MEXICO
The ones worth booking.
The 15 most popular puerto vallarta tours in Mexico right now. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Puerto Vallarta zipline through the treetops, finish with tequila, then enjoy river swimming, kayaking, and waterslides.
“cocky workers kept trying to grab all the women between the legs while acting like they were slowing them down!”
Eight tastings in Puerto Vallarta’s Zona Romántica on a 3.5-hour downtown walking tour with tacos, seafood, and mole.
“Fun, informative & lots of great food! Jesus was a fantastic guide! All of the places we visited were unique, with a perfect variety of tastes.”
Speedboat, Unimog, mule trek, zip lines, waterfall rappels, and water slides in Puerto Vallarta’s rainforest. 6.5 hours of safety-first adrenaline.
“This is a very action packed activity. Lots of zip lining, a couple of waterfalls, a couple of water slides. Our family had such a blast doing this our last day of vacation and highly recommend it. If you do it, don't be afraid of the waterslide at the end; I'm scared of heights and…”
Islas Marietas & Majahuitas tour from Puerto Vallarta: dolphins, snorkeling, kayak and SUP time, plus a Majahuitas BBQ lunch with drinks.
“Worry free, fun-filled, no pressure, great staff, knowledgeable, kind, and helpful leader. The staff bends over backwards to make sure you have all and anything you need. I thought the tour was going to be a typical tour with mostly long boat ride and dull, non-engaging activities. It was lively, active, and perhaps the best…”
Private ATV adventure in Puerto Vallarta with Sierra Madre trails, riverside breaks, and safety gear. Customize stop time for 3 hours.
“This was an awesome experience!! Franco, our guide, was THE BEST! The ride through the city and jungle and trails and mountains. Through streams. So cool! And the lunch stop/tequila tasting RIGHT ON the river, was an amazing experience. Octavio at the lunch stop was next level, too! We couldn’t recommend this company and tour…”
Snorkel the Marietas Islands with a strong chance of Hidden Beach, plus guided wildlife sightings, included gear, snacks, and national-park access.
“Awesome! Loved it! Carlos & crew were amazing! I would highly recommend! The entire experience was a 10!”
Eat 7 taco tastings across Puerto Vallarta’s Emiliano Zapata and 5 de Diciembre, then finish with an agave cocktail and stories.
“A fabulous time. Joana our guide was superb. Very knowledgable and personable. Food was excellent. Prepare to eat A LOT.”
Puerto Vallarta canopy zipline: 8 runs, water stops, tequila tasting, and a Jorullo Bridge walk. Pickup included.
“So Fun! It does include a hike. So be prepared. But worth it. The pool at the end and the lunch was the cherry on top.”
Ride ATVs in the Sierra Madre from Puerto Vallarta with a small group, included photos, and stops at a cantina and riverside restaurant.
“We had an amazing time on our ATV ride. This is a great way to see a bit outside of the city and tourist areas.”
A small-group street food walk through Puerto Vallarta’s Old Town, sampling tacos, tortillas, mercado chiles, agua fresca, and dessert.
“Definitely a must for first time visitors! Great way to see the area, and to learn how the locals eat!”
A small-group Puerto Vallarta cooking class that starts at Mercado Palmar de Aramara, then cooks a full Mexican meal at Chef Enrique’s home.
“This was a great experience! I enjoyed going to the market and learning about the cheeses and frozen fish! It was an interactive experience. Then we went back to the chefs house which was so lovely, I loved the people in the class and the whole day was so much fun”
All-inclusive Marietas Islands boat day from Puerto Vallarta with breakfast, open bar, snorkeling, kayaking, and optional Hidden Beach permit.
“My fiance & I highly highly recommend this for sure ! Everything was just so worth it . The staff was incredibly amazing and so sweet . The vibes was so on point ! We did the hidden beach and omg please do that if you have the chance too . Big advice is bring…”
Biologist-led whale and dolphin watching in Puerto Vallarta with humpbacks, hydrophone whale songs, citizen science, and small-boat access.
“We booked our whale watching tour through Viator and it was an incredible experience. Jemma, our marine biologist, was very knowledgeable and the boat captain did a great job of maneuvering the boat for the best view while maintaining a respectable space for the sea life. We had the most amazing experience with a baby…”
See Puerto Vallarta your way on a hop-on hop-off bus with hourly service, scenic stops south to Mismaloya, and culture add-ons.
“If new to the area, great way to see the city! It was too bad one of the buses were out of order and we had to wait 2 hours and 1 hour as advertised.”
Shaded Nuevo Ixtlan hot springs, homemade Mexican BBQ, and a Bucerias ocean-view 60-min massage. Small-group day from Puerto Vallarta.
“Just do it !!! You will not regret it at all. Beautiful drive , great shopping at the market and visiting the tortilla factory, awesome stories. The Hot springs are a 100% must. While soaking we had fruits from the market with lemonade. After our soak we had a great freshly grilled lunch with chicken…”
