Humpback whale watching south of Puerto Vallarta

5.0 (4 reviews) 3–4 hours Private tour

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Humpback whale watching south of Puerto Vallarta — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Humpback whale watching south of Puerto Vallarta, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

A Family tour company with over 35+ years giving you the best tours in Mismaloya Beach!

At Mismaloya Adventures we are 100% local and we are pleased to announce the start of the 2025-2026 humpback whale watching season.

We are characterized by being environmentally responsible and respectful of the guidelines of NOM - 131 - SEMARNAT - 2010 and NOM - 059 - SEMARNAT - 2010, which establish the specifications for the development of whale watching activities, relating to their protection and the conservation of their habitat.

We invite you to live one of the best experiences that are lived in Banderas Bay, the Humpback Whales (Megaptera novaengliae) visit us in the Bay and it is a great natural sight to see them in their habitation, enjoy what nature and the world give us, they come every winter to mate, court and have their young in Bahia.

We have our current authorized permit.

Nature and Wildlife Tours Half-day Tours Private and Luxury Private Sightseeing Tours Water Tours Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration: 3–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Mismaloya Adventures

Ages: Infants (1–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–50 years) · Seniors (51–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Carbonated beverages: Soda/Pop
Included: Bottled water
Included: Snacks
Included: Private transportation: Comfortable boat, with motor and awning (roof to cover the sun)

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Bay of Banderas

2 hours Admission included

We will look for the great whales from the south side of Bahia Banderas, where we have more opportunity to see them in their habitation sailing, this season they visit us to have their young so it will be a magical moment to see them.

On the boat we will share with you important information about the whales, you will be part of this adventure at all times, helping the captain having his sights on the horizon for the snort (breeze) that the whales generate when they come out to breathe to the surface.
Los Arcos de Mismaloya

30 min Admission included

This was a surprise!

We will take you to know our great treasure that we have from the south side of the Bay "The Arches of Mismaloya"

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Go to the only public street towards Mismaloya beach, we are located between the pharmacy and the first grocery store. Just ask about Chipol or Lily, our place is called Mismaloya Adventures.

End point

Go to the only public street towards Mismaloya beach, we are located between the pharmacy and the first grocery store. Just ask about Chipol or Lily, our place is called Mismaloya Adventures.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.