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Private Boat Tour to Yelapa
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Private Boat Tour to Yelapa

By La Vida Bella Boat Tours
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Duration: 6h
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Live guide: English, Spanish
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  • water
  • soda
  • snorkel equipment
  • life jackets
  • Bottled water
  • Lime margarita, tequila & beer
  • Guacamole & chips
What's not included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Towels
  • Lunch
  • Port entrance fee $80 MXN pesos per person


Start:
  • K Dock, Marina Vallarta, 48335 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
    Please meet the captain at the second security entrance. At the first security entrance, please let them know you have a boat tour with La Vida Bella.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 42129P2

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
    • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
    • Port entrance fee $2.25 USD per person
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 42129P2

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    • K Dock, Marina Vallarta, 48335 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
      Please meet the captain at the second security entrance. At the first security entrance, please let them know you have a boat tour with La Vida Bella.
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    About the operator
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    • 233meganz
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      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!
      Written July 6, 2024
    • cyc928
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Book La Vida Bella
      La Vida Bella was the perfect boat for our group or 7. It was a smooth and beautiful ride from the Marina to Los Arcos. Unfortunately, due to global warming, the water was rougher, murkier, and colder than usual at this time of year so snorkeling was not the best. Fernando and Fernando were great and made some delicious guacamole.
      Written March 29, 2024
    • Cole C
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing!
      Amazing! Our hosts were great, and it was a great price for a private boat. We even saw dolphins and whales! 5 stars overall, I think they could add more goggles and swimming fins.
      Written January 15, 2024
    • F4965RXruthg
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Awesome snorkeling for a great price
      This is an awesome private group snorkeling trip for a great price! The snorkeling was fabulous at Los Arcos. So many fish! The hosts are great and weren’t in a hurry for us to leave.
      Written September 8, 2023
    • Ranjit C
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Worth trying out!
      Excellent. Particularly impressed by the way the crew showed us the ropes and kept tabs on all six of us while snorkeling at Los Arcos, and helped out where needed. A memorable experience.
      Written August 10, 2023
    • Flyer785524
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Very Very pleased with this charter. Great crew and boat. Guacamole and drinks were great! Caught a tuna & Amber Jack.
      Wow! Great staff and Boat! Caught a couple of fish too. ( Tuna and Amberjack ) Smooth day and really enjoyed the whole experience!
      Written August 3, 2023
    • ljschumack
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Fishing Guide.
      Great Fishing Guide, sure did not disappoint. Fast trip out to the fishing area sand a nice ride back to the dock in front of the resorts.
      Written August 2, 2023
    • 665abet
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wonderful private trip with excellent guides.
      Wonderful trip. Our guides were very kind and informative. They explained about the history of los arcos, Bahia de Banderas and all of the fish and animals. We would definitely book again.
      Written July 23, 2023
    • EBGrimsley
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Top notch experience- best way to take a family/group snorkeling
      We went with 5 people that included 2 young adults, a teenage and us parents. What made this a top-notch experience? Here are the bullet points: +We arrived early, and our crew was ready to take us out. +Equipment (snorkels, life vests, swim mask and fins) were in great shape and fit everyone. +Our crew answered our many questions about PV, what is swimming in the water, etc. +Drinks were immediately offered as soon as we got onboard. +The boat was clean, really clean and very comfortable. There is a canopy that covers the whole boat so there is always shade. The front of the boat has cushions that are about the size of two (2) twin beds so there is an area to lay down. +One of our crew members joined us in the water to show us the best areas and how to avoid the crowds (and yes, those bigger boats show up but only stay 15 minutes) +Guacamole and chips were ready and waiting after we finished snorkeling (about 1.5 hours, which is plenty of time) +The ride back included bottomless margaritas (well made!) and 80's music, something everyone enjoyed. I did LOTS of price shopping and for a family of 5, the price can't be beat.
      Written July 8, 2023
    • I3407TWjenniferm
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fun Day Out
      We were visiting for the day from our cruise ship. Fernando & Mixton created a great outing for our group of 6. We enjoyed touring the Puerto Vallarta shoreline, learning a little history about the area, snorkeling in Los Arcos (we even got to see a sea turtle), and relaxing for a few hours on a quiet beach. Thanks for a great day out! Highly recommend
      Written July 3, 2023
    • 175chadg
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic Private Snorkeling Tour
      Very attentive to questions and needs. Clean boat and spoke very good English. Snorkeling by Los Arcos was amazing!
      Written June 24, 2023
    • ShannaM392
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      This is the best way to snorkel in PV
      Fernando and Mixon are great! The tour was smooth. Mixon guided us in the water to best sights and away from the large crowds. He also makes an excellent bowl of guacamole.
      Written June 24, 2023
    • TammyF369
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Day on the Water
      Fernando and Mitzon were fantastic from meeting us at the dock to our goodbye. Their boat is open air, but the large covering allowed us coverage from the intense sun. They set-up the fishing lines and gave great instructions. We hooked something right away, but it broke free with the line at the boat. It was clear they were using all of their knowledge to find the best spots. The hospitality was fantastic. They gave us space but checked in to ensure we had what we needed in drinks and made us fantasti, fresh guacamole. We had great conversation, and it is clear their pride for Puerto Vallarta is strong. We had a fantasy day on the water. We would all recommend and use them again for a cruise, fishing, or excursion.
      Written June 23, 2023
    • Katherine M
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Boat tour
      Fernando and Mixon did a wonderful job showing us around the shoreline. We got some good snorkeling in and had a fabulous lunch at Las Animas. There were not many people on the beach when we first got there. The service at the restaurant was great!
      Written June 14, 2023
    • 444arlenej
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing personal boat and snorkeling tour with a very friendly and attentive 2 man crew.
      The Captain and his crew mate Mixon were terrific and had a lot of local history and knowledge to share. After a fun hour of snorkeling we were treated to some cold & delicious guacamole and chips and all the drinks you want. A very fun few hours was had by all.
      Written May 28, 2023
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    5.0
    5.0 of 5 bubbles15 reviews
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    Travis S
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2021
    If you're looking for the best private boat charter in Vallarta, you have certainly found it! Fernando and his son were fantastic hosts for our adventure south of Vallarta. Booking via their website was prompt and efficient. Ashley was a pleasure to work with, she was so accommodating with our beer and snack preferences and requests! There were only 4 of us on this trip, but the boat had plenty of space for several more. The boat was clean, comfy, and well equipped. 10/10, I am sending all my friends to La Vida Bella.

    Our trip began with Fernando picking us up at Los Muertos pier. He was on time, and ready to go as soon as we arrived. The cruise down to Yelapa was wonderful! With a few shots of Tequila in our system, we arrived to the beautiful picturesque Playa Yelapa. After a beautiful lunch on the beach, Fernando toured us through the town and up to the waterfall.

    After Yelapa, we cruised over to Playa Majahuitas and snorkeled in the area. We saw a wide range of fish and I even saw a beautiful spotted stingray.

    The final stop of the day was Playa Las Animas. There we sat on the beach, had a light snack, and enjoyed the ocean and light music from the locals.

    I mentioned the gracious flexibility of Fernando on this trip. We initially thought 6 hours would be sufficient, but we ended up nearly 9 hours on the boat because we were having so much fun that we didn't want to leave.

    Do yourself a favor and book with La Vida Bella... You will forever remember this amazing adventure!
    Written April 27, 2021
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    Don C
    Colorado Springs, CO13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2021
    I will validate what so many have already said. This is an amazing tour and Fernando is one of the most hospitable people I've met and a terrific host. We stopped for a quick snorkel on the way to Yelapa and had lunch on the beach after the waterfall. Amazing!!! We never felt rushed to move. Lunch service took extra long due to crowds but since we were on our own boat, there was no hurry. We will be back to do it again!

    Thank you!!!
    Written August 10, 2021
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    Kaylene R
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nov 2021
    Fernando was awesome and the trip was fun, the boat ride amazing and Yelepa is beautiful.
    The only thing that annoyed me was the horse ride that we booked. The little kid who led the horses kept asking me for money all the way up to the waterfall. I gave him a tip at the waterfall and then he kept asking me for money all the way back down so I tipped him again at the end of the horse ride. For this reason I would not recommend the horse ride to the waterfall but that has nothing to do with Fernando or his tour. He was amazing and his tour is awesome. Don't hesitate to book it.
    Written November 27, 2021
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    jugN4884IT
    Dallas, TX14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was our 3rd trip with Fernando and it did not disappoint. It is always the highlight of our trip. The past 2 times we have actually been staying in Sayulita and drive all the way back to the marina in Puerto Vallarta just to go on his tour. His little touches like the homemade margaritas and guacamole help make the trip extra special. He is a wonderful host. We really enjoyed his tour of Yelapa and hunting down the best coconut pie!
    Written June 12, 2021
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    Daniel M
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2021 • Friends
    Fernando (the owner) is really nice and fun and he does everything to make your trip amazing. I have booked that boat several times on different routes and have the best time every time. I highly recommend this boat
    Written August 22, 2021
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    JammaGammer
    Cedar Rapids, IA246 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2021
    Best. Tour. Ever In Puerto Vallarta. I have taken many tours over the years. This year, with the pandemic, I wanted to be safe and still take my guests to Yelapa. We decided on a private tour. I contacted several companies and Ashley replied immediately. She answered all my questions and offered me an excellent price for her 6 hour private tour. We had the boat to ourselves along with captain Fernando and his mate Fernando! They made us comfortable, fed us, served drinks, played great music, and stopped for the all important whale viewing. Fernando has quite an eye for sighting playful whales.
    Once in Yelapa, they made sure our transfer from boat to beach was swift and DRY!. They walked with us up to the falls, literally carrying my 90-year-old mother
    when the climb became too much for her. They were so good to her and to us.
    They have an agreement with Domingo's restaurant where the food and drink is excellent. I do not think you can go wrong with any restaurant on the beach really. But I will never book anyone but La Vida Belle Tours. Thank you Ashley, y Fernando, y Fernando!
    Written January 2, 2021
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    kensterj
    Commack, NY74 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2019 • Family
    Fernando and his crew mate (Fernando) provided an outstanding tour for our family. Our 4 kids absolutely loved their time on the Yelapa excursion. We also did the South Shore Excursion with Fernando and that too was excellent. From the moment we got onto the boat Fernando catered to our every needs including unlimited drinks and fun. Fernando is very nice and informative of Puerto Vallarta and the tour destinations. After one of our tours my wife misplaced her cell phone. We called Fernando and he went back to his boat and searched for the phone. We can't say thank you enough for not only offering such a fantastic tour but also for being so nice. Leaving him was like leaving a family member. Yelapa is such a beautiful village that is only accessible by boat. Experiencing such an authentic Mexican village, where the residents live the ways of the past, was a once in a life time experience. The food their was delicious and the beach was outstanding
    Written April 29, 2019
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    Glock22
    Columbus, NE191 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I researched a lot of options and read several reviews but definitely made the right decision!

    Fernando and Bobby were outstanding, accommodating, informational and so much fun! We took 4 adults and 5 teenagers. Although they came fully stocked with margaritas, we opted for the homemade lemonade and it was delicious. We saw and swam in two private beaches, snorkeled, fed fish, visited the small village of Yelapa (even had a rain the night before and saw the waterfall). We had a great day! It’s a full day but SO worth it.
    Written June 12, 2018
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    raycarloni
    2 contributions
    2.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2022
    Very disorganized. We left 40 minutes late. Breakfast was cold and tasteless scrambled eggs with chips. The snorkeling was fine. We arrived in Yelapa and had to wait for the folks who were paying for extra ATV or horseback rides to disembark. On the surface, that seems reasonable but, by the time we got to the beach there were no more umbrellas and chairs available. We were told to go have lunch. Not a great option, since we just had breakfast. But then we were told lunch would be another wait. We ended up sitting in the resteraunt . It felt like because we didn't pay for extra excursions we were abandoned. Finally, lunch. It was drab, really. On the ride back the entertainment was very loud through horribly cracked speakers. . The reviewcrew and some of the passengers engaged in mimicking explicit perverted sexual acts. I wont describe this. It was outrageous and children were there. On the way home we discovered the tequila was watered down. I know this is a horrible. It fits the day.
    Written October 8, 2022
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    I'm sorry to hear you had a frustrating experience. You have the wrong tour company as this review doesn't fit our profile. Sounds like this was not a private tour and was a booze cruise tour. We do not serve breakfast. We are a private boat and never have to wait for other people upon arrival to Yelapa. If the guests choose to have lunch on the beach, we have a reservation ready at the restaurant. The captain and deckhand are a father son team, they would never engage in perverted sexual acts. Please be careful and make sure you write the review to the correct company.
    Written October 11, 2022
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    Hilda B
    37 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sep 2019 • Couples
    It was a great private boat tour, snorkeling was fantastic, and sea life was so present!! Just a great relaxing day on the ocean with Fernando. Everyone should enjoy a day with Fernando.
    Written July 5, 2020
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