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Marietas Eco Discovery

Highlights

  • Visit the World-Famous Marietas Islands for the Ultimate Vallarta Eco Tour Experience
  • Kayak, Snorkel and Explore the Marine Sanctuary of Marietas
  • See Why Oceanographer Jacques Cousteau Fell in Love with These Islands 
  • Explore the Sealife and Waters That Surround Marietas Islands

Tour Summary

This aquatic adventure will give you the rare opportunity to witness the splendid beauty and bio-diversity on and around the Marietas Islands, a cluster of rocky isles located at the border of the Pacific Ocean in Banderas Bay. Join our naturalist English-speaking guides cruise across the beautiful waters of the Bay. Along the way, we’ll be on the lookout for marine mammals that inhabit this enormous body of water. During the winter, we’ll be looking for humongous humpback whales that migrate to Banderas Bay every winter to spawn, give birth, and nurse their newborn offspring. You may also see a pod of playful dolphins frolicking near the boat. You’ll treasure this chance to witness the natural splendor and diverse aquatic life of the waters near Puerto Vallarta on this fun-filled and enlightening excursion.

Once we reach Marietas Islands (also known as Tres Marietas), witness some of the rare nesting sea birds that inhabit this island. Tres Marietas is one of the few locations on the globe where the endangered blue-footed boobies nest.  While at Marietas you can sunbathe, kayak along the rocky coastline, or snorkel over a fabulous coral gardens where you will view an array of sea life, including Olive Ridley Turtles, Giant Pacific Mantas, and prismatic tropical fish. And as always, our knowledgeable ecological guides will be pleased to answer any of your questions.

It is your responsibility to make sure you are aware of and understand all restrictions pertaining to this tour before booking online or over the phone. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are medically qualified and within any limits listed below in order to participate in this activity. No refunds will be given to those who reserve a spot and can not participate due to the restrictions listed below. For more information please read our cancellation policy and terms and conditions page or call our staff with any questions regarding your ability to participate.

  • SEMARNAT fee of ~$5.00 per person is not included in price.
  • There is NO ACCESS to any land or beaches with this tour.
  • Hidden Beach is not part of this tour.
  • All cruise ship passengers MUST book this tour directly through their cruise line.
  • Tour doesn't operate on Mondays

Vallarta Tour Center is always interested in your tour experience with us. We hope you enjoyed your tour and love to hear comments.

Bob Smith

I have been to the Bahamas many times, but Marietas Eco Discovery is one of my favorite trips! It includes everything that everyone should do here. As a Bahamas veteran, I can say only the best about this experience!

Jim Peters

Thanks to the professional guides! I was a bit worried about kayaking because I had never done it before, but the instructions were great and I had such a good time!

Richard Dixon

The best way to discover nature! ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)