Join a marine biologist for a 3.5-hour whale watching trip in Puerto Vallarta and learn more about these majestic animals.

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Duration 3.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English, French, Spanish
Wheelchair accessible
Small group: Limited to 6 participants

Highlights

See humpback whales and other marine animals in their natural habitat
Learn about the whales from your marine biologist guide
Admire the Bahía de Banderas from a unique perspective
Listen to the whales' song with specialized equipment
Enjoy a light lunch onboard

Full description

Sail off the coast of Puerto Vallarta on a 3.5-hour boat excursion looking for whales and other marine animals. Upon arrival at the pier, meet your marine biologist guide who will give you important safety information and an introduction to what to expect during your trip. Once out on the bay, begin your search for the whales and enjoy a detailed explanation from your guide. Get as close as possible whilst remaining respectful of the whales and their environment. Your captain and guide will ensure you get as many whale sightings as possible, whilst also taking in views of the coast. Around noon, enjoy lunch and get the opportunity to listen to a whale singing with specialized equipment before making your way back to the pier.

Includes

Tour guide
Light lunch
Soft beverages
Research donation

Hotel pickup and drop-off
40 pesos (USD 2) per person port fee
Alcoholic beverages
Souvenirs
Tips

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check

Meeting point

The guide will be at the Pier I gate, dressed in a white or blue t-shirt with a whale logo.

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Important information

What to bring

Jacket
Comfortable clothes

Not allowed

Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

This tour will take place rain or shine

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

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Absolutely recommend this trip, it really is a responsible tour, unlike lots of other tours that just chase boats and in my opinion hound the whales, this is peaceful and respectful to the wildlife, no other boats in sight,we just stopped in the middle of the ocean and waited, the Whales came to us ,we were not disappointed. Tour guide and captain were very knowledgable and made the trip with the information about the whales and their patterns of behaviour. We had great views and even saw a male breach! Plus we saw turtles, mantas and dolphins. Hearing the whales sing was a wonderful and Memorable Experience .Hope the guide sends me the photos and video as Promised ??

February 23, 2022

The crew was very knowledgeable and very fun to be with! We saw many whales!♥️

January 12, 2022

we saw and tracked several whales. Victor was very attentive to our needs. Thank you!

February 13, 2022

Puerto Vallarta: Responsible Whale Watching Experience

Puerto Vallarta: Responsible Whale Watching Experience

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