All-inclusive Colomitos cruise and Animas beach snorkeling

2.9 (7 reviews)7 hPuerto VallartaSightseeingAdventureTight 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

What makes this tour special?

This tour combines three of Puerto Vallarta’s most beautiful and sought-after destinations in a single day, sailing in a comfortable ocean-view catamaran. We start with a stop to capture stunning photographs at Los Arcos de Mismaloya, one of the icons of the bay. Then enjoy a snorkeling session in the crystal clear waters of Colomitos, a hidden paradise full of marine life. Finally, relax at Las Ánimas Beach, where you can enjoy your meal included in a seafront restaurant (drinks at extra cost) and explore the place at your own pace. Our team provides you with personalized attention, music and a cheerful atmosphere throughout the tour, so you can live an unforgettable day in Puerto Vallarta.

Max 50 per group English, Spanish

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Lifevest
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • kayaks
  • Food included: Chicken, fish, meat, burgers, quesadillas, burritos, vegetarian option and children's menu.
  • paddle board

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Los Arcos de Mismaloya
    The Arches of Mismaloya We begin the tour by sailing to the iconic Los Arcos de Mismaloya, one of Puerto Vallarta’s most recognized symbols. Here we make a short stop so you can capture spectacular photographs of these rock formations emerging from the sea. The captain surrounds the area to offer the best views and angles, allowing you to appreciate the beauty of this marine sanctuary without needing to descend from the catamaran. An ideal time to immortalize the landscape before continuing to Colomitos.
    1 h
  2. 2
    Playa Colomitos
    Colomites Our next stop is Colomitos, a small hidden gem near Puerto Vallarta, famous for its crystal clear water and natural environment. Here the catamaran stops so you can enjoy a snorkeling session in a quiet and safe environment, surrounded by tropical fish and rock formations full of marine life. It is the ideal place to swim, relax and take stunning pictures. Colomitos combines the charm of an unspoilt beach with the opportunity to explore the fascinating underwater world of the Jalisco coast.
    2 h
  3. 3
    Playa Las Animas
    Las Ánimas Beach After enjoying the snorkeling in Colomitos, we continue the crossing to the beautiful Playa de Las Ánimas, one of the most popular in Puerto Vallarta for its soft sand, calm waters and relaxed atmosphere. Upon arrival, the catamaran docks and we descend to our assigned restaurant on the beach, where your included meal (drinks at extra cost) awaits you aboard the ship free of charge. Here you can relax in the sun, swim in the sea or take a walk along the coast. The beach has options for water activities such as bananas and parachutes, available at extra cost for those seeking more adrenaline. It is a perfect place to rest, take pictures and enjoy the natural beauty of Puerto Vallarta before embarking on a return.
    3 h
  4. 4
    Puerto Vallarta
    Return to Puerto Vallarta with a boarded show and contests
    1 h

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
Arriving at the pier of the dead, we meet at the pier the company is called beach boy time check in 10 : 30
Arriving at the pier of the dead, we meet at the pier the company is called beach boy time check in 10 : 30
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.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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