Blog - Ecotours Vallarta

Aerial view of Banderas Bay surrounded by mountains, with Puerto Vallarta on the far shore

October 20, 2026

30 Years of ECOTOURS VALLARTA: A Story That Began in Puerto Vallarta

On December 12, 2026, ECOTOURS VALLARTA celebrates 30 years in Puerto Vallarta. Discover three decades of ecotourism, conservation and nature experiences in Banderas Bay.

Ecotours Vallarta boat with travelers passing a sea arch at Los Arcos, Banderas Bay

October 6, 2026

Karel Beets: Three Decades of Ecotourism, Wildlife and Conservation

Meet Karel Beets, co-founder of Ecotours Vallarta, with more than 30 years of experience in ecotourism, wildlife conservation, whale rescue and nature guiding in Mexico.

Astrid Frisch Jordán aboard a research vessel during a humpback whale expedition on the Mexican Pacific coast

August 14, 2026

Astrid Frisch Jordán: A Life Dedicated to Whales, Conservation and Ecotourism

Meet Astrid Frisch Jordán — Ecotours Vallarta co-founder, humpback whale researcher, and National Coordinator of Mexico's whale disentanglement network, RABEN.

People snorkeling in clear water with tropical fish

August 14, 2026

Best Snorkeling in Puerto Vallarta: Where to Explore Banderas Bay

From Los Arcos to the Marietas Islands, here are our favorite places to snorkel around Puerto Vallarta — plus the tours that combine snorkeling with dolphins, hiking and more.

Friends jumping into the water inside a sea cave in Puerto Vallarta

August 14, 2026

Best Things to Do in Puerto Vallarta: Eco Tours & Nature Adventures

Discover the best things to do in Puerto Vallarta — whale watching, wild dolphins, Marietas Islands snorkeling, bird watching, hiking and eco tours in Banderas Bay.

Aerial view of the Marietas Islands' characteristic volcanic rock formations

August 14, 2026

Marietas Islands from Puerto Vallarta: A Nature Lover's Guide

A nature lover's guide to the Marietas Islands from Puerto Vallarta — snorkeling, seabirds and volcanic scenery in this protected UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Humpback whale breaching with the Banderas Bay mountains in the background

August 14, 2026

Whale Watching in Puerto Vallarta: A Winter Experience in Banderas Bay

Whale watching in Puerto Vallarta runs December 8 to March 23. Learn what to expect and how Ecotours Vallarta's biologist-led tours explore Banderas Bay's humpback whale season.