Witness majestic Humpback Whales in Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay. Each winter, the humpbacks migrate from the arctic to breed and rear their young in the sheltered coasts of Banderas Bay. Join a specialized 3-hour speedboat ride led by a marine mammal expert and take the most striking photography from this unique, sea-level vantage point – a perspective that is a rare privilege in the natural world.

Itinerary

Start Point

Please arrive 30 minutes before departure. Look for the Vallarta Adventures check-in area and staff…

Stop 1

Each winter, the humpbacks migrate from their arctic feeding grounds to breed and rear their…

Stop 2

See from the water

End Point

Please arrive 30 minutes before departure. Look for the Vallarta Adventures check-in area and staff…

What’s included

Purified Water
Light snack
Hydrophones

Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop off
Gratuities
Puerto Vallarta
Access fee (conservation fee)

Additional Information

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Due to federal regulations, and in an effort to protect the flight path of endemic birds, drones are prohibited in this tour.
An additional $25-peso conservation fee per person will be collected at check-in. All proceeds go toward the conservation of the humpback whales.
Please note that this type of boat does not offer toilets or shaded areas on board.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
24 hours or more before start time	100% refund (Full refund)
Less than 24 hours before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

This experience may be cancelled due to bad weather. This experience may be cancelled if there are not enough travelers.

Important Information

Not wheelchair accessible / Minimum age: 6 years old.
Not recommended for travelers with back problems or expecting mothers.

Passengers arriving on a cruise ship cannot book this tour

Please contact Vallarta Adventures to confirm meeting details and instructions and always review the information sent through Viator messages center.
Toll free number: 1 888 526 2238
Locally +52 322 226 8413
(7am to 7 pm CT)

Age Policy

Child: 6–11 years · Adult: 12–99 years

Specification: Puerto Vallarta Small-Group Whale Watching Experience

Duration	3 Hours
Ticket Type	Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group Size	Up to 30 travelers
Confirmation	Instant Confirmation
Activities	Wildlife Watching
Language	English, Spanish
Tour Type	Shared