Whale Watching Experience: Witness Majestic Humpback Whales in Puerto Vallarta

Embark on a thrilling 3-hour speedboat ride in Puerto Vallarta and witness the awe-inspiring sight of majestic Humpback Whales in Banderas Bay. Capture stunning photographs from a rare sea-level vantage point.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Bahía de Banderas - Each winter, the humpbacks migrate from their arctic feeding grounds to breed and rear their young in the sheltered coasts of Banderas Bay.
    Relax onboard our inflatable boat to enjoy the panoramic view of the Pacific, as we venture along the bay to watch for these mesmerizing creatures. Take the most striking photography from…
What's Included
  • Purified Water
  • Light snack
  • Hydrophones
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Gratuities
  • Admission fees
  • Pro-Nature Conservation fee
Additional Information

Experience the grandeur of Humpback Whales in Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay. Every winter, these humpbacks embark on a journey from the arctic to procreate and rear their offspring in the protected seashores of Banderas Bay. Participate in a dedicated 3-hour speedboat excursion supervised by a marine mammal specialist, and seize the opportunity to…

Location
Vallarta Adventures | Terminal Marítima
Boulevard Francisco Medina Ascencio
Please contact Vallarta Adventures if you have any questions regarding meeting details and check in instructions.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Eduardo
Mar 23, 2025
My best whale watching - Very good boat, crew and excellent snacks and drinks. The captain made it possible for all passengers to see the whales. That by the way we saw 3 groups and one of dolphins.
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Wyethnbg
Mar 23, 2025
Comfortable whale watching. - Very attentive with; beverages, morning fruit, and pastry. Then lunch. Great sandwich and fruit for lunch. Great rum punch. Lots and lots of whales. Highly recommend. Staff 5 stars. Pretty great the day before the end of the season for whales
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Illinijim13
Mar 19, 2025
Cannot recommend too highly! - We had a wonderful experience. Pablo was our guide (and Ramon our pilot). They found lots of whale groupings, and shared great information. They also kept quiet at times to allow us to hear the whale sounds (spouting, and underwater song using a hydrophone).
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Tropicaltrip_12
Mar 9, 2025
Great excursion - Excellent tour! All the workers were friendly & attentive! Nice lunch provided, as well as fruit for breakfast, rum punch, margaritas, cervesas & juices! We seen about 20 whales $ 6 dolphins!
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Z6260zdjeffg
Mar 6, 2025
Great experience - From start to finish, it was an excellent experience. Luis was the boat Director and Ricardo was boat captain. We saw numerous whales and dolphins and also a few sea turtles. Sounds like we were lucky to see what we did, as this is the last week for watching, and they are migrating away.
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Jimmyds1189xb
Feb 26, 2025
Fun in the sun - We had so much fun today on this adventure. The crew were all amazing and helpful. We were able to see several whales and a pod of dolphins. The lunch on board the boat was all fresh and tasted good. Thank you to Captain Fernando and his crew!
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Jennifer_b
Feb 26, 2025
Far exceeded expectations! - What a memorable experience. We saw many, many whales. Several breaches from the boys and mommas with their babies. What an experience! We had a wonderful trip with Alvin and Lily! We chose the speed boat tour and highly recommend. It allowed us to get closer than the other boats, and for more agile for positioning as the whales moves. 100% recommend.
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Iainq2014
Feb 23, 2025
Whales everywhere - Fantastic trip with free flowing drinks. The captain ensured we saw lots of whales a truly memorable experience. The boat was a little crowded and as it had picked up at another stop first most of the prime positions were taken but we squeezed in and the Crewe were excellent positioning and manoeuvring the boat so everyone got a great view.
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Kevin_j
Feb 21, 2025
Great experience,... - Great experience, definitely do the speed boat vs the slower boat. Saw about 20 different whales and some dolphins. The guide was very knowledgeable.
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706peggyg
Feb 19, 2025
Whale Photo Safari - Best trip Ever !!!! 3 hours jetting over the waters of Banderas Bay with close up encounters to the multiple families of whales and dolphins . Highlight was being entertained by a female whale as she “ performed” her tricks of the trade trying to land her male . What a show we had . Our guide Enrique and Captain Cheque were not only fun but so knowledgeable . They knew how to “ read” the waters and the whales and with their precision gave us all a once in a lifetime time experience . Thank You Both !!!! Could not have asked for more 😎😎
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