Whale Watching Experience – 4 Hours in Puerto Vallarta

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

4 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Life Jackets
Bottled water
Soda/Pop
Snacks
Licensed Bilingual Naturalist Guide
Hydrophone to listen to the whale´s and dolphin´s vocalizations
Turkey Ham with cheese panini

All Fees and Taxes
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Marina Los Peines
Los Peines 332, Isla Iguana, 48333 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
If you are arriving by car, please go to the booth and request access to the parking lot (not free). You must leave your vehicle in the parking lot and walk to the lobby, where someone from our team will be waiting for you.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

12/19/2026 - 03/20/2027
Wednesday : 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Friday : 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
Infants can participate on the tour but make sure to keep an eye to them at all times to avoid problems.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 11 reviews

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Second time in two weeks!

Michael_P, Mar 2025

I was just on this tour two weeks ago with friends and it was a great time. This time I was with family. What a great time. The whales were super active. We had a baby whale splashing all over the place. I got many great videos and pictures. I would 100% recommend this crew of Captain Alex and Isabella to anyone. They are very very knowledgeable. You can not go wrong either them!!

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you so much for joining us again — we're thrilled you had another amazing experience, this time with family! Seeing that baby whale must have been unforgettable. I’ll be sure to pass your kind words to Captain Alex and Isabel. We’d love to welcome you back anytime for more magical moments at sea!

Great day in the Bay of Banderas!.

Michael_P, Feb 2025

What a Great day!! We saw many whales and three types of dolphins. We actually heard the whales from underwater also. Our Guide, Captain, and First Mate were all very good. Our Guide-Isabella-was outstanding. She is so knowledgeable about the whales and the Bay itself. I would definitely use them again. Plus the lunch was great too!! Well worth it!!!

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the day and had such a special encounter with whales and dolphins — hearing them underwater is truly magical. Isabella and the crew will be thrilled to hear your kind words. We'd love to have you back on board anytime!