Puerto Vallarta is a great place to visit if you’re looking for a wonderful destination to enjoy an unforgettable vacation with your loved ones. Located in Banderas Bay, Puerto Vallarta is situated on the Pacific Coast of Mexico where the climate is warm and sunny year round. As a result, visitors can partake in a vast variety of activities all year long. No matter what time of year you visit, there is always something fun to do. In addition, the area has authentic Mexican charm, modern conveniences, great shopping, and excellent restaurants and bars, too. As a result, many visitors end up buying a vacation home or second home in the area because they want to visit so frequently. Would you like to live in the Puerto Vallarta paradise one day? In the meantime, keep reading more below about the 5 best tours in Puerto Vallarta.
Whale Watching Tour
To start with, Banderas Bay is one of the best locations in the world to go whale watching. Each year, the majestic humpback whales migrate down from Alaska to the warm waters of Banderas Bay. There, they mate and birth their young during the months from November through April. It’s a great time to go whale watching as you are virtually guaranteed to see whales, especially during the months of January and February. As a tip, the best time to go whale watching is in the morning when the whales are more active. Whale watching tours often include lunch, drinks, and more so you can make a fun day out of it. Bring your camera along to snap some great shots of the whales when you are mesmerized by whales as they jump, breach, and spray water as they play, chase, and frolic in the bay. As a bonus, dolphins love to be around whales so you’ll likely have dolphin sightings during your outing as well.
Marigalante Tour
Next, the Marigalante pirate ship tour is another one of Puerto Vallarta’s top tours. Visitors will step aboard an impressive 17th century replica pirate ship that really sets the tone for a day of excitement and adventure sailing through Banderas Bay. Once aboard, you have your very own pirate waiter that will serve you unlimited drinks from a premium open bar. Then, sit back and relax as you enjoy world class entertainment including live singing, dancing, and acrobatic fight scenes. Both day and evening tours are available. In addition to the open bar, guests rave over the delicious gourmet meal that is served while you are treated to more live entertainment. If you elect to go in the evening, you will be treated with a dazzling fireworks display to end the exciting experience. Make sure to book your reservation in advance as space is limited and tickets sell out fast.
Mountain Biking Tour
For active travelers, the Sierra Madre mountains that surround Puerto Vallarta are some of the most beautiful in the world. If you want to get in a great workout while surrounded by the area’s incredible natural beauty, book a mountain biking tour with Eco-Ride. They offer a variety of bike tours for beginners up to expert riders. Eco-Ride mountain biking tours pass through small riverside villages before climbing high into the mountains. Once above, there are various options including challenging single track trails that will test even the most skilled rider. If you want a more relaxed experience, you can stick to the double track dirt roads that offer plenty of space for riders to climb and descend as they take in the stunning jungle views. Keep your ears and eyes peeled as you’ll likely hear and see many of the area’s native birds including macaws, parrots, and cockatoos, too.
Canopy Jungle Tours
If you are into adrenaline pumping adventures, then a Puerto Vallarta Canopy Tour will be perfect for you. Set amongst the lush mountain greenery deep within the jungle, tour attendees will get their hearts racing as they fly from platforms high above the jungle floor on zip lines.
This popular Puerto Vallarta tour stretches over 2 miles long with 14 different zip lines to enjoy. Plus, the final zip line includes a double line where you can race a fellow tour attendee. Get ready to glide 500 feet above the tree tops at speeds of up to 30 miles per hour. Afterwards, a delicious lunch is served at Pancho’s Jungle Restaurant overlooking the Orquideas river. There, you can also cool off by taking a dip in a refreshing water hole that includes a waterslide, rope swings, and waterfall. It’s guaranteed to be an exciting day the whole family will enjoy.
Puerto Vallarta Food Tour
Without a doubt, one of the best things about Mexico is its delicious food. In Puerto Vallarta, there are more than 500 restaurants serving an incredible variety of amazing and authentic dishes. While it’s impossible to try everything, there is a way to get a good grasp of the area’s best foods by taking a tour with Puerto Vallarta Food Tours. The #1 rated tour on TripAdvisor, guests will be led by a friendly guide that leads you on a walking tour to discover Puerto Vallarta’s hidden gems and best foods, one delicious bite at a time! They have tons of tours to choose from, but the classic original tour is a great place to start. It allows guests to immerse themselves in the culture of authentic Puerto Vallarta cuisine as they enjoy 8 one-of-a-kind food tastings and iconic regional dishes in the heart of Old Town. In fact, this popular walking and cultural food tour was recently voted the #4 food experience in the world by TripAdvisor in 2020.
For your next trip to Puerto Vallarta, check out our list of the 5 best tours to enjoy in the area. Let us know which was your favorite and why.
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