13 tours · €32–€117 per person · ★ 4.9
For hiking in Puerto Vallarta, we read every listing and picked 13 tours by hand, all rated 4.5★ or higher. Prices run from €32 per person for a jungle hike with a waterfall swim to €117 for a full day of mountain and waterfall hiking with breakfast. A Puerto Vallarta hiking tour along the coast takes you between beaches, with a bus ride and water taxi included on some routes.
A quick way to choose: check the fitness requirement before choosing a waterfall hike in Puerto Vallarta, as the Mismaloya mountain route requires a high level; beach hikes leave lunch out; and the Botanical Gardens trip includes transport but excludes hotel pickup. The best reviewed hiking tours in Puerto Vallarta come first below.
Explore hidden coastal gems near Puerto Vallarta on our full-day hiking tour. Led by a qualified guide, hike through jungle paths and beautiful coast...
CurielXperience offers you a unique Hiking experience to the most beautiful natural hidden treasures Puerto Vallarta has to offer. Go beyond the beach...
CurielXperience offers you a unique Hiking experience to the most beautiful natural hidden treasures Puerto Vallarta has to offer. Go beyond the beach...
Discover one of Puerto Vallarta's best-kept natural treasures on a small-group adventure to the Sierra de Vallejo Biosphere Reserve. Accompanied by a ...
CurielXperience offers you an unique Hiking experience to the most beautiful natural hidden treasures Puerto Vallarta has to offer. Go beyond the beac...
Are you ready to discover another side of Puerto Vallarta? We start by sailing towards the crystal clear waters of Majahuitas, where we will have the...
If you are visiting Puerto Vallarta and birds are your main interest, count yourself lucky! This paradise is home to nearly 350 species across diverse...
Hike between the jungle and coastline along with localguides that have all the knowledge of the area. Explore outside the city, enjoy the nature, wild...
Enjoy the scenery and outdoors of Sierra Madre Occidental as you go on a hiking tour and learn all about the flora and fauna. You'll top off the tour ...
More than just a hike — this is a full-spectrum nature and culture immersion. Botanical Wonders: Includes full access to the renowned Puerto Vallart...
Discover the hidden beaches close to Puerto Vallarta for an amazing vacation and Instaworthy sights—places only locals can visit. And immerse yourself...
Explore not only the beautiful nature of Quimixto charming town but also its culture. Beautiful beaches, river, mountains, wonderful waterfall and a s...
Discover the tropical forest, hike along the river and learn about local fauna and flora. We 'll take a refreshing dip in the river while enjoying t...
Tours and prices on this page last updated October 16, 2026
Editorial picks checked: October 9, 2026 · Ranked by Reader need, stated fitness, inclusions, duration, rating and review count.. Prices and ratings on tour cards are live. Commissions never affect the order.
We compared 13 Puerto Vallarta hiking tours by duration, stated fitness requirements, transport, food and water activities.
For a half day, Palo María includes shared transport, water and snacks: 4h at €76 per person, 4.96 from 94 reviews; moderate fitness required.
Choose the Public Bus from Meeting Point coastal hike at €41 per person; high fitness and two guests minimum. Confirm total duration with the operator.
Choose the 4h jungle hike for waterfall swimming at €32 per person, rated 4.81 from 236 reviews; moderate fitness required, ages nine to sixty.
| Tour | Best for | Price | Rating | Duration | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palo María Waterfalls Hike | Half day waterfall hike | €76 per person | 4.96★ (94) | 4h | Moderate fitness required |
| Coastal and Jungle Hiking Tour | Demanding coastal hike | €41 per person | 4.98★ (104) | 5h 30m | High fitness; minimum booking of two |
| Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim | Waterfall swimming | €32 per person | 4.81★ (236) | 4h | Ages nine to sixty only |
| Full Day Trail to Six Beaches and Snorkeling | Coastal hike with snorkeling | €35 per person | 4.84★ (612) | 6h 30m | Lunch extra; ages eight to sixty only |
| Mismaloya Waterfalls and Mountain Hike | Full day with breakfast | €117 per person | 5★ (36) | 8h | High fitness required |
| Botanical Gardens Hiking Tour | Garden and river activities | €93 per person | 4.81★ (135) | 6h | River activities depend on weather |
| Local Treasures and Coastal Birds | Birdwatching with a biologist | €109 per person | 4.9★ (84) | 7h | Lunch extra; minimum age eight |
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Explore hidden coastal gems near Puerto Vallarta on our full-day hiking tour. Led by a qualified guide, hike through jungle paths and beautiful coast...
Discover the hidden beaches close to Puerto Vallarta for an amazing vacation and Instaworthy sights—places only locals can visit. And immerse yourself...
Enjoy the scenery and outdoors of Sierra Madre Occidental as you go on a hiking tour and learn all about the flora and fauna. You'll top off the tour ...
Hike between the jungle and coastline along with localguides that have all the knowledge of the area. Explore outside the city, enjoy the nature, wild...
Discover the tropical forest, hike along the river and learn about local fauna and flora. We 'll take a refreshing dip in the river while enjoying t...
More than just a hike — this is a full-spectrum nature and culture immersion. Botanical Wonders: Includes full access to the renowned Puerto Vallart...
Choose Palo María Waterfalls for a half day in the jungle; give Six Hidden Beaches Hike a day of its own if you want a coastal walk. The median outing lasts 6 hours. Of 13 tours with stated durations, 5 take three to five hours and 8 take longer than five hours. For example, Palo María Waterfalls Hike costs €76 per person, rated 4.96 from 94 reviews. Six Hidden Beaches Hike costs €35 per person, rated 4.84 from 107 reviews.
Plan on a shared hike with a separate fare for each person, including when travelling as a couple or family. Look beyond this hiking selection for an outing reserved for your party. 13 of 13 tours are shared; private options: none. The median is €66 per person; the middle half cost €35 to €93 per person. For example, El Nogalito Mountain River Hiking Tour costs €66 per person, rated 5 from 31 reviews.
Start with Palo María if you have moderate fitness; Mismaloya Waterfalls and Mountain Hike calls for high fitness and a full day. The stated requirement is moderate fitness for Palo María Waterfalls Hike, at €76 per person, rated 4.96 from 94 reviews. Mismaloya Waterfalls and Mountain Hike requires high fitness, at €117 per person, rated 5 from 36 reviews.
Operators mark 1 of 13 tours as accessible. Start with that filter for limited mobility; broaden your search if you need both stroller and infant acceptance. The filter for strollers and infants matches none of 13 tours; it requires both to be accepted. For older children, consider the route's fitness requirement and age limits. For example, Coastal and Jungle Hiking Tour requires high fitness: €41 per person, rated 4.98 from 104 reviews. For accessibility, filter first, then confirm with the operator that the route suits the person's needs.
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Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim includes the bus fee and fruit; Full Day Trail to Six Beaches combines hiking and snorkeling, with lunch extra. Use the pickup filter for a hotel start. Hotel pickup is marked on 1 of 13 tours. Included transport does not establish hotel collection. For example, Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim costs €32 per person, rated 4.81 from 236 reviews. Full Day Trail to Six Beaches costs €35 per person, rated 4.84 from 612 reviews.
Choose Botanical Gardens Hiking Tour for garden trails, with river activities subject to weather; choose Local Treasures and Coastal Birds for birdwatching with a biologist. Budget separately for its lunch. For example, Botanical Gardens Hiking Tour includes entry and costs €93 per person, rated 4.81 from 135 reviews. Local Treasures and Coastal Birds costs €109 per person, rated 4.9 from 84 reviews.
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Figures in these answers come from the 13 tours on this page, as of October 16, 2026.