Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Enjoy a small-group marine eco-activity where you'll be able to witness the power and gentleness of magnificent animals: Humpback whales. You will be guided into the wonders of whales, by a specialized guide ( biologist, ecologist or naturalist). The boats are small and have a bathroom. The tour will follow the regulations for the activity, so you will enjoy it as much as possible, without disturbing the whales. Join in and meet these amazing and graceful giants and become a responsible whale watcher!
Professional guide
Soft Beverages
Lunch
The listed price does not include a $40 pesos per person port tax, payable at the time of tour check-in. The departure tax is required by our local supplier and/or the local transit or governing authority and is not within our control.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
Souvenirs (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Departure Point
Condominios Marina Sol Int. 3y4, Marina Vallarta, 48354 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Rain or shine the tour will depart.
Seasonal operating December to March
Minimum numbers of travelers apply. If not met, booked guest will be offered a refund or date change
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.
718libbyb
23 Apr 2024
This was an amazing expereince. We saw 16 whales in our 3 hour tour. I loved how well we were able to see them while keeping a safe distance from the whales. I also loved learning about whale behavior and hearing them "talk". The tour guide was fun, funny and smart. The boat was very comfortable and the boat captain was expert. Thanks so much!
kellymarie_12
23 Apr 2024
I've watched whales from Puerto Vallarta's beaches but decided to take a tour this year. I wanted a tour that would bring me close to whales, teach me about them, and also respect the whales. Vallarta Natours does all that and more! We saw several different whales and at one point there were dolphins swimming along both sides of the boat. Towards the end Thalia put a microphone into the water so we could listen to the whales as well. My friend and I loved this tour, I will absolutely go again on a future trip!
Gay_W
22 Apr 2024
Our marine biologist was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable! This is only a two person crew and it was a nice sized group for this vessel. They could maneuver quickly to keep up with the whales and they made sure we were able to take advantage of the whales and dolphins that were still in the bay. We highly recommend them!
This tour in
Puerto Vallarta
is organized by
Vallarta Natours
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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