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South Shore Private Sightseeing Cruise in Puerto Vallarta

5.0 · 95 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Puerto Vallarta Operated by La Vida Bella Private Boat Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
5h
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission not included, pay on site
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Snorkel at Los Arcos and stop at Las Animas beach on a private tour for your party by boat.

Snorkelling gear, life jackets and water are included; priced per group, with a separate port entrance fee and weather-dependent sailing. 4.99 from 95 reviews at €616 per group/vehicle for 5h.

In our comparison: #5 of 23 in Boat Tours & Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Options and prices

4 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices: per adult for a party of two, or per group where marked. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom
South Shore Sightseeing - 11amThe page priceCruise past the Shoreline of Puerto Vallarta and its most famous landmarks. The Malecon, the Romantic Zone, the big church, and the iconic Los Arcos. Lunch is optional at Las Animas beach. Time: 5 Hrs€616per group
South Shore Sightseeing - 12PMSouth Shore Sightseeing - 12PM€616per group
South Shore Sightseeing - 10amCruise past the Shoreline of Puerto Vallarta and its most famous landmarks. The Malecon, the Romantic Zone, the big church, and the iconic Los Arcos. Lunch is optional at Las Animas beach. Time: 5 Hrs€616per group
South Shore Sightseeing - 9amCruise past the Shoreline of Puerto Vallarta and its most famous landmarks. The Malecon, the Romantic Zone, the big church, and the iconic Los Arcos. Lunch is optional at Las Animas beach. Time: 5 Hrs€616per group

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.

Included and not included

  • Life jackets
  • Bottled water
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Towels
  • Private transportation
  • Port entrance fee $41 pesos or $2.00 USD per person

Reviews

5.0
95 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 95 of 95

Star breakdown of all 95 ratings

5 stars
94 · 99%
4 stars
1 · 1%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Please pay port entrance fee $41 MXN pesos or $2.00 USD per person and walk down to the pier. Boat name: La Vida Bella.
Departure
09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:30 daily; scheduled through December 2028 (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
La Vida Bella Private Boat Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Enjoy a fun-filled private boat tour around Puerto Vallarta with a fully bilingual captain. Admire the scenic views as you travel south and take amazing pictures. Have fun snorkeling at Los Arcos and relaxing at Las Animas beach and enjoy complimentary drinks and music onboard. This private tour is just for you and your group so you have the best of times with family or friends.

Walking, children and accessibility

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

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own

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

Compared with other Boat Tours & Cruises

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This tour · #5 of 23€616 per group5h4.99 (95)private
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Puerto Vallarta Parasailing Experience€7320 min4.95 (282)private
Visit Private Beaches around Puerto Vallarta in a Private Yacht€1363 per group4h4.97 (135)private

Ranked #5 of 23 in Boat Tours & Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €43 to €688, median €73; typical length 4h. 8 of 23 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 23 Boat Tours & Cruises

From €616 per group · South Shore Sightseeing - 11am