Puerto Vallarta Catamaran Cruises: Our Top 9

1.Catamaran Yelapa Beach Tour with Snorkeling, Food and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 23 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $94 per person Our pick

Spend 7 to 8 hours sailing from Puerto Vallarta to Majahuitas and Yelapa. You get breakfast, lunch, snorkeling equipment, one water activity, an open bar, and beach time. Guides such as Alberto and Brown Sugar help keep the boat lively, though the Yelapa landing, loud music, and changing waterfall conditions require some patience.

“We enjoyed the whole experience. Full day of fun 🤩 We enjoyed the hike to the waterfall and lunch on the beach afterwards.”

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2.2 Hours Catamaran Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99 per person

Board at Paradise Village Public Pier for a sunset catamaran cruise along Puerto Vallarta’s coast. You’ll have an international bar, vegan ceviche, dips, tapas, and pesto pasta, plus views from two decks. Live saxophone may set the mood. The boat carries up to 130 people and returns to the pier.

“Fantastic cruise, friendly staff, open bar was great. Don’t do this for the Food ( I’d say it was a 3 out of 10 ), but everything else was fantastic. Being here in January, we saw lots and lots of whales, fairly close by, for at least half the cruise. Awesome experience!”

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3.Catamaran Tour to the Arches, Playa las Animas, Snorkeling and more

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 6 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $92 per person

Spend about 7 to 8 hours aboard a catamaran from Puerto Vallarta, with breakfast, snacks, an open bar, snorkeling at Los Arcos, and beach time at Las Animas. You can choose kayaking, paddleboarding, or extra beach activities, or take the guided 1.5-kilometer walk to Quimixto waterfall. The return ride includes music, games, dancing, and mountain views.

“Beach Boy Tours was unforgettable! Snorkeling at the Arches of Mismaloya was peaceful and full of fish, and we were lucky to see giant whales, making it even more magical. At Las Animas Beach, we picked jet skiing while others hiked to Quimixto waterfalls. With breakfast, lunch, an open bar, and a lively crew, the whole trip felt like a party. Bring extra cash for tips, photos, and beach activities. Totally worth it and highly recommend!”

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4.Tour Yelapas and Mahahuitas in Catamaran with Lunch and Open Bar!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $120 per person

Spend 7 to 8 hours sailing from Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa and Majahuitas with a bilingual guide, breakfast, lunch, snorkeling gear, and an open bar on the catamaran. You choose between a Yelapa walk, beach time, snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boarding, or quiet time at Majahuitas Beach Club.

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5.Isla Marietas Catamaran Tour! Full Day Nature Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 5 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $96 per person

Spend about eight hours aboard a two-level catamaran from Puerto Vallarta to the Islas Marietas. The day includes breakfast, lunch, snorkeling gear, kayaks, paddle boards, music, and an open bar after the island visit. Expect about six hours of boat travel in total and roughly two hours near the islands.

“We had a motor issue but the crew took care of us. We made the best of it and had lots of fun. Still completed our tour, took a little longer than expected but once again the crew was amazing. Definitely recommended”

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6.Islas Marietas – Incredible Tour Catamaran from Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 5 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $92 per person Best value

Sail from Puerto Vallarta to the Marietas Islands on a shared catamaran with breakfast, lunch, snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, music, and drinks on the return. David, Charly, and Alan are among the crew members named in the tour feedback. A visit to Hidden Beach may be offered, but the day is best for active sea time and a lively ride home.

“Best of the best! This tour was amazing and the guys work so hard to make this possible. Thank you David, Charly and Alan !! You guys rock. 💙”

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7.Catamaran Islas Marietas – Snorkel & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $92 per person

Sail from Puerto Vallarta to the Marietas Islands National Park on a full-day boat trip with breakfast, lunch, snorkeling, kayaks, paddleboards, and music. You’ll see Banderas Bay, explore Pacific rock formations, and may visit Hidden Beach. English is offered, but confirm onboard language and vessel details before booking.

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8.Catamaran Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $115 per person

Join Mike’s Fishing & Tours at Paradise Village Public Pier for a 2.5-hour sunset sail across Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay. You’ll have an international bar, vegan ceviche, tapas, pesto pasta, soft music, a saxophonist, and crew entertainment. English and Spanish service is available, with wheelchair access noted.

“The tour itself was great. Open bar, saxophonist and staff were great. The view of the sunset and length of tour was fantastic - we even got to see whales! Getting on the boat was weird. The directions were correct but everyone just kinda stood there until someone came out and had half the group write their name on a sheet and then stopped. It would have been much better if someone was directing everyone before that. I didn’t deduct stars but the food was meh. Eat beforehand or bring your own food.”

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9.Islas Marietas Experience! Catamaran Nature Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $96 per person Top rated

Spend about eight hours aboard a two-level catamaran from Puerto Vallarta, with roughly six hours at sea and two hours around the Marietas Islands. You’ll get breakfast, lunch, snorkeling gear, kayaks, paddle boards, music, and an open bar after the island visit. The crew also keeps watch for whales.

“Highly recommended tour. The entire crew was friendly, attentive, and genuinely supportive throughout the experience. We were lucky enough to see whales on both rides, and the Marietas Islands eco tour was absolutely worth it. A truly memorable experience from start to finish.”

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