Private Snorkeling tour at Los Arcos de Mismaloya with shuttle

5.0 (1 reviews)3 hPuerto VallartaSnorkelingFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 12:00 pm, 4 h 30 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 3 h 30 min to spare.

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 3 h. Latest sensible start: 12:10 pm.
  4. 11:40 am
    Tour ends20 min back to the pier
  5. 12:00 pm
    Back at the gangway4 h 30 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

This tour fits a typical Puerto Vallarta call (8:00 am–4:30 pm). It runs 3 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:40 am and be back at the gangway around 12:00 pm — 3 h 30 min to spare on top of a 1 h safety margin.

Rule of thumb: it keeps the safety margin as long as all aboard is 1:00 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.

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 shorter 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 magic of Los Arcos de Mismaloya with a local team that knows these waters firsthand. This experience goes beyond a traditional snorkeling tour, combining a scenic boat ride with the opportunity to explore the iconic rock formations, arches, tunnels, and caves of this spectacular natural landmark. You’ll snorkel in the clear waters surrounding Los Arcos, where you can encounter colorful tropical fish, rays, sea turtles, and other marine life. Along the way, keep an eye out for dolphins, manta rays, seasonal whales, and a variety of seabirds. The Local knowledge we have allows us to share fascinating insights about the coastline, marine ecosystem, and wildlife while creating a fun and personal experience. Come explore, snorkel, and discover one of Puerto Vallarta’s most beautiful natural treasures from the water.

Private tour English

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
Our meeting point is at Lázaro Cárdenas Park, also known as ‘Parque de los Azulejos,’ near Puerto Vallarta’s Romantic Zone. We’ll meet directly in front of the kiosk in the plaza. Please arrive 10–15 minutes before departure, a member of our team will be waiting for you.
Our meeting point is at Lázaro Cárdenas Park, also known as ‘Parque de los Azulejos,’ near Puerto Vallarta’s Romantic Zone. We’ll meet directly in front of the kiosk in the plaza. Please arrive 10–15 minutes before departure, a member of our team will be waiting for you.
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.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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