Puerto Vallarta Whale Watching Tour

Activities

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

from 9 reviews

4.8/5

Free Cancellation

Language: English , Italian

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration:2 hours

Instant Confirmation

Guided Tour

e-Voucher

Group Tour

Do this because

Observe humpback whales

Panoramic views of Puerto Vallarta

Listen for whalesong and observe their playful behaviour

What to expect

Every year something magical happens in Banderas Bay – hundreds of humpback whales arrive. These remarkable creatures appear in mid-December, give birth to their young, and stay until March. You'll be in awe of these playful 50-ton mammals leaping and crashing in the waves. Join a boat trip to see them up close before they begin the long journey north.

What's included

Boat cruise

Expert crew and local guides

Refreshments: coffee, juices, soda, mexican burrito and snacks

Lifejacket

Hydrophone

What to remember

Not included: Tips, Photos and extras, Port fee at the marina - 3 USD

Includes transfers from the meeting point. Transfers from individual hotels are not included

Only available during the winter season - usually from mid-December to March

Children aged from 3 to 6 years old are only allowed when you book a private boat

We prioritize responsible and respectful wildlife viewing on all of our dolphin and whale-watching tours, and we try to avoid interfering with their natural behaviours as much as possible. While sightings can't be 100% guaranteed due to this conservation-focused effort, we'll try our best to make sure you see them

Not suitable for wheelchairs

Bring a hat

Bring money for extras or gratuities

Transfers not included

Some entrance fees and optional extras are payable locally

Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time

Subject to weather conditions

English-speaking guide for all nationalities

Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change

This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

Provider

TUI MEXICANA SA DE CV

Booking Fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation Fee

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins

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4.8/5

Based on 10 reviews from verified customers

All ratings (9)

Excellent (7)

78%

Great (3)

33%

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Annie

March 2024

From United Kingdom

Traveled as Alone - 53 years old

Great

The trip itself was great, however the communication regarding the pick up wasn't. Although I had chosen my pick up point as offered via the App, no pick up arrived. Luckily I was able to get a taxi, otherwise I would have missed the trip.

Siobhan

March 2024

From United States of America

Traveled as As a couple - 21 years old

Excellent

This was our second excursion with TB tours and it was fantastic. The service and hospitality was second to none.

Chris

March 2024

From United Kingdom

Traveled as As a couple

Excellent

Ann

March 2024

From Netherlands

Traveled as As a couple - 50 years old

Excellent

Informative guide on boat, saw turtles, dolphins and whales, couldn't ask for more

MrH

March 2024

From United States of America

Traveled as As a couple - 43 years old

Great

The whale watching was very good although not seeing a lot of them but we appreciate it can be hit and miss on the day .Bean bags not a suitable sitting solution on the boat for the elderly , and photographs taken on other trips trying to be sold didn’t go down too well

Paul.

February 2024

From United States of America

Traveled as With friends - 47 years old

Great

The costs for any excursion has increased significantly and most TUI excursions do not include pick up from hotels. We booked 4 x trips and only 1 included collection from our hotel. The others we had to order and pay for a taxi for drop off at a meeting point, which again adds to an increase in costs. However, the trips in Mexico were brilliant, and in particular the whale watching which was epic seeing humpbacks jumping alongside the boat.

David S

January 2024

From United States of America

Traveled as As a couple - 50 years old

Excellent

The tour was perfect , crew and guide were very good . I don’t appreciate the price I paid through TUI , I could have booked it for half with the company. My bad but I won’t make that mistake again.

Cliff

January 2023

From United Kingdom

Traveled as As a couple - 32 years old

Excellent

My only fault was that we would have liked a bit longer trip

Lisa

December 2022

From United Kingdom

Traveled as As a couple - 32 years old

Excellent

Fantastic trip to see the whales guide was knowledgeable. Food and drinks served throughout the trip. Downside was finding the meeting point as taxi dropped us off at wrong place luckily the staff waited for us even though we were 20 minutes late ?? would have been better if transport was available as the marina is quite large. Also you need a jumper at 7.30 in the morning as it’s pretty cold but that our own fault for not thinking. Highly recommend this trip for once in a lifetime experience