Monkey Mountain Jungle Hike Adventure

4.8 (13 reviews)2 h–3 hPuerto VallartaCulture & historyWildlife & natureFits 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 2 h–3 h; we plan for 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 up to 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

Explore Monkey Mountain in Punta Mita through the adventurous North Route, starting near Patzcuaro Rancheria. This shaded jungle hike winds through roots, boulders, and rugged terrain, offering a wilder, less-traveled path for fit hikers seeking authenticity.

At the summit, enjoy breathtaking 360° views of beaches and jungle, learn about local flora and fauna, and relax with water and a snack.

Guided in English with transport included, this unforgettable sunset hike combines challenge, nature, and reward. For those preferring a gentler option, the Higuera Blanca Route can be arranged with advance notice, ensuring flexibility for every traveler.

Max 12 per group English, Spanish

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Transportation
  • Hiking Tour Guide

Not included

  • Sunscreen
  • Hat/Sunglasses (optional)
  • Light Hiking Clothes
  • Tennis/Hiking Shoes
  • Bug Spray

Itinerary

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    Monkey Mountain
    Monkey Mountain is one of the most exotic jungle hikes in the Riviera Nayarit, located just north of Punta de Mita. Mexico's Sierra Madre Mountains feature a lush jungle with peaks so high you can see the entire bay, Punta Mita and the exquisite beaches of Sayulita.
    2 hAdmission included

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
See booking page
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.
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Traveler reviews

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Operated by Wildmex Surf & Adventure. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.

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