From Puerto Vallarta drive to the South of the Bay. Our first stop is by Los Arcos to observe magnificent frigate birds, pelicans, blue footed and brown boobies among other sea birds. Stop on route for our continental breakfast. Continue to the Military Macaws Sanctuary where you’ll witness the local efforts to recover the population of this endangered species. Soft hike in the Sanctuary looking for the nests, different birds, of course Macaws along with great views; this is a great place for birding, as well as for photography as you learn about a great conservation effort. Our last stop will take us to Las Juntas y Los Veranos in search of endemic deciduous forest birds. Before returning we’ll stop to fill in our check list and enjoy some snacks.

• Includes: Light Breakfast, Snacks, Bilingual guide, ground transportation, binoculars for those fund of birding and conservation fee for Macaws conservation program.
• Not Included: Tips for guide.

Transfer to the South of the Bay, view great scenery as we reach the famous Vallarta Botanical Gardens, with its vast diversity of Mexico’s plant species assembled in botanical collections in a safe environment with viewing trails. A current goal is the creation of the National Collection of Mexican Orchids, which will be the most complete collection of Mexican orchids anywhere in the country.  After our visit to the Botanical Gardens we´ll visit a small tequila distillery so you can learn about the process. Before returning to Puerto Vallarta, we’ll enjoy a nice lunch at a local restaurant.

• Includes: Botanical garden entrance fee, tequila distillery visit with tequila tasting and 1 margarita, lunch at local restaurant. Bilingual guide, talk about Bat Friendly Agave Project
• Not Included: Alcoholic beverages, Tips for guide

Don’t go all the way to Galapagos to enjoy frigate birds and blue footed boobies, Visit Marietas Islands National Park and enjoy the great submarine world and its myriad of tropical fishes.  Marietas Islands, one of the most important wildlife sanctuaries in Mexico’s Pacific coast formed long ago by volcanic activity, the archipelago are two formations of uninhabited islands– long island and Round Island.

Dominated by large caves and cliffs, that protects coral reef, multicolored tropical fishes.  Our Marietas Islands snorkeling trip is different from other trips! We only take small groups and our trip is really focused on snorkeling and enjoying the beauty of the islands and we also tour around the island for sightseeing.

• Includes: Snacks and light box lunch, bilingual guide, snorkeling gear.
• Not Included: National Park Conservation Fee and Port Admission Fee. Tips for guide and boat driver. Entrance to Hidden Beach.
• Note: Consider $5 USD as a special FEE, payable before boarding. You will receive a bracelet from the environmental authorities.

The area of Banderas Bay boasts incredible biodiversity, due to variations in ecosystems and habitats. Our adventure provides the opportunity to support the ongoing work of a dedicated team of Mexican biologists in two different conservation projects. Help release olive Ridley hatchlings into the ocean.  During the last season, over 210,000 baby Olive Ridley turtles have been released into their new home, the blue waters of our ocean!!  What You Do to Save the World’s Endangered Species Today Will Be Treasured by Your Children Tomorrow!

• Includes: Bilingual guide, Introduction Video, visit to turtle camp and nursery, donation to nursery, ground transportation and snacks.
• Not Included: Tips for guide

Explore this great adventure south of the Banderas Bay. 

The most popular diving and snorkeling destination in Puerto Vallarta.  This protected marine preserve offers several small islands offering reefs, tunnels, caves, and arches teeming with marine life.  See a wide variety of sea life, such as spotted Eagle Rays, octopus, lobster, angelfish, puffer fish, needlefish, clownfish, and more. Los Arcos is also home of blue footed bobbies, magnificent frigate birds and brown pelicans, among other sea birds.

• Includes: Bilingual guide, Snorkeling gear, snacks and beverages
• Not Included: Tips for guide

Two activities in one tour!

Join our highly qualified biologists who will share their knowledge with you for an unforgettable experience with our planet’s most lovable creatures, Dolphins. Before launching in this adventure we’ll provide you with a lecture about these magnificent and friendly creatures. We may encounter females with their newborns, a small group foraging for food, trios, pairs or even groups of several dolphins gathered together, swimming quietly, leaping, bow surfing or giving us a show. If there’s an opportunity and depending on the dolphin behavior you may swim with them. Banderas Bay has many beautiful and unique snorkeling spots. Depending on the sea conditions our crew will choose the best spot so you can enjoy the wonderful underwater world with its great variety of multicolored tropical fish.

• Includes: Bilingual guide, ground transportation and bottled water
• Not Included: Tips for guide