Yelapa Adventure: Waterfall and Beach Escape
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24 Ratings
Puerto Vallarta

Embark on a full day catamaran tour to Yelapa and Majahuitas for an unforgettable adventure. Snorkel, kayak, and paddleboard in crystal clear waters, visit the Yelapa waterfall, and immerse yourself in the culture of a car-free fishing village. All-inclusive with breakfast, lunch, and open bar.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Puerto Magico - Welcome aboard!
    Arrive at the Maritime Terminal to register for boarding. After registration, pass through the security check and board the catamaran to embark on this amazing tour.
  • Majahuitas - Let’s begin!
    Start with a delightful breakfast while taking in the stunning views of Banderas Bay as we head to our first stop….
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What's Included
  • Snorkeling
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboarding
  • Inflatable Float
  • Extreme Inflatable
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Breakfast
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • On-board restrooms
  • Lunch
What's Not Included
  • Drinks and extra food in the restaurant
  • Optional activities on the beach
  • Port Tax Rate, Puerto Magico
Additional Information

Our all-inclusive tour is perfect for travelers seeking nature adventures and distinctive cultural experiences. Yelapa is a charming fishing village where cars are absent.
A visit to Yelapa Waterfall is a highly popular activity on our tour, ideal for nature enthusiasts looking to refresh in the Horsetail Waterfall. Additionally, enjoy a tranquil day at…

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Location
Puerto Magico
Boulevard Francisco Medina Ascencio
It is important to be punctual at the Puerto Vallarta Maritime Terminal (Puerto Magico), go to module B of "Grupo Naviero de la Bahia" Please note the time zone of Puerto Vallarta, Jal. (GMT-6) Check in 9:10 am, Tour Departure 10:00 am
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(24 Ratings)
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Jorn
Jan 11, 2026
Great value for a day trip - Great food and drinks. Attentive crew. The landscape is priceless, and Yelapa is in my all-time top 10. This experience offsets the messy boarding process at Puerto Mágico.
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T9284vzarmandoc
Jan 8, 2026
Very funny - Very fun and excellent service. ................................................................................................................................,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
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Jelena_p
Dec 24, 2025
Fun day in great company - Well organized with great entertainment. Although we were out of the port about an hour after we were supposed to head out, the experience stretched far into the evening. It was truly a jam packed day.
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Shirleyhg
Nov 19, 2025
Great Tour - This was a GREAT tour! The staff was very friendly and helpful, just wish a bit more English had been spoken. I recommend horse-backing riding up to the falls, great way to get there & enjoy the path along the way.
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Chihiroy929
Sep 28, 2025
So Worth it - So worth it! Snorkeling experience was like swimming in the aquarium. There was so many tropical fish and I loved it. got sick from wave in the boat.! Recommend
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Karenf446
Dec 12, 2024
It's your excursion - don't be talked out of what you want to do. - The good... Amazing price for a full day excursion, the sun, the water, the views. Nice lunch at friendly designated spot - have the fish, because it's right there! Hike to waterfall is very do-able unless you have mobility issues, forgo the quad or horse ride (at 600 pesos quite overpriced). Friendly folks on the boat, have a few drinks on the house. The bad... Started out a full 30 minutes late. No explanation. Very choppy waters, not our captain's fault, but caused some illness in some passengers, and downright dangerous as chairs were sliding around on the deck. The snorkeling is NOT for beginners - the water is deep and dark and waves were high. Pressure to keep up, to stay in the group (I have no idea how they would manage a full boat - we had maybe 25 per cent capacity and they were still struggling to keep us all together). Water was murky and hard to see fish, but there were some nice schools. If you join the snorkel group you cannot return to the boat on your own so be sure you are a confident swimmer. A lot of pressure to buy the quad or horse ride, which was expensive. You don't need it at all. The guide to walk you up goes quite fast, so be sure you can keep up, or don't... he'll come back for you. It's not a hard walk, and it's not a 45 minute walk - we did it in 20 and we're in our 60s. There may be kayaks and paddleboards attached to the boat, but you won't use them. There isn't enough time at Yelapa to go out, and the water is too rough anyway. Disappointed that, when we saw whales on the trip back, our captain did not slow or turn. He had a schedule and kept to it.
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Traveler65895136699
Apr 24, 2025
A water taxi might be the better option - Trip Advisor may have been the bad guy this time as the directions to location were not correct. That aside…. This is more of a large ferry than a catamaran that you might be expecting. The crew were great and the food service was expedient. There wasn’t any snorkeling to be had as the water was not clear but the top 24”. The second destination had a great beach in Yelapa which we were all craving as the main PV area isn’t the clearest water. That was a great stop. Some rode horses and other rented ATVs. We all saw a large sting ray that kept traversing the shore several times. I’d pass on this one and search for a smaller service or just take the water taxi to Yelapa instead.
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Allison_a
Mar 30, 2025
Keep looking - Life jackets are missing clips and tied together, goggles are foggy and no fins/flippers provided. This is essentially a boat ride with screechingly loud music. The waterfall is a joke and you cannot or should not swim in its water. This trip is a waste of a day and way overpriced for its value. Save your money and find a different excursion.
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Benjamin_e
Dec 31, 2024
Not good for young kids. - Very disorganized trip. It was schedule for 9 but didn’t leave until after 1030 after dealing with a very disorganized port. The boat is incredibly slow so most time is spent getting to and from the spots. Music was also uncomfortably loud. Trip didn’t get back until after 730 and this was not clear based on the description.
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Jay_l
May 27, 2025
No Waterfall! - Why would you take us to a waterfall that doesn't exist. You should let people know what the status is of the waterfall during this time so that we would have the option to choose to either go, or stay at the beach. Not acceptable to have people rent ATV's, horses or even walk up to see absolutely nothing. That's actually unacceptable! I would have saved my money on the ATV and used it to buy something from a local vendor. I didn't appreciate the fact that you weren't transparent about the waterfall. For this I'm giving you a bad review. The snorkling was great and so were the people.
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