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Tours/Puerto Vallarta/Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos

Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos

5.0(62)Puerto Vallarta3 hours
VIATOR5.0(17)TRIPADVISOR5.0(45)
Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos
Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos
Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos
Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos
Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos
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Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos
Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos
Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos
Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos
Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos
Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos

At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Price from
$434 / person
Location
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 62 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
La Vida Bella Private Boat Tours
Meeting point
Please pay the port fee $41 MXN or $2.00 USD per personBoat nameLa Vida Bella.

Description

Take a small private 3 hour boat tour to Los Arcos, an underwater national marine park reserve. Los Arcos is an excellent and very safe snorkel site to start for experienced and not so experienced snorkelers. The reef depth range is from 3-30 feet/visibility between 15-50 feet year round. Fish you can expect to see, angel fish, puffer fish, cornet fish, parrot fish, and damsels that feed on the shallow reefs of Los Arcos.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:00 AM
Next available
Fri, Oct 9
Group price
$434 per group of up to 8

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.

Tour Options

Los Arcos Snorkeling Tour-10am

Los Arcos is an underwater national marine park reserve that is protected by the Mexican Government.

Itinerary

Los Arcos de Mismaloya
120 min

The captain will meet you at the front entrance of Villa Vera Hotel in Marina Vallarta. You will bored the boat and the tour will begin. Heading directly to Los Arcos National Marine park to snorkel and enjoy the scenery and wildlife. The captain will answer your questions and we'll explain the history of this natural Marine park.

What's included

Included
Bottled water
snorkel equipment
life jackets
Not included
Lunch
Towels
Gratuities
Port entrance fee, Los Arcos

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
62 reviews
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How it compares in Puerto Vallarta

  • Rated higher than 79% of 345 reviewed tours in Puerto Vallarta

Excurgo comparison of 907 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Snorkel visability is subject to change
  • If arriving on a cruise ship please notify us by sending us a message. Pick up for cruise passengers will be at the cruise terminal at the pier located in front of the harbor master. Please look for the boat (La Vida Bella) and Captin or Crew with uniform.
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • Port entrance fee $2.00 USD or $41 pesos per person

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 Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos take?

Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.

How much does Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos cost?

Prices start at $434 per person for this Puerto Vallarta experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:00 AM.

Can I cancel Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos 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 Please pay the port fee $41 MXN or $2.00 USD per person. Boat name: La Vida Bella. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos offered in?

The experience is available in EN, ES.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Private Snorkeling Tour to Los Arcos worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 62 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by La Vida Bella Private Boat Tours.

Reviews(62)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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Shanda_S
January 11, 2026 · via Viator
Fabulous time!

Fantastic time - our hosts were lovely and very knowledgeable about the area. Loved it and highly recommend it!

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CoryT301
December 28, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Incredible Small Group Tour!

Great trip, would recommend the small personal tour with great guides. You were able to get a lot more details on Los Arcos and the surrounding areas during the ride to and from the snorkeling. Highly recommend for any group or family in PV!

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Eileen_H
December 12, 2025 · via Viator
Wonderful private snorkeling tour- your requests are granted for the perfect tour!

Excellent service, so glad we did this as a private tour. We were a party of 4 senior citizens, my husband, myself and two sisters with mobility issues. The weather wasn't particularly good the day we went. It was raining and a little blustery. Fernando and Miguel did a great job of trying to keep us comfortable and as we passed by the beautiful shoreline of Puerto Vallarta they would point out different prominent sites. They asked if we wanted to hear music but we preferred to listen to their commentary. They were very knowledgeable. When we got to Los Arcos the current was quite strong. There were quite a few fish right around us as we jumped in the water, however because the current was so strong we only stayed a short time there. Other snorkeling tour excursions were leaving the area also. I have one sister who has significant mobility issues. Not only did Fernando help her with her snorkeling but it took all 3 men to help her back into the boat. At our request to snorkel longer we were then taken to a different sheltered area where Night of the Iguana was filmed. The variety of fish in this location was wonderful-some fish that I have never seen before even with several years of scuba diving. On the return back to the pier some in our group saw a huge whale. Overall a wonderful day despite difficult weather circumstances. Was wonderful having the boat to ourselves.

J
justin_z
November 24, 2025 · via Viator
Worth it, book it.

Easy to find location. Fernando and Fernando were very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. We traveled with our two children and saw plenty of fish and even whales breaching.

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Laura_K
July 4, 2025 · via Viator
We had a group...

We had a group Of four adults and four teens. Fernando and Fernando made the experience one of the best days of our vacation. Thank you!

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X8548ALjacobs
May 15, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing time

The tour was amazing. We went early in the day so there was pretty well no one else in the area. They went in the water with us to show us good spots to view and let us stay in for about an hour or so of snorkelling. I would recommend them to anyone wanting a good time in the water and see all the fish you want

M
melgib718
March 27, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing trip

Fernando and Fernando were an amazing team. Best experience we’ve had on the water. They were very knowledgeable and spoke good English. The water was a little rough but they kept us safe and took us to places we could still see a lot of fish and eagle rays. They kept libations flowing and the guacamole was awesome!

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Renee_I
February 20, 2025 · via Viator
Captain Fernando

Fernando and his son Fernando know and execute customer service. They made the experience worth it. I would recommend this excursion because of Fernando and his son Fernando.

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233meganz
July 6, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience with friendly, professional, and knowledgeable guide!

We had an awesome time! Lots of time to snorkel and relax at the secluded beach! They worked with us in getting a more convenient pick up location, which was nice! We had a super knowledgeable and friendly guide, who also made great guacamole. We would definitely recommend this tour!

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Timothy_Q
April 12, 2024 · via Viator
Private Snorkeling is the Best

The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable, the boat was well maintained and comfortable, and they were very prompt. Both crew members spoke fluent English, which made it much easier for us. They were incredibly attentive and provided snacks and drinks. The snorkeling spot was great and one of the crew guided you around and provided information. Would definitely recommend this small intimate setting over a large boat of strangers. Best experience of the trip

$434/ person
5.0(62)
Duration3 hours
LanguagesEN, ES
ConfirmationInstant
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