Get off the beaten path just 20 minutes from Puerto Vallarta aboard an ATV that climbs into the Sierra Madre foothills and finishes at El Salto waterfall. Expect dirt tracks, short climbs, a refreshing swim and a tequila tasting.
Get off the beaten path just 20 minutes from Puerto Vallarta aboard an ATV that climbs into the Sierra Madre foothills and finishes at El Salto waterfall. Expect dirt tracks, short climbs, a refreshing swim and a tequila tasting.
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Operated by PuertoVallarta.tours · Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
Sunlight slices between palm fronds as a line of ATVs climbs out of the coastal plain and into the green shoulders of the Sierra Madre foothills.
moderate.
5 hours.
Moderate fitness—able to mount/dismount ATVs, handle bumps and short walks; good balance helps
No—operators provide a safety briefing and basic instruction; previous experience helps but isn’t required.
Yes—most itineraries include a supervised swim in the waterfall’s pools; follow your guide and avoid slippery rocks.
Yes—pickup from a meeting point a short walk from the cruise terminal and transport to the trailhead are typically included.
Minimum age and fitness requirements vary; the tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with serious back or heart conditions.
The foothills around Puerto Vallarta were historically used for cattle grazing and small-scale agave farming; trails often follow old farm roads and seasonal water channels.
Stay on marked tracks to limit erosion, avoid leaving trash at the waterfall, and choose operators who minimize off-trail disturbance and respect private land.
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