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Spend a day sailing south from Puerto Vallarta to snorkel the granite arches of Los Arcos and relax on the beach at Las Ánimas or visit the mountain village of Quimixto. Expect clear coves, reef fish, a beachfront lunch, and local culture accessible only by boat.
Spend a day sailing south from Puerto Vallarta to snorkel the granite arches of Los Arcos and relax on the beach at Las Ánimas or visit the mountain village of Quimixto. Expect clear coves, reef fish, a beachfront lunch, and local culture accessible only by boat.
You slide out of Puerto Mágico as the city recedes and the bay opens, gulls trailing the bow like punctuation. Breakfast comes and goes; the boat hums south toward the granite islets of Los Arcos. Clear water laps the hull and the arches themselves lean out of the sea, daring you to drop in and meet the reef.
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Operated by BOUTIQUE TOURS · Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
You slide out of Puerto Mágico as the city recedes and the bay opens, gulls trailing the bow like punctuation. Breakfast comes and goes; the boat hums south toward the granite islets of Los Arcos. Clear water laps the hull and the arches themselves lean out of the sea, daring you to drop in and meet the reef.
Los Arcos National Marine Park is a small cluster of volcanic and intrusive rock that has been shaped by waves into tunnels and caves. The formations now host coral pockets and bright reef fish, while cliffs attract brown pelicans and frigatebirds. South of the arches the coastline loosens into an assortment of beaches and fishing villages—Las Ánimas and Quimixto—accessible only by boat, places where the shoreline culture still turns on palapa restaurants, pangas, and raicilla behind the bar.
On the water you’ll be snorkeling in sheltered coves for roughly 45 minutes at Los Arcos, then choose a beach stop: Las Ánimas for a beachfront lunch and optional activities, or Quimixto for a mountain-backed village and a waterfall ride on horseback. Guides provide masks and fins; the tour includes breakfast, lunch, and an open bar after snorkeling.
Practical edge: arrive at the marina by 9:20 a.m. for a 10:00 a.m. departure, bring reef-safe sunscreen, and keep a small dry bag for valuables. Seas can be calm in the morning and chop up in the afternoon—pack motion-sickness remedies if you’re sensitive. Respect the reef: no touching coral, and follow your guide’s entry and exit instructions to minimize impact.
easy.
7 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be able to climb on/off a small boat and swim short distances.
The tour is approximately 7 hours, departing from Puerto Mágico / Main Marina Pier with check-in at 9:20 a.m. and a typical return around 5:00 p.m.
Yes — masks, fins and basic snorkel equipment are provided, though some guests prefer to bring their own for comfort.
Yes — Quimixto offers a local waterfall hike often reached by short horse rental; that activity is optional and not included in the tour price.
Breakfast and a set‑menu beachfront lunch are included, and the tour lists alcoholic beverages available after snorkeling.
Los Arcos formed from resistant rock outcrops carved by wave action; the nearby villages developed as fishing communities still connected to the bay by boat only.
The marine park protects reef habitat—avoid touching coral, use reef‑safe products, and follow guides’ instructions to minimize disturbance.
BOUTIQUE TOURS operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You slide out of Puerto Mágico as the city recedes and the bay opens, gulls trailing the bow like punctuation. Breakfast comes and goes; the boat hums south toward the granite islets of Los Arcos. Clear water laps the hull and the arches themselves lean out of the sea, daring you to drop in and meet the reef.
You slide out of Puerto Mágico as the city recedes and the bay opens, gulls trailing the bow like punctuation. Breakfast comes and goes; the boat hums south toward the granite islets of Los Arcos. Clear water laps the hull and the arches themselves lean out of the sea, daring you to drop in and meet the reef.
Los Arcos National Marine Park is a small cluster of volcanic and intrusive rock that has been shaped by waves into tunnels and caves. The formations now host coral pockets and bright reef fish, while cliffs attract brown pelicans and frigatebirds. South of the arches the coastline loosens into an assortment of beaches and fishing villages—Las Ánimas and Quimixto—accessible only by boat, places where the shoreline culture still turns on palapa restaurants, pangas, and raicilla behind the bar.
On the water you’ll be snorkeling in sheltered coves for roughly 45 minutes at Los Arcos, then choose a beach stop: Las Ánimas for a beachfront lunch and optional activities, or Quimixto for a mountain-backed village and a waterfall ride on horseback. Guides provide masks and fins; the tour includes breakfast, lunch, and an open bar after snorkeling.
Practical edge: arrive at the marina by 9:20 a.m. for a 10:00 a.m. departure, bring reef-safe sunscreen, and keep a small dry bag for valuables. Seas can be calm in the morning and chop up in the afternoon—pack motion-sickness remedies if you’re sensitive. Respect the reef: no touching coral, and follow your guide’s entry and exit instructions to minimize impact.