Exploration of Los Arcos National Park: Snorkelling and Cave Adventure

Embark on a small group adventure in Los Arcos National Park, exploring caves and snorkeling in the bay. Discover the diverse wildlife and immerse yourself in the beauty of the area.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Barcelo - We meet in the old center of Puerto Vallarta and we take a public bus to Mismaloya, a beautiful town 25 minutes south of Vallarta.
    At the beach we embark the boat to start our journey to ​​Los Arcos: 5 impressive islands in a protected natural area and a sanctuary for birds!
    In the caves we will learn about the fauna of the natural…
What's Included
  • Boat ride
  • Bus fee
  • Permits for National Park
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Life vest
What's Not Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
Additional Information

Join a small group of up to 12 individuals to explore the 5 Isles of the protected national park ‘Los Arcos’. An experienced guide will share insights about the area’s wildlife, flora, and history. Participants will also have the opportunity to explore some caves!
Following this, the group will visit the bay’s premier snorkeling location to observe the…

Location
C. Constitución 363
Calle Constitución
Meet on the sidewalk in front of the OXXO store and the buses. NOT in the tour shop next to the bus stop! (different company!) Wait for the guide, don't go on the bus on your own. Staying south of Vallarta and want to meet directly in Mismaloya? Message me! Cruise ship: LOCAL time ≠ boat time
Cancellation Policy

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

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Abel_e
Jun 30, 2026
Definitely worth it! - Sebastian and his team were great from start to finish as well as offered us a video recorded by them from start to finish. The experience itself was amazing and fun.
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Beth_w
Jun 30, 2026
Great afternoon trip w teenager - My 15 year-old daughter and I went on this trip. The Meeting point was ideal near a store. We could get cold drinks and chips. The bus ride was lovely with a breeze, even though there was an air-conditioning. Our leader, Sebastian was polite, easy to find and kept track of us. The boat ride out to the islands was only five minutes and we had plenty of time to explore. Sebastian was patient and flexible with our group when we wanted to stay longer for leisurely lunch and was kind and thorough and getting us back to our initial point. Sebastian grew up in the actual area where the islands were, which made it extra special. We had a lot of fun and felt relaxed. The lunch place was also accommodating and chill with good food.
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Janice_j
Jun 30, 2026
Great afternoon - Our... - Great afternoon - Our tour guide Sebastian was very energetic and informative. The snorkeling portion was a good length gave us plenty of time to see a good variety of ocean life.
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Alejandro_c
Jun 29, 2026
So fun - Had a great time, the guide Sebastian was really nice and had great facts about the islands! The town is very beautiful!
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Yuliza
Jun 29, 2026
Amazing experience - Amazing experience, I couldn’t ask for more. The guide was very communicative, knowledgeable and super friendly.
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Samanthasw9880yg
Jun 27, 2026
Amazing Guide, Gorgeous Views, and a Memorable Day - We had such a wonderful experience on this tour! My friend and I took a quick ride to the beautiful Romantic Zone in Old Town Puerto Vallarta, where our meeting point was conveniently located right outside a convenience store. We were greeted by our guide, quickly boarded a bus, and were taken to the port to begin our adventure. The boat ride was absolutely stunning with great views. Along the way, Sebastian shared interesting facts about the local birds, wildlife, and history. It was informative, engaging, and added to the experience without taking away from the incredible scenery. After snorkeling in the crystal-clear water, we had about an hour to explore the village of Mismaloya. We enjoyed delicious food and refreshing drinks right on the beach while soaking in the views. The only downside was that there were quite a few vendors on the beach trying to sell souvenirs, which could feel a little overwhelming at times. Other than that, everything was fantastic. Sebastian was friendly, helpful, and even made sure we knew how to get back into town afterward. Overall, this was a memorable experience with beautiful scenery, great snorkeling, and excellent service.
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Angelica_c
Jun 25, 2026
Definite recommend - Our guide Guillermo was excellent. His translation skills are great. He was friendly and gave us good information. Guillermo made us feel very comfortable. He was very attentive to us while in the water as well. The water was so refreshing and we saw a lot of different interesting fishes I had not seen before and I’ve been snorkeling many times before. This tour starts by meeting in front of OXXO, their we met Guillermo. Then we took the public bus to Mismoloya Beach where Guillermo stayed with us the whole time. I definitely recommend this tour.
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Sarasu2216xe
Jun 24, 2026
Good experience - The tour and the snorkeling were good. We saw many different fish, and Sebastián told us quite a bit about the area. Since we already had experience, he let us explore on our own and at our own pace if we wanted, but he helped the other couple who had not done snorkeling before. Thank you very much, Sebastián!
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Peyton_p
Jun 22, 2026
Great Trip - Guiermo was an amazing tour guide! He was very friendly, accommodating and fun. We enjoyed visiting the local swim spot and were surprised by how many fish we saw!
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Guylaine50
Jun 21, 2026
Fun and immersive - Value for money is on point. Great guide, very friendly. You will have to ride the local bus back by yourself if you don't want to wait for the tour guide. It makes for a fun immersive experience.
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From $48
up to 13 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).