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This full-day catamaran experience combines snorkeling at Los Arcos, beach time at Las Ánimas, an optional Quimixto waterfall hike, meals, and an open bar. Start with breakfast onboard, enjoy a guided snorkel in the marine park, then spend around three hours relaxing, kayaking, and having lunch at Las Ánimas. Choose to use part of your beach time for the Quimixto waterfall walk, then enjoy music, games, and an open bar on the return cruise.
• 30-minute guided snorkel at Los Arcos Marine National Park
• Breakfast on board: chilaquiles or pancakes with fruit, yogurt and granola
• About three hours at Las Ánimas Beach with kayak and a lunch dish of your choice
• Optional jungle walk to Quimixto waterfall
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1
Depart from Puerto Mágico and begin cruising across Banderas Bay. Breakfast is served onboard, with a choice of chilaquiles with scrambled eggs or pancakes with fruit, yogurt and granola, accompanied by coffee and juice.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Parque Nacional Marino Los Arcos de Mismaloya
Arrive at the dramatic rock formations of Los Arcos Marine National Park for a guided snorkeling session. Explore the protected waters around the islands and look for local marine life. Snorkeling is optional, and equipment and life jackets are provided. Life jackets are mandatory while in the water at Los Arcos.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Continue south to Las Ánimas Beach, a scenic coastal beach accessible mainly by boat or trail. Spend around three hours enjoying the beach, swimming, relaxing, or taking a kayak out on the water. Your tour also includes one lunch dish per person, with options such as fish fillet, beef or chicken fajitas, cheese quesadillas, burger with fries, or a vegan option.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
4Playa Quimixto
Guests who want a more active experience can visit Quimixto village and take a jungle walk to the local waterfall. The round-trip walk takes approximately 1.5 hours and uses part of your Las Ánimas beach time, so guests can choose between spending more time at the beach or visiting Quimixto. Basic fitness and suitable walking shoes are recommended. Horse rentals may be available locally at an additional cost, and waterfall conditions vary by season.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Arrive back at the Puerto Vallarta Maritime Terminal after approximately eight hours of cruising, snorkeling, beach time, food and entertainment.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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