Marietas Islands Snorkeling & Hidden Beach Experience

4.7(192)5 hFree cancellationBy ECOTOURS VALLARTA

About this activity

Discover the spectacular Marietas Islands National Park, one of Mexico's most protected marine reserves and a paradise for snorkeling and wildlife.

Join our marine biologist and naturalist guides as they share insights about the islands' ecosystem, marine life, seabirds, and conservation efforts. Travel aboard a comfortable, safe, and fast boat in a small group of no more than 10 guests for a more personal experience.

Hidden Beach access is regulated by the Mexican government and depends on permits, weather, ocean conditions, swimming ability, and age restrictions. Only 116 visitors per day are allowed, so access cannot be guaranteed. If conditions allow, your guide will take you there at no additional cost.

Whether or not you visit Hidden Beach, this tour offers an unforgettable way to explore one of Puerto Vallarta's most extraordinary natural wonders.

What's included

✓Bottled water
✓Super panga 30 fts
✓Box lunch with a sandwich, granola bar, snack, and one fruit
✓Mask, snorkeling and fins. Helmet and life jacket is mandatory for the hidden beach
✓Tour led by a Marine Biologist/Naturalist

Not included

✕Marietas Islands national park
✕Port fee
✕Optional gratuities for the guide and crew.
✕Alcoholic Beverages

Meeting and pickup

Address: Proa Street Location 20 in Marina Vallarta. Located near the ramp at the end of Calle Proa, 1/2 block beyond the "8 Tostadas" Restaurant

Good to know

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Must be followed the rules was established by the by the CONANP (National Commission of Protected Natural Areas) to visit the Islas Marietas National Park. Drones are prohibited in this tour.
The number of visitors that can enter can vary depending on demand, weather, and tide, among others.
It´s important for you to acknowledge that tour operators cannot guarantee the entrance to the Hidden Beach ahead of time. We do our best effort on every visit to get places for our tourists to enter, but it`s not always possible. If we don’t get spots for the entire group, we`ll do a bingo raffle on board in order to offer the same possibility to everybody on the trip. Visitors who don’t get a spot to enter (or that decide not to enter), have to stay on board our boat with the captain for approximately 30 minutes. Park regulations doesn´t allow to snorkel or swim in the Hidden Beach area. During this time, you can relax and enjoy the scenery and the magnificent birds that inhabit the islands.
Only for hidden beach, age limit 10 to 65 years old. Allowance 10 minutes visit on the beach. The use of a helmet and a vest are mandatory
All participants must be able to enter and leave the boat with the help of a ladder.
kids under 8 years old are not allowed on this tour.

Cancellation policy

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

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