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Spend a private six‑hour day on the water from Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa. Swim, explore a car‑free village, and—during the rainy season—hike to a dramatic waterfall.
Spend a private six‑hour day on the water from Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa. Swim, explore a car‑free village, and—during the rainy season—hike to a dramatic waterfall.
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Operated by La Vida Bella Private Boat Tours · Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
You push off Puerto Vallarta’s marina and the bay opens around you — wind on your face, bunting on the bow, the mainland falling away into green ridges. Six hours on a private boat gives you time: to drop anchor in a quiet cove, feel the surf slap at a crescent of sand, and row toward a village where cars never arrive and pack mules still climb the trails.
moderate.
6 hours.
Moderate fitness — able to board small boats, walk on sand and uneven trails, and stand during short hikes
The tour is approximately six hours; bottled water and life jackets are included, and shore time in Yelapa is provided.
Yes — there’s ample beach for swimming and operators often offer parasailing; check availability in advance and follow safety instructions.
Infants and small children can ride in strollers and on the boat; cruise passengers must provide ship details and timing at booking and allow time for re‑boarding.
The waterfall is most dramatic in the rainy season, roughly August through November, when higher flows create a better hike and splash pool.
Originally a small fishing and agricultural settlement, Yelapa developed as an isolated coastal community that retained mule tracks and footpaths rather than paved roads.
Tourism here is low‑impact but growing; avoid single‑use plastics, respect local homes, and use reef‑safe sunscreen to reduce environmental impact.
La Vida Bella Private Boat Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Book with La Vida Bella Private Boat Tours
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