Public Pier at Paradise Village Shopping Mall, Nuevo Vallarta
Description
Marietas Islands National Park is an ecological refuge that has become a must-see attraction for its spectacular landscapes, reefs and clear waters.
We head out enjoying the beauty of the waters until Marietas Islands National Park where our experienced guides will take you to snorkeling, watching for rare species of birds or just sit back with your favorite drink and take the beauty of the area. Relax on one of the secluded beaches and then catch the afternoon warm breeze as we all sail back to port. For those who enjoy snorkeling, you will find an amazing quantity of tropical fish as well as an excellent chance to see other marine creatures such as octopus, spotted rays and even seahorses and turtles! There are over 100 species of birds!. For those who are more into just enjoy sightseeing, there are stunning cliffs, beautiful isolated coves, caves and rock formations that indeed make the Maretas Islands a photographer's dream!
Whales sightings opportunities from Dec 8th - Mar 15th
Schedule & prices
Runs
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
Start times
8:00 AM and 9:00 AM
Next available
Fri, Oct 23
Adult (ages 9+)
$99
Child (ages 4–8)
$59
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 22.
Tour Options
Marietas Sail
Love Beach
Itinerary
Marietas Islands
Admission not included120 min
Small beautifull Island north of Vallarta
What's included
Included
Domestic Open Bar onboard: alcoholic drinks only after water activities.
Snorkeling gear and life vest. Well sanitized
Paddle boards.
Continental Breakfast and Delly-Style lunch
Not included
Port tax
Access to love beach:controled by the marine park, optional
Transportation to and from the Marina
New Snorkeling tubes available to buy on board
Marietas Islands Island Conservation Fee
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.4
11 reviews
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How it compares in Puerto Vallarta
Starting price $99 is close to the typical $102 for tours of similar length in Puerto Vallarta
Excurgo comparison of 896 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Marietas Sail, Snorkel and Beach take?
Marietas Sail, Snorkel and Beach lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Marietas Sail, Snorkel and Beach cost?
Prices start at $99 per person for this Puerto Vallarta experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Marietas Sail, Snorkel and Beach run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
How much does Marietas Sail, Snorkel and Beach cost for children?
Children aged 4–8 pay from $59, adults from $99.
Can I cancel Marietas Sail, Snorkel and Beach for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Public Pier at Paradise Village Shopping Mall, Nuevo Vallarta. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Marietas Sail, Snorkel and Beach offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 7 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Marietas Sail, Snorkel and Beach worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.4 out of 5 across 11 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by GoPralia.
Reviews(11)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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aura_m
July 16, 2024 · via Viator
GoPralia is a scam, the boat is not.
The Gopralia company that advertises this IS NOT THE OWNER OF THE BOAT, we paid and got confirmation and arrived on time but then the actual boat operators told us they had no registry of our reservation as well as the fact that the Gopralia company had failed to pay them in several occasions, so they wouldn't be able to take us.
Thanks to some very nice people who had booked properly their tour and took us in, we were able to cancel through Viator and jump on the boat with them, the boat indeed was great and the service was excellent. Nonetheless, DO NOT BOOK IT WITH GOPRALIA.
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your experience. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you encountered.
We want to clarify that GoPralia Tours represents more than 100 tours in the best Mexican destinations such as Cabo, Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, and Guadalajara. Like most tour suppliers and operators, we promote a wide range of tours, even though we may not own the vessels or equipment used.
Please be assured that we do not promote tours and activities that have not been inspected, and we only recommend the tours we offer. Our priority is to ensure that our clients have the best experience possible. Unfortunately, issues like the one you experienced can occur, but we strive to avoid them and work closely with reputable partners to provide high-quality service.
We deeply regret the miscommunication with the boat operators during your tour. Our goal is always to provide a seamless and enjoyable experience for our clients, and it is disheartening to hear that this did not occur. We assure you that we are investigating this matter thoroughly to ensure such issues do not arise in the future.
It’s also worth noting that some companies may use negative tactics as a sales strategy. At GoPralia Tours, we focus on providing excellent service and creating memorable experiences for our customers.
We appreciate your understanding and hope you give us another opportunity to serve you better.
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KathleenFreedberg
April 25, 2024 · via Viator
Excellent trip!
It was all great! Lots of fish to see, hidden beach was amazing and the food was delicious. The crew was helpful.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the hidden beach, the abundant marine life, and our delicious food. Our crew takes great pride in providing excellent service, and we're glad they could help make your experience memorable. We hope to see you again for another great adventure!
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Tegan_B
April 18, 2024 · via Viator
Not quite what expected but over all enjoyable
The boat ride and service was awesome. Beautiful trip to the island. We had to use the motor to get there but we were able to sail most of the way back. The boat was smaller than larger tours which I really appreciated (however there was a discrepancy with booking size. I booked a “max occupant 7” sail but there was 13 - still not a big deal). What I would like to say is that the snorkelling was more of a challenging swim and less exciting than expected. Maybe I’m spoiled with snorkelling in Hawaii? Water is only clear enough to see fish very close to the rocks. Also access to the beach isn’t permitted for everyone. It seems there’s a lottery of sorts for people who can go on - look further into this as I didn’t and was surprised to hear I wasn’t allowed on the beach. Only two of the 13 people I went with did. Good bird viewing location. I was excited to see blue footed boobies! As well as a good variation of other birds. We also saw dolphins on the way back in.
Outside of a small let down on the snorkel aspect, the boat ride, food, drinks and atmosphere were great! Very attentive crew.
Operator response
Thank you for your detailed review. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the boat ride, service, and the overall atmosphere of the trip. It's wonderful that you appreciated the smaller group size and the attentive crew. We're sorry to hear that the snorkeling experience didn't meet your expectations and for the confusion regarding the beach access. We will look into these aspects to improve the experience for our future guests. Your feedback is invaluable, and we're happy you still had a great time spotting birds and dolphins. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
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thomasaO3463TC
August 13, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Misleading and Blackmail
Let’s begin..first the sail boat in the picture shown isn’t remotely close to the sailboat they offer. The sailboat you get is run down and in poor condition. Second..they don’t even sail, it’s a three and a half hour slow trip to the island where you are breathing in exhaust fumes from the engine. Not once do they raise the sail.. This isn’t mentioned anywhere in the description. The tour company also sent us 30 mins out of the way to meet this boat even though they also left from PV.
We left the boat at the island and headed back because of the poor conditions and highly uncomfortable ride. What they advertised is not what they delivered. When I requested a refund they said they’d only refund me if I gave them a five star review. That alone should give you an idea of how bad this firm is. Viator ended up providing me a full refund. DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR…!!
Operator response
Thank you for your comments they help us so much to be better, we are working on the description to make it a lot more accurate to avoid this type of confusion on the weather (witch we don’t control) and type of boat offered.
We also are working to avoid confusion on the 5 star request which isn’t our policy of customer service. If we earn it is through out our clients only choice.
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cassy
March 22, 2022 · via Viator
Awesome day trip to Marietas Islands!
Great day trip to Marietas Islands! Staff was great and attentive. Really enjoyed the beach time and also the kayaking. On the boat trip back to PV, the staff entertained us and did a great job of involving all the guests on the boat. Really fun day and I highly recommend!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your comments. We definitely going to share with our staff so they know they are going in the right direction.
Hope to be able to take care of you soon!
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Gerald_L
March 15, 2022 · via Viator
Disappointing
We booked this tour and got confirmation only to have it cancelled at 10:00 pm the night before the tour. We understand cancellations happen not happy that it was so late and gave us no time to book something else.
Operator response
Sorry to hear that, when we have earlier notice we can still do something, it’s always a matter of time.
Please email us to hola@gopralia.mx to give you alternative options , we’ll be very happy to explore them with you.
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Byron_G
March 5, 2022 · via Viator
A memorable sea adventure in Mexico
Whale watching and a swim to the island! There were whales so close you could reach out touch one!! And, the swim to the beach was thrilling.
Operator response
We are so glad you spent a wonderful time with us. Thank you for letting us know, we’ll make sure the staff knows about it, they are going to be so happy!
Thank you again and hope to be able to take care of you soon.
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Pamela_R
January 15, 2022 · via Viator
Wonderful day on Bahia de Banderas
Beautiful sailing trip with with whale and dolphin sightings. The hidden beach is spectacular. Food on the boat was excellent. Thanks so much to Gustavo and the other crew members for providing a wonderful, memorable experience!
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you very much for your comments, they makes us so happy! It’s a great tour and love that our clients think the same!
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L_Mercado
April 14, 2020 · via Viator
A Must Do if you are In Puerto Vallarta Area!!!
We love the Marietar Sail tour, the Capitan Luis and the Crew were great, we had a Great Time Seen whales, Dolphins and Booby blue feet on the island
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
We are glad to know you enjoyed your Trip to Marietas, definitelly a Must tour to do while in Vallarta.
Thank you for your comments, hope to see you soon in Puerto Vallarta.
Please stay safe and healthy, we all be back soon!
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Dmann-20144
February 22, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
False advertising!
We booked an all day sailing & snorkel trip to the Marietas Islands & received a put-put boat ride and an hour of snorkeling. The tour said we would get a continental breakfast and a deli lunch - breakfast was 1 slice of banana bread & a small plate of fruit- 5 hours later we got a paltry sandwich with a wafer-thin slice of meat. Very disappointing... The weather was beautiful & other boats were managing to sail, but not us... We did see many whales & the alcohol flowed freely on the return trip, but other than that it was a long hungry day that I wish I wouldn’t have wasted on this tour
Operator response
Hi, thank you for your comments, they are taken very seriously, they help us improve our service, and in this case the description so you can see all the details of the activity, your description of your experience gives us the feedback to do some changes. And we do sail, but weather permitting.
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