Exploring Marietas Islands Hidden Beach from Punta de Mita
Description
Embark on a journey to discover the breathtaking Marietas Islands and their hidden beach. • Fall in love with Hidden Beach, also known locally as "Lover's Beach," a natural wonder nestled within a volcanic crater formed millions of years ago by the island's natural erosion. • Explore its coral reefs teeming with beautiful schools of fish. • Enjoy the prickly pear cactus beach with its white sand and venture into the caves formed by the island's volcanic rock. • Be thrilled to observe the more than 80 different species of birds that inhabit the islands, including the rare blue-footed booby, an emblem of these islands. • Visit the stone bridge, a crater similar to Hidden Beach, where you can capture some of the best photos of your entire vacation with your partner or family. Don't miss this opportunity and let us show you our little paradise in the middle of the sea.
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Itinerary
Our adventure begins at the meeting point, where we'll get acquainted and provide you with valuable information for our Marietas Islands adventure. Afterward, we'll board our boat and meet our crew, who will be responsible for transportation, information, and safety during our adventure. Upon arrival at the island, we'll meet the park rangers who protect and care for this beautiful natural reserve. Then, the water activities begin, starting with snorkeling in one of the best areas in the entire Mexican Pacific to enjoy the wide variety of fish and marine life. We'll also visit Playa Nopalera, a small but beautiful white-sand beach where you can take photos and relax. Next comes the best part: Playa Escondida (Hidden Beach). Unique in the world for being inside a beautiful crater below sea level, we'll enjoy being in one of nature's most exquisite wonders. We'll conclude by exploring the surroundings of these islands.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(11)
Very good service, they helped us a lot when we made a mistake with the date. We appreciate the commitment and flexibility. The experience with the Marietas was excellent
Saying that this excursion fell short is an understatement. We booked a child ticket for a 9-year old and were told after we were already out that she can’t go to the beach unless she’s at least 12. Leaving my mother to have to stay back as well to watch after our kid. The waters were SO rough going to the hidden beach that my family truly feared for our lives. We were dragged under the water multiple times and pretty sure I got a concussion from my head being thrown into the rocks 3 times. And then due to rough waters, it felt unsafe to snorkel at their designated spot. We also weren’t able to reach the “relaxing white sand beach” due to these conditions. I completely understand that water conditions are out of their control. HOWEVER, we wish that we would have been offered a cancellation or reschedule. They saw how rough it was but chose to take us out anyway because they wanted to make the money. Im sure at one point we will be able to laugh about this near death experience we had- but for now, no way. We are traumatized and will probably not book through Viator for awhile (refusing to give us any compensation) This was a complete lack of safety and put us all in harms way just to take our money. It’s a shame. I’m sure this is a pleasant thing to do in optimum conditions- but this was not it. Again- risking our safety for the money is incompetent & unbelievably irresponsible. Good luck to those who book this
We had an amazing experience. The Island and the snorkeling spots are pristine and the crew was was too notch. I highly recommend.
Enjoyed our experience. Guides were great-friendly and helpful. Would recommend.
Great experience. Snorkeling was beautiful, but too short and fast moving. It would have been nice to stop in certain spots and enjoy the area, but the guide kept pushing us to move on. Also it would have been nice to have fins
Our family had an exciting day on the sea with Captain Fabian and our guide Benyi. The crew was knowledgeable and made it a fun experience. We snorkled and explored the hidden island beach.
Fabulous day exploring the island. The guides were kind and took care of everything. They took us snorkeling and saw lots of colorful fish. The guides took excellent pictures for us and found the blue footed boobie bird and whales on our way back to the port. Great day!!
Our visit to La Isla Marietas was unforgettable. The experience itself was stunning—truly one of those rare sights that stays with you. The two gentlemen who guided us were exceptional. They explained everything clearly, shared information about the unique bird species in the area, and made sure we were comfortable from start to finish. I don’t even know how to swim, and they helped me get to the hidden beach safely and confidently. Their patience and support meant everything. They offered us water, checked in on us often, and created an environment where we felt completely safe. We arrived early, and they were flexible and willing to begin ahead of schedule. It ended up being an intimate outing with just one other couple, which made the experience even more special. Highly recommended—beautiful, well-guided, and absolutely worth it.
The attention of the captain and Marcos was incredible. Super friendly and they know how to make you feel welcome and very comfortable. Very knowledgeable.
Excellent experience, it exceeded my expectations, the guys on the boat were the best, I would definitely repeat it again.
