Puerto Vallarta, Yelapa Waterfall, BBQ & Open Bar at Majahuitas

4.4 (793 reviews)7 hPuerto VallartaAdventureSightseeingTight on a typical call
Cutting it close

Cutting it close: back about 4:00 pm, inside your 1 h safety margin. Only book a departure that starts by 8:10 am.

Safety margin
Ship in portGetting ashore (20 min)Safety margin (1 h)All aboard 4:30 pm
  1. 8:00 am
    Ship docks in Puerto Vallarta20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
  2. 8:20 am
    Leave the pierAbout 20 min to the start point
  3. 8:40 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 7 h. Latest sensible start: 8:10 am.
  4. 3:40 pm
    Tour ends20 min back to the pier
  5. 4:00 pm
    Back at the gangway30 min before all aboard
  6. 4:30 pm
    All aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours

Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.

Our verdict

Cutting it close on a typical Puerto Vallarta call (8:00 am–4:30 pm). The tour runs 7 h; with the trip from Puerto Vallarta Maritime Terminal (Terminal Marítima, Puerto Mágico) and back you would reach the gangway around 4:00 pm, inside the 1 h safety margin we recommend. Book it only if your ship stays later than 5:00 pm, or if the operator confirms an earlier start.

We don't have a verified start point for this tour yet, so we assume 20 min each way from the pier — the typical ride in Puerto Vallarta. Check the meeting point on the booking page.

Among the 400 Puerto Vallarta shore excursions we track, this is one of the longer ones (the median runs 4 h); 86% of them fit a typical call.

Computed from the tour's published duration, the distance from the cruise pier to its start point and the typical Puerto Vallarta call. Adjust your ship's times above to recheck.

About this tour

Discover the best of Yelapa and Majahuitas on a full-day coastal adventure from Puerto Vallarta. Cruise approximately 1 hour from Puerto Mágico to Yelapa, where you’ll have about 1 hour and 30 minutes to explore. Walk through the small village to the waterfall, enjoy around 15–20 minutes there, then walk to the beach where you can relax a bit before continuing the tour to Majahuitas

Continue with a scenic 30-minute boat ride to Majahuitas, where you’ll enjoy snorkeling near the bay. Then spend approximately 2 hours at Majahuitas Beach, with time to relax, enjoy water activities such as kayaking or paddle boarding, and savor a BBQ lunch served around noon. Juices and coffee are available on board during the morning journey.

Throughout the day, enjoy beautiful coastal scenery, onboard music and entertainment, and the opportunity to experience a charming village, waterfall, snorkeling, beach time, and a BBQ meal—all in one memorable Banderas Bay adventure.

Max 200 per group English, Spanish

What's included

  • Beverages aboard the boat
  • Snorkeling and kayaking equipment
  • BBQ lunch at Majahuitas with refreshing drinks

Not included

  • Port fees (to be paid in cash at the port)
  • Access fee to cover at check in
  • Gratuity
  • Horse rentals
  • Drinks on the beach at Yelapa

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Stop 1
    Puerto Mágico is one of the departure locations available for this experience.
    30 minAdmission not included
  2. 2
    Yelapa Waterfalls
    Explore Yelapa, a remote fishing village located an hour away from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Hike to a natural waterfall or lay back on the beach, the time is yours to enjoy!
    2 hAdmission included
  3. 3
    Majahuitas Beach
    A true day in paradise includes access to a secluded beach surrounded by palm trees and turquoise waters. Have fun while snorkeling, kayaking or paddle boarding! There's something for everyone at Majahuitas Beah Club, where you'll also enjoy lunch and unlimited non-alcoholic beverages.
    1 hAdmission included

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
Please arrive 30 minutes before departure. Look for the Vallarta Adventures check-in area and staff in turkish blue color uniform. Check in with our team before proceeding to the boarding area.
Please arrive 30 minutes before departure. Look for the Vallarta Adventures check-in area and staff in turkish blue color uniform. Check in with our team before proceeding to the boarding area.
From the cruise pier
About 20 min by taxi
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point

Good to know

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please be advised that Mexico's Federal Maritime Ports operate a strict No-Drug Policy, including electronic cigarettes, vapers, and all kinds of drugs. Please be advised not to bring them to any of our tours. We cannot offer a refund or change of day for any guest to whom Federal Security has denied access.
  • Passengers arriving on a cruise ship cannot book this tour
  • Toilets are located on the lower deck
  • Not recommended for guests with limited mobility as this experience takes place at a fishing village with sandy, uphill and irregular paths.

Traveler reviews

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