerto Vallarta.

Satisfy your appetite for adventure on a morning or afternoon private all-terrain vehicle (ATV) experience from Puerto Vallarta. Climb aboard your powerful ATV and discover spectacular scenery at your own pace; see impressive mountains, virgin beaches, and rushing rivers as you drive on a variety of terrains. Opt for 1-person or 2-person ATVs, then customize your private tour according to your interests: Please note, a driving license is required.

See the highlights of Puerto Vallarta on a full-day tour that explores downtown, Los Arcos, and Mismaloya Beach. With an expert guide to lead the way, you’ll stroll the Malecón, see gorgeous coastal scenery, and visit a tequila distillery for a tour and tasting. This Puerto Vallarta tour is a great choice for first-time visitors, and it includes pickup and drop-off at local hotels.

Puerto Vallarta is full of beaches, resorts, and nightclubs—try something different with this half-day Horseback riding tour in the mountains east of the city. After pickup from Puerto Vallarta, head to the Sierra Madre and ride your horse through forests and rivers, and even stop to swim. Enjoy a tequila tasting before returning to your hotel or accommodations in Puerto Vallarta.

This specialized excursion is designed to capture the magical moment when you have an encounter with the beautiful dolphins and the majestic humpback whales in Banderas Bay. The essence of this Tour is to observe marine life and enjoy beautiful moments when you can calmly contemplate whales and dolphins while playing, jumping and enjoying their natural habitat. There is no "typical day" in this adventure. We usually let the whales and dolphins "take over" the itinerary. We cannot always predict where we are going to find them, so we let them guide us along their favorite route of the day. Available from December to March, our Whale Tour is one of the most popular sighting trips in Puerto Vallarta

Discover wildlife in their natural environment with this half-day tour in Puerto Vallarta. Climb aboard a boat with a biologist guide and utilize a hydrophone to find dolphins based on their sounds. Go swimming with wild dolphins and keep an eye out for a range of marine life including turtles, rays, and more. Support marine ecology research with this wildlife-focused tour.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Puerto Vallarta and spend a few hours in the surrounding jungle. Join a small group and hop into the saddle of your noble steed for a relaxing ride through the Sierra Madre Mountains. Ride past the Cuale River and take in the scenic landscapes from several viewpoints. End your tour with a tequila tasting as you gaze out into the jungle.

This whale-watching tour provides the opportunity to give back on your Puerto Vallarta vacation. In the company of a biologist guide, you'll see humpback whales up close, as well as dolphins, turtles, and giant mantas in their natural environment and participate in a research project that helps to protect them. The tour lasts approximately 4 hours.

Designed to delight lovers of horticulture, this 6-hour tour combines a visit to Vallarta Botanical Garden with tequila tasting at Rancho Los Veranos. Alongside your guide, you’ll explore 20 acres of lush tropical gardens, home to 3,000 different plant species. Then, head to Rancho Los Veranos for a Mexican lunch accompanied by samples of tequila, the country’s national beverage. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Spend hours at your leisure in the forests, bays, and beaches outside Puerto Vallarta. This relaxing day trip takes you to the nearby villages of Yelapa and Majahuitas. A light breakfast is served on the boat where you’ll have access to sandy shoreline and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters.

Take part in the ultimate adrenaline rush in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Freefall to your heart's content on a 2-hour tour of Super Zipline with 200 meters of whirling, soaring fun. Take in breathtaking views along Canopy River. Feel a special kind of freedom as you soar above the treetops. Finish up the day by meeting the on-site mules, taking a short 15-minute ride before returning back to your Puerto Vallarta hotel.

Fly from mountain to mountain on an exciting 11-zip line course and enjoy an unforgettable nature tour. This tour includes a hike along trails surrounded by local flora and a refreshing dip in the river at the end of the last zip line. Return to your starting point on a mule, guided by experts who will enrich your experience. Don’t miss the chance to cross the impressive Jorullo Suspension Bridge, the longest in the world, with 470 meters in length and 360 degree views that will leave you amazed.

Spend a few hours immersed in nature and explore the jungles surrounding Puerto Vallarta on a relaxing horseback ride. Venture past old neighborhoods and quiet countryside to reach the Las Palmas Waterfall where you enjoy a delicious Mexican lunch. The way back is through even more lush jungle but includes a stop at a local lodge to sample tequila.

Combine adventure with stunning natural wonders during this half-day Sierra Madre combo tour from Puerto Vallarta. First, hop on a Polaris RZR to explore hidden paths surrounding Canopy River during a one-hour ride. Get a chance to cool off in a local waterfall before gliding through treetops on 11 Zipline courses. A welcome drink, tequila factory tour and tasting, and transportation from Puerto Vallarta are all included.

What makes this experience unique and different is: Direct contact with nature: Riding through the Sierra Madre mountains, surrounded by ancient trees, rivers, and lush vegetation, offers a true connection with the environment. Visit to a traditional Mexican ranch: It allows you to get to know the local rural culture and lifestyle up close. El Salto Waterfalls: A spectacular natural destination with a 20-meter-high crystal-clear pool, perfect for cooling off. Wildlife observation: Like the green macaws and chachalacas, in their natural habitat. Homemade Mexican Food: Ending the tour with a traditional meal adds a unique cultural and gastronomic touch. All in all, this experience combines adventure, nature, culture, and flavor—something that's hard to find in a single tour.

Get your adrenaline pumping with this combination tour from Puerto Vallarta. Ride across the Western Sierra Madre on board a RZR (side-by-side), crossing the transition zone of the desert and subtropical ecosystems. Cross the longest vehicular suspension bridge in the world, then soar over treetops on 11 different zip lines.