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Spend a day learning to scuba dive in the protected coves of Las Caletas, accessed by a scenic 50‑minute boat ride from Puerto Vallarta. This PADI‑led, all‑inclusive intro includes equipment, lunch, and a guided one‑tank dive ideal for first‑time divers.
Spend a day learning to scuba dive in the protected coves of Las Caletas, accessed by a scenic 50‑minute boat ride from Puerto Vallarta. This PADI‑led, all‑inclusive intro includes equipment, lunch, and a guided one‑tank dive ideal for first‑time divers.
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Operated by Vallarta Adventures · Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
The morning boat cuts through Banderas Bay and the shore of Puerto Vallarta falls away—salt on your lips, gulls trailing the bow, a 50‑minute ride that opens onto the sheltered coves of Las Caletas.
moderate.
7 hours.
Moderate fitness required—able to swim and manage short surface swims and ladder climbs.
No—this is an introductory discover‑scuba experience designed for beginners under direct instructor supervision.
Participants under 10 are not recommended for this program; operators typically require ages 10+ for junior programs and may set different limits—confirm at booking.
The transfer is about 50 minutes each way; conditions vary with swell and weather, and operators monitor safety—bring seasickness prevention if you’re prone to motion sickness.
No—standard PADI recommendations apply: wait at least 12 hours after a single dive before flying to reduce decompression risk.
Las Caletas sits on the southern shore of Banderas Bay, an area historically used by local fishers and more recently developed for low‑density eco‑tourism and protected beach access.
Operators often follow reef‑safe practices—avoid touching coral, use biodegradable sunscreen, and follow instructor briefings to minimize impact on sensitive marine habitats.
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