Head out across Banderas Bay with Puerto Vallarta Net to Yelapa, a hidden coastal village complete with snorkeling, waterfalls, and artisan culture. Discover why this off-road village is a standout for outdoor adventurers.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good health and able to climb a ladder; walking over uneven cobblestones requires moderate balance.
Wildlife
History
Yelapa is a traditional fishing village with no roads, maintaining a way of life unchanged by modern development for decades.
Conservation
Puerto Vallarta Net promotes sustainable tourism by encouraging use of reef-safe products and supporting the local community economy.
Puerto Vallarta Net
Head out across Banderas Bay with Puerto Vallarta Net to Yelapa, a hidden coastal village complete with snorkeling, waterfalls, and artisan culture. Discover why this off-road village is a standout for outdoor adventurers.
Puerto Vallarta Net is a tour provider that lists and offers a broad catalog of guided experiences around Puerto Vallarta. The company’s available trips span boat and island excursions, adventure land tours, zipline canopy courses, ATV and RZR off-road adventures, horseback rides, fishing charters, whale watching, and themed cruises.
The offering includes multiple Marietas Islands options, such as snorkeling and Hidden Beach visits, as well as catamaran and private island adventures. On land, options range from zipline courses and canopy river experiences to Jorullo Bridge RZR tours, ATV circuits, and mule or horseback rides at El Eden and other ranch locations. Shared departures and private tours are both listed across the catalog.
Puerto Vallarta Net’s trip listings name activities like whale watching ecotours, parasailing, pirate ship cruises, dinner cruises, and a variety of half-day and full-day snorkeling and fishing departures. The business presents combinations—such as ATV + canopy + mules—and themed experiences like tequila tastings or waterfall hikes. The catalog also includes city tours, botanical garden walks, and visits to nearby towns such as San Sebastián del Oeste and Sayulita.
All descriptions on the site identify activity types, common inclusions (for example breakfast, open bar, or lunch on specific Marietas trips), and the primary destinations served. Content is third-party factual and based on the published trip names and summaries provided for Puerto Vallarta Net.
Tours Offered
150
Extensive selection across categories
Boat & Islands
Marietas trips
Snorkel & Hidden Beach options
Land Adventures
ATV & RZR
Zipline, horseback, mule rides
Private & Shared
Tour Types
Private tours and shared departures
Select a tour, compare options, and secure your spot on Marietas Islands cruises, ATV/RZR outings, zipline adventures, whale watching trips, and more today.
Bring biodegradable sunscreen
Protect the marine environment by using reef-safe, biodegradable sunscreen during snorkeling.
Wear sturdy water shoes
Protect your feet when walking cobblestone paths and entering the water near rocky shores.
Prepare for ladder climb
Be ready to climb a 4-rung ladder when boarding or disembarking the boat; it requires moderate agility.
Bring cash for local purchases
Small shops and artisans in Yelapa often accept only cash (Mexican Pesos) for souvenirs and snacks.
Biodegradable sunscreen
Protects skin while preserving marine ecosystems during snorkeling and beach time.
summer
Water shoes
Protect feet on rocky shores and cobbled village paths.
Hat and sunglasses
Shield yourself from strong sun exposure on open water and the beach.
all
Light waterproof jacket
Useful for sudden tropical rain showers during the wet season.
summer