Whale Watching in Puerto Vallarta: Comfortable Catamaran Adventure with Buffet and Open Bar

Experience the most comfortable and exciting whale watching adventure in Puerto Vallarta on a steady and ample catamaran. Enjoy an open bar and deli-style buffet while marveling at the ocean’s most thrilling migration. Book now!

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 catamaran boat to enjoy the panoramic view of the Pacific ocean, as we venture along the bay to watch for these mesmerizing creatures. Take the most striking photography…
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Open bar
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Port fee - $40 mxn pesos per person
  • Pro-Nature Conservation fee (approx $25 Mexican Pesos p/p)
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Designed for those who want to enjoy whale watching from the comfort of a steady and ample catamaran with all facilities on board. Spend a day in Puerto Vallarta, marveling over the most exciting migration of the ocean.
To close out on a high note, our Whale Watching Adventure includes open bar service and a Deli-style buffet on board. You might even be…

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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Clara_o
Mar 13, 2025
Wonderful Excursion! - We throughly enjoyed this excursion. We not only got to see several whales but also as a bonus, we saw dolphins as well. The crew was fantastic. They were not only friendly and informative, but kept us entertained as well with a dance skit they performed as we were heading back. The tour lasted about 3 hrs. It was a little cold as we were headed out on the water, so make sure you wear a light jacket. There was an open bar on board, and we were served sandwiches and various fruit while on board. For those who have concerns about bathroom facilities, there is a bathroom on the lower level of the boat. We would definitely recommend this tour.
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512kimb
Mar 8, 2025
A trip highlight! - Outstanding. The marine biologist, Dani, was interesting and added a lot to the tour. The crew was attentive and pleasant. The hydrophone was on for less than five minutes. It was a jaw-dropping experience, and it would have been great to hear the whales more than just that. We would definitely do this again.
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Angelake4484iy
Feb 27, 2025
Great morning on the bay to whale watch! - Well organized; we saw whales! And learned about them. Port fee is in pesos , currently 35 pesos. We were on the larger boat ( catamaran). Would definitely recommend!
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Linda_e
Feb 27, 2025
Excellent crew, good... - Excellent crew, good music, good food, good educational information, well organized, and an overall pleasant 3 hours on the boat.
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Funsunplaces2go
Feb 26, 2025
Whale watching - The views were great. We saw many whales while on the tour in several different spots. The crew was fantastic and the lunch was great too.
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Brittany_w
Feb 19, 2025
Great whale watching tour and operators - Great experience and the guides are great with keeping you interacted and great drinks and food! The whales were awesome too and saw many mothers with their calves. Great time!
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Miketm8033rt
Feb 18, 2025
Whales talking - We had a great tour and saw a lot of whales. Several whales breached, the babies were abundant as were the flukes. We also heard the whales making sounds.
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Julie
Feb 15, 2025
Went FEB 2025. WONDERFUL TOUR! - Feb 2025 whale watching. Absolutely fantastic tour. Saw at LEAST 15 humpback whales. Boat clean, crew wonderful. Chi was our tour guide. G O !
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Resort45266152081
Feb 15, 2025
Fun filled whale watching adventure - The experience was amazing! We were comfortably accommodated onboard a lovely catamaran with food, bar service, washrooms and plenty of seating areas. The crew was both knowledgeable about the humpback whales and entertaining. We had plenty of opportunities to see the whales as the pods where quite active throughout the tour. Well worth the money to book the catamaran as you were able to move freely throughout the boat. As always the crew did not disappoint and provided their own entertainment on the ride back into the dock. Was truly exciting getting up close to the whales and seeing the momma's with their babies!
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Suecassel
Feb 20, 2025
Good Initial Experience - The process of getting onto the boat was streamlined, and the line to pay the port fee moved quickly. There were plenty of places to sit and get a decent view of the water. The guide was knowledgeable but sometimes hard to hear. A buffet lunch was included along with free beer, rum punch, margaritas, orange juice, and soda. Excellent way to see whales for the first time. I would opt for a smaller boat next time.
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