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Marietas Islands Snorkel Tour & Hidden Beach

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Only 116 persons by day are permitted to get into the hidden beach. Because in Eco Explorer we have more boats with permits than other providers, we have more spots available per day for this activity. 96% of our visitors get into the beach. As a commitment with conservancy, the park has been declaring a free of plastic islands, so it´s good idea to bring your own water container. Our boats are fast, comfortable, and safe, our guides know perfectly how to assist you on the boat, during the in-water activity and hidden beach access. The information provided by our staff and their experience is unvaluable. Hidden beach access is available from Wed - Sun only. Deposit (25USD) of hidden beach is not refundable if you do get to swim to it. (Because of bad weather conditions or spots not available). We also offer a private option up to 4 pax, this option offer more chances to access to the beach. This tour focuses on snorkeling, bird watching and getting to know our beautiful islands.
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  • Permits for national park
  • CONANP (Federal gov) fee
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Boat ride
  • Snacks (Light ham and panela cheese sandwich)
  • Conservacy donation fee to Bahia Unida
  • Drink water
  • Use of life vest
  • Gratuities
  • Boarding fee must be paid in cash when check in. MNX$50
  • Hidden beach ticket (available Wed-Sun) must be paid in cash upon check-in (550 Pesos)
Departure Point

Proa 22, Marina Vallarta, 48335 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico We are located at Marina Vallarta, 5 minutes from the airport. (As a reference we are nearby the Flamingos resort and 8 Tostadas restaurant)

Return Details

Proa 22, Marina Vallarta, 48335 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico We are located at Marina Vallarta, 5 minutes from the airport. (As a reference we are nearby the Flamingos resort and 8 Tostadas restaurant)

  • Marietas Islands, Nayarit, Mexico
    We depart around 9 am from Marina Vallarta. At just 10 minutes, the ameca river provide great views and is the perfect spot to find some dolphins having breakfast. Passing the first hour we arrive the islands, but during the winter, the ocean provides great wild life on the way out like dolphins, turtles, mantarays and whales. Arriving the islands we will provide the snorkel gear and we will teach you how to use the gear and life jackets and provide some information to improove your in water skills to make your activity fun and safe.
    120 minutes
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age to access to hidden beach is 10 years old with an adult on the same group. (Must bring ID of minor and adult)
  • People under any influence of alcohol or any drug are not permitted
  • Max age to access to hidden beach is 65 years old (Must bring ID)
  • The snorkeling tour is for ages 6-70 years old (In this case we recommend private family tour)
  • If you are traveling by cruise please be sure to ask for the arrival time in central time.
  • Pregnant travelers are NOT allowed in our tours due to safety of mother and baby.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
maria_y
31 Aug 2022
Great experience with my kids!!! Our tour guide Luis and captain Javier are awesome!!! Hidden beach at Marietas Island was beautiful!!!
danielvI7916YF
29 Aug 2022
We were fortunate to have great weather, the tides/wildlife cooperated, and we got there early enough that they didn't run out of spots for us. All of which is not guaranteed here. Go into it with the mindset you might not get to the hidden beach and might only get to snorkel and sightsee the islands. It's an hour boat ride to and from the islands. Our guide was great as we toured the island and waited our turn to enter the hidden beach. Once provided helmets by the park rangers it was a mad dash to the mouth of the cave. Once we got managed to get everyone into the cave it was a challenging swim against the current to actually make it to the beach. Eventually we all made it onto the beach and used our limited time there to recuperate and take pictures. Our guide was gracious in taking photos of all our groups, already knowing which angles were the best. After our roughly 20minutes of time on the beach were up we headed back out and back onto the boat. As a first time snorkler I found the experience to be a lot of fun. We got to see a decent variety fish and sea creatures. No luck on a turtle though. An afternoon spent just snorkling would have been great, but this is really about the chance to go to the hidden beach. All in all I consider this the highlight of our trip and well worth the time/money. The one thing I will mention as other people have is that this is a short but difficult swim. Inside the cave it felt like fighting a riptide with the lifejacket and helmet on. Our guide ended up having to assist the weakest swimmer in our group, but there's only one guide to help. A whole group of weak swimmers might not make it through the cave with any time to enjoy it if they need all need assistance. But if you're up for the challenge you will be rewarded.
Gabe_DNVR
26 Aug 2022
Great half-day excursion. Seats on boat were very uncomfortable, no back rests. They could definitely spring for some back cushions on their boats to make the hour long ride to and from the island more comfortable. The time alotted on the hidden beach is less than 10mins. You’re rushed in and out to allow other people to access the hidden beach. That’s the only down side but it’s out of their control. Just be aware of that. The swim wasn’t that difficult for us but other people on our tour definitely struggled. It’s a bit challenging due the strong ocean current and if it’s high tide expect a more difficult swim before you reach the hidden beach. Snorkeling after was great and relaxing. Sandwiches they provide are more than enough to hold you over till you get back on land. All around a beautiful experience and would definitely recommend!
This tour in Puerto Vallarta is organized by Eco Explorer Vallarta

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