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Spend a full day exploring Islas Marietas by boat — kayak narrow coves, snorkel over reefs, and finish with a beachfront BBQ at Majahuitas. Expect wildlife sightings, multilingual guides, and hands-on water activities on this 7‑hour eco-adventure.
Spend a full day exploring Islas Marietas by boat — kayak narrow coves, snorkel over reefs, and finish with a beachfront BBQ at Majahuitas. Expect wildlife sightings, multilingual guides, and hands-on water activities on this 7‑hour eco-adventure.
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Operated by Vallarta Adventures · Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
The aluminum hull slips out of the marina and the bay opens — wind shaping the wake, gulls eyeing the bow. Within an hour the rocky silhouettes of Islas Marietas appear: craggy volcanic islets carved by waves and time. Guides brief the group, straps click, and the day becomes a rhythm of paddles, masks and salt on skin.
moderate.
7 hours.
Moderate fitness: comfortable with short swims, getting on/off a boat ladder, and some paddle time
Not on this specific departure — the operator states that this excursion does not offer access to the hidden beach.
Yes — snorkel and kayak equipment are included, plus options for stand‑up paddleboarding at Majahuitas.
Families are welcome but non‑swimmers should wear life jackets; the tour requires moderate physical ability and boarding via ladders.
No — this option is not suitable for cruise passengers due to timing conflicts with local schedules.
The Marietas were long used for fishing and later targeted by military testing in the early 20th century; protection measures and national-park status followed to restore habitats.
Strict park rules limit access to sensitive sites, prohibit drones and smoking, and encourage reef‑safe practices to protect seabird colonies and coral habitats.
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