
Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall
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Is Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall worth booking?
Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall is a 8-hour experience in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, from $29 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $29 per person
This full-day catamaran trip combines snorkeling and water activities at Colimilla with three hours in Yelapa, a jungle village accessible only by sea. Enjoy breakfast onboard, an included beach lunch, optional waterfall walk, and a lively return cruise with open bar, music, and live entertainment. • Cruise to Yelapa, a jungle village with no road access • One hour of snorkel, kayak, paddleboard, floating island and extreme inflatable at Colimilla • About three hours on Yelapa beach with a lunch dish of your choice • Free walk to Yelapa village and waterfall
What you get
About this experience
This full-day catamaran trip combines snorkeling and water activities at Colimilla with three hours in Yelapa, a jungle village accessible only by sea. Enjoy breakfast onboard, an included beach lunch, optional waterfall walk, and a lively return cruise with open bar, music, and live entertainment. • Cruise to Yelapa, a jungle village with no road access • One hour of snorkel, kayak, paddleboard, floating island and extreme inflatable at Colimilla • About three hours on Yelapa beach with a lunch dish of your choice • Free walk to Yelapa village and waterfall
What's included
Included
- Music and live entertainment during the return cruise
- shrimp cocktail, fish fillet, fish ceviche, beef or chicken fajitas, burger, quesadillas, or vegan
- Life jackets
- Coffee and juice with breakfast
- Snorkel gear, kayak, paddleboard, floating island and extreme inflatable
- Shared double-deck catamaran cruise
- Open bar after the water activities
- Captain, crew, and onboard guide
- Beer, tequila, rum, vodka, whisky, margaritas, micheladas, piña coladas, and soft drinks
- Lunch at Yelapa Beach: 1 dish per person
- Breakfast onboard: chilaquiles with scrambled eggs or pancakes with fruit, yogurt and granola
Not included
- Port fee: 2 USD per person, payable in cash at the terminal
- Crew gratuities
- Personal Expenses
What you'll see and do
Depart Puerto Vallarta and begin the scenic cruise south across Banderas Bay toward Yelapa. Breakfast is served onboard, with a choice of chilaquiles with scrambled eggs or pancakes with fruit, yogurt and granola, accompanied by coffee and juice.
60 minutes here
Stop at Colimilla for about one hour of optional water activities. Enjoy: - Snorkeling - Kayaking - Paddleboarding - Floating island - Extreme inflatable - Swimming and relaxing in the water Equipment and life jackets are provided. Participation is optional and swimming ability is recommended for water activities.
60 minutes here
Yelapa Beach
Continue to Yelapa, a jungle-backed coastal village accessible primarily by sea. Spend around three hours enjoying the beach, swimming, relaxing, and exploring at your own pace. Your tour includes one lunch dish per person, with options such as shrimp cocktail, fish fillet, fish ceviche, beef or chicken fajitas, burger, quesadillas, or a vegan option. After the water activities are complete, enjoy the livelier part of the day with music, a live show, and an open bar, including beer, tequila, rum, vodka, whisky, margaritas, micheladas, piña coladas, and soft drinks. Alcohol is served only to guests aged 18 and over
240 minutes here
Arrive back at the Puerto Vallarta Maritime Terminal after approximately eight hours of cruising, water activities, beach time, lunch, and entertainment.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Puerto Vallarta
Meet at Los Muertos Pier (Muelle Los Muertos) in Zona Romántica. Please arrive by 10:15 AM for check-in and have your booking confirmation ready. Wait at the pier for the catamaran pickup. This boarding point is recommended for guests staying in the Romantic Zone or south side of Puerto Vallarta.
Meeting point
Puerto Vallarta
Enter the Puerto Vallarta Maritime Terminal (Puerto Mágico) and go to Module B, Grupo Naviero de la Bahía counter. Show your booking confirmation to collect your boarding pass. Please arrive by 9:15 AM for check-in. The catamaran departs at approximately 10:00 AM.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet at Los Muertos Pier (Muelle Los Muertos) in Zona Romántica. Please arrive by 10:15 AM for check-in and have your booking confirmation ready. Wait at the pier for the catamaran pickup. This boarding point is recommended for guests staying in the Romantic Zone or south side of Puerto Vallarta.
Ends at
Enter the Puerto Vallarta Maritime Terminal (Puerto Mágico) and go to Module B, Grupo Naviero de la Bahía counter. Show your booking confirmation to collect your boarding pass. Please arrive by 9:15 AM for check-in. The catamaran departs at approximately 10:00 AM.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Boat Trips Club
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $29 to $89
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Boat Trips Club, who run 111 experiences we rank across 15 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.7.
See everything Boat Trips Club runsWhy this scores 55
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Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Puerto Vallarta.
How much does Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall cost?
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Prices start at $29 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Puerto Vallarta usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Puerto Vallarta is not rushed.
Is Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Puerto Vallarta, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Puerto Vallarta can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Puerto Vallarta and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Puerto Vallarta within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Puerto Vallarta?
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On Outty we rank every Puerto Vallarta experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Winner 2026 Downtown Vallarta Food Tour with Vallarta Food Tours, Taco Adventure Evening Food Tour with Vallarta Food Tours, Signature Taco Tour in PV with Vallarta Eats. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Puerto Vallarta?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Puerto Vallarta?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall?
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Included: Music and live entertainment during the return cruise; shrimp cocktail, fish fillet, fish ceviche, beef or chicken fajitas, burger, quesadillas; Life jackets; Coffee and juice with breakfast; and Snorkel gear, kayak, paddleboard, floating island and extreme inflatable. Not included: Port fee: 2 USD per person, payable in cash at the terminal; Crew gratuities; and Personal Expenses. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall?
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Meet at Los Muertos Pier (Muelle Los Muertos) in Zona Romántica. Please arrive by 10:15 AM for check-in and have your booking confirmation ready. Wait at the pier for the catamaran pickup. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa Catamaran Snorkel and Waterfall if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
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