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Bioluminescence & sunset local boat tour to Los Arcos Sanctuary

4.8 · 426 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 97% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Puerto Vallarta Operated by Vallarta Bionature Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
17:20, 17:30, 17:40, 17:55, 18:10, 18:20 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Head by boat to Los Arcos Sanctuary for birdwatching and a swim to observe bioluminescence, with sunset or dawn departures described.

A life vest, welcome drink and all fees are included; children under twelve cannot join. 4.85 from 426 reviews at €56 per person for 3h.

Best for: Book the sunset departure to swim and look for bioluminescence: 3h at €56 per person; ages twelve and up. 4.85 from 426 reviews. Boat Tours & Cruises comparison

Trade-off: Children under twelve cannot join.

In our comparison: #21 of 30 in Snorkeling & Los Arcos Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: October 9, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €56 per adult.

Included and not included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lifevest
  • Welcome drink

    Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 9 October 2026.

    Reviews

    4.8
    426 ratings
    Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

    97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 413 of 426

    Star breakdown of all 426 ratings

    5 stars
    384 · 90%
    4 stars
    29 · 7%
    3 stars
    6 · 1%
    2 stars
    4 · 1%
    1 star
    3 · 1%

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    Meeting point and route

    Meeting point

    Where
    We will meet in Margaritapv (margaritagrill)” in romantic area. If you arrive before check in time mention and inform the staff (waiters or hostesses) that you are coming to the bioluminescence tour and wait at a table for your guide. Your guide will be right at the entrance to the restaurant.
    Departure
    17:20, 17:30, 17:40, 17:55, 18:10, 18:20 daily; scheduled through November 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
    Return
    This activity ends back at the meeting point
    Pickup
    No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
    Operator
    Vallarta Bionature Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

    About this tour, from the operator

    Enjoy a boat ride around the bay watching a beautiful sunset or sunrise as you head to a marine wildlife sanctuary to watch birds and swim in bioluminescence at nightfall.
    Just imagine you look like you're swimming in the stars or the sky.
    Bioluminescence is an event where phytoplankton shines in the water, manifests as blue light, it is something you should definitely live once in your life!!
    We have departures at dawn in case the dates you want to reserve is full moon time.

    Limit group size: 14 people

    -under 5 years old cannot attend for security.
    No minors in your arms for safety.

    Walking, children and accessibility

    The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

    Walking and health

    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Children

    • Not allowed for hours and security under 12 years

    Accessibility

    • Public transportation options are available nearby

    Good to know

    • Food included Welcome drink
    • Age rule Not allowed for hours and security under 12 years

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    • 1+ days: Full refund
    • 0-1 days: No refund

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    Puerto Vallarta snorkel tour at Los Arcos€723h4.96 (125)shared

    Ranked #21 of 30 in Snorkeling & Los Arcos Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €30 to €153, median €56; typical length 4h. 5 of 30 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 30 Snorkeling & Los Arcos Tours

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