5 Puerto Vallarta Boat Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Puerto Vallarta Best Zipline Canopy + Tequila and Speed Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,786 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $120Our pick

Ride by speedboat or land transport from Puerto Vallarta to Los Veranos, then tackle 19 rainforest ziplines with guides such as Pepe, Edgar, and Chica. Expect steep steps, river views, a tequila tasting, optional lunch, waterslides, kayaks, and a small animal area with monkeys, boas, toucans, and iguanas.

“The experience was amazing! My first language is Spanish but all the people spoke English as well! It was easy to find them after our cruise arrived, we went walking and took us maybe 10 min? Or less maybe. The car that took us where everything happened gave us an amazing ride where we saw a lot of puerto Vallarta, beautiful sights and it took around an hour. They were kind and funny, though some sexist jokes (it’s 2025 friends, your mom or sister jokes are NOT funny). The food was good too but we were sad the pictures were SO EXPENSIVE. 70 dls for the quality of those pics…”

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2.Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,515 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $117Best value

Spend about six hours aboard Chica Locca’s roomy catamaran yacht, cruising from Puerto Vallarta to Playa Chica Locca and Yelapa. You get breakfast, fajitas, snacks, an open bar, snorkeling gear, kayaks, paddleboards, water slides, and time for a waterfall walk. The lively crew, including hosts such as Ricky and DJ David, keeps the day social and easygoing.

“Funnest all inclusive boat trip i’ve been on and I never miss the boat excursion. Ricky and the team were so fun and full of energy - really makes a difference. Lunch was tasty, the drinks were ever-flowing and the waterfall was beautiful.”

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3.Outdoor Ziplining, Waterfalls & Speed boat in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,796 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129

Race from Puerto Vallarta to Boca de Tomatlán by speedboat, then ride a 4WD truck and mule into the Sierra Madre. You’ll tackle high ziplines, a roller-coaster line, waterfall rappels, bridges, rivers, and slides. English-speaking guides such as César, Tania, May, Loza, and Fito are praised for clear safety help. Bring cash, water shoes, and dry clothes.

“Great excursion!!! So much fun for my whole family. Highly recommend. Unique activities, the “roller coaster “ was a blast. My only complaint was the price they were asking for the pictures…way too high. I wish they would allow you to purchase a few individual pictures.”

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4.Rhythms of the night, Sunset Cruise, Candlelit Dinner & Alma Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,667 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Sail from Puerto Vallarta across Banderas Bay to Las Caletas for a candlelit buffet, open bar, and the Alma Show, a large-scale performance of music, dance, acrobatics, fire, and ancient-world storytelling. The five-hour evening suits couples and families age six and up, but steep, uneven paths and standard theater seating require care.

“Great experience. Footpaths around the site are sometimes steep and a little irregular. Seniors can expect the need to be cautious. But the trip is worth it!”

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5.Luxury Yacht & Snorkel with All inclusive Open bar and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 754 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $119

Cruise south from Puerto Vallarta aboard a Leopard catamaran limited to 40 people. You’ll pass coastal sights, snorkel near Majahuitas, swim, paddleboard, and enjoy lunch with an unlimited premium open bar. The route depends on sea conditions, and the crew may include guides such as Alex, Diego, or Juan Luis.

“This was a very fun day with healthy, tasty food, water adventures and “hang on for dear life” banana boat ride. No need to eat breakfast before the early trip. Be sure to carry local cash for well-earned tips and your card for the great photos. 😃”

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