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Two guided dives to Los Arcos and Majahuitas followed by a beachside lunch in Yelapa make for a full-day dive trip from Puerto Vallarta. Expect volcanic rock arches, compact reefs, and a laid-back village finish — bring reef-safe sunscreen and confirm certification requirements.
Two guided dives to Los Arcos and Majahuitas followed by a beachside lunch in Yelapa make for a full-day dive trip from Puerto Vallarta. Expect volcanic rock arches, compact reefs, and a laid-back village finish — bring reef-safe sunscreen and confirm certification requirements.
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The boat slips away from the bay and the mainland fades into a low green line; salt spray and the thud of the motor set the pace. Within an hour the first rock towers of Los Arcos rise from clear water — a labyrinth of volcanic arches and cliffs that dare you into blue corridors. Two guided dives here and at Majahuitas reveal compact reefs, swim-throughs and sandy patches where rays glide and parrotfish scrape the rock.
moderate.
7 hours.
Moderate fitness — able to board small boats, handle surface swims and two guided dives.
Many operators require Open Water certification for two-tank dive days; some offer Discover Scuba options — confirm before booking.
Water temps typically range 24–29°C (75–84°F); visibility varies seasonally but often sits between 10–20 m (30–65 ft) in these protected areas.
Boat rides across Bahía de Banderas can be choppy later in the day; take anti-nausea meds beforehand if you're susceptible and sit mid-boat for a smoother ride.
Yes — Los Arcos is within a managed area with rules against touching or collecting marine life; operators typically brief divers on local regulations.
Yelapa began as a small fishing settlement accessible only by boat; the sea and seasonal currents shaped its economy and the climbing volcanic rock that forms Los Arcos.
Los Arcos and surrounding reefs are subject to local protections — use reef-safe products, don’t touch coral and follow your guide’s buoyancy rules to reduce impact.
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