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Board a small boat from Puerto Vallarta and glide to Los Arcos de Mismaloya, where limestone arches and coral shelves frame clear snorkeling swims. This short, guided trip mixes easy cruising with hands-on marine viewing—turtles and rays are possible sightings.
Board a small boat from Puerto Vallarta and glide to Los Arcos de Mismaloya, where limestone arches and coral shelves frame clear snorkeling swims. This short, guided trip mixes easy cruising with hands-on marine viewing—turtles and rays are possible sightings.
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Operated by Vallarta Bionature tours · Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
The boat slips away from Puerto Vallarta's south bay and the city recedes into a line of roofs while the Pacific opens. Wind pulls at your hat, gulls wheel above, and the limestone arches of Los Arcos rise from the water—rock faces scored by waves and home to caves that dare you to peer inside.
easy.
2–3 hours.
Suitable for most people with basic swimming ability; some comfort in open water helps.
No—tours provide basic briefing, life jackets, and guides; comfortable swimmers will get the most from the trip.
Common sightings include colorful reef fish, parrotfish, and occasionally sea turtles or rays—sightings aren’t guaranteed.
Snorkel equipment and life jacket, bottled water, and a light sandwich are included; transportation to the dock depends on booking details.
Yes if they are comfortable in the water; operators typically supply child-sized life jackets—check age restrictions when booking.
The Mismaloya shoreline rose in prominence during the 1960s film industry era, but local fishing communities have long used the bay’s reefs for sustenance.
Los Arcos is a designated marine park with rules to protect reefs—avoid touching coral, use reef-safe products, and follow guide instructions to minimize impact.
Vallarta Bionature tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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