Marietas Islands Snorkeling & Hidden Beach Experience

4.7 (192 reviews) 4–5 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Discover the spectacular Marietas Islands National Park, one of Mexico's most protected marine reserves and a paradise for snorkeling and wildlife.

Join our marine biologist and naturalist guides as they share insights about the islands' ecosystem, marine life, seabirds, and conservation efforts. Travel aboard a comfortable, safe, and fast boat in a small group of no more than 10 guests for a more personal experience.

Hidden Beach access is regulated by the Mexican government and depends on permits, weather, ocean conditions, swimming ability, and age restrictions. Only 116 visitors per day are allowed, so access cannot be guaranteed. If conditions allow, your guide will take you there at no additional cost.

Whether or not you visit Hidden Beach, this tour offers an unforgettable way to explore one of Puerto Vallarta's most extraordinary natural wonders.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: ECOTOURS VALLARTA

Ages: Adults (8–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: On-board restrooms: Super panga 30 fts
Included: Meals: Box lunch with a sandwich, granola bar, snack, and one fruit
Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: Mask, snorkeling and fins. Helmet and life jacket is mandatory for the hidden beach
Included: Tour led by a Marine Biologist/Naturalist

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees: Marietas Islands national park
Not included: Port fee
Not included: Optional gratuities for the guide and crew.
Not included: Alcoholic Beverages

Itinerary

Marina Vallarta

15 min

Our certified guide will meet you at the office for check in
Marietas Islands

3 hours Admission not included

Our Marietas Islands snorkeling trip is different from other trips! We only take small groups and our trip is really focused on snorkeling and enjoying the beauty of the islands. Discover great beaches and beautiful scenary amongst blue footed boobies and other wildlife.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Address: Proa Street Location 20 in Marina Vallarta. Located near the ramp at the end of Calle Proa, 1/2 block beyond the "8 Tostadas" Restaurant

End point

Address: Proa Street Location 20 in Marina Vallarta. Located near the ramp at the end of Calle Proa, 1/2 block beyond the "8 Tostadas" Restaurant

Using your ticket

Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility your reservation can be confirmed on stand by basis or cancelled after confirmation if there is not enought passengers to meet requierements, We will let you know about your status when we got your booking. In the event of this occurring, our staff will be contacting you a in advance to your date tour and you will be offered an alternative date or full refund.
The national park of Marietas has restrictions, each person has to read and sign if you are agree tthe regulation letter before to take the boat. Once taken is not refundable.
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
Not allowed for pregnant women
It´s important for you to acknowledge that tour operators cannot guarantee the entrance to the Hidden Beach ahead of time. We do our best effort on every visit to get places for our tourists to enter, but it`s not always possible. If we don’t get spots for the entire group, we`ll do a bingo raffle on board in order to offer the same possibility to everybody on the trip. Visitors who don’t get a spot to enter (or that decide not to enter), have to stay on board our boat with the captain for approximately 30 minutes. Park regulations doesn´t allow to snorkel or swim in the Hidden Beach area. During this time, you can relax and enjoy the scenery and the magnificent birds that inhabit the islands.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

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.

Good to know

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Must be followed the rules was established by the by the CONANP (National Commission of Protected Natural Areas) to visit the Islas Marietas National Park. Drones are prohibited in this tour.
The number of visitors that can enter can vary depending on demand, weather, and tide, among others.
It´s important for you to acknowledge that tour operators cannot guarantee the entrance to the Hidden Beach ahead of time. We do our best effort on every visit to get places for our tourists to enter, but it`s not always possible. If we don’t get spots for the entire group, we`ll do a bingo raffle on board in order to offer the same possibility to everybody on the trip. Visitors who don’t get a spot to enter (or that decide not to enter), have to stay on board our boat with the captain for approximately 30 minutes. Park regulations doesn´t allow to snorkel or swim in the Hidden Beach area. During this time, you can relax and enjoy the scenery and the magnificent birds that inhabit the islands.
Only for hidden beach, age limit 10 to 65 years old. Allowance 10 minutes visit on the beach. The use of a helmet and a vest are mandatory
All participants must be able to enter and leave the boat with the help of a ladder.
kids under 8 years old are not allowed on this tour.