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Whale Watching Ticket

Free cancellation

Language: Spanish, English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours

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See humpback whale in their natural surroundings
Listen to whale sounds via hydrophone

What to expect

The waters off Puerto Vallarta are teeming with sea creatures. On this tour, you'll set sail in search of the most impressive of them all – the humpback whale. And seeing them in their natural habitat offers up the ideal opportunity for those perfect holiday snaps.

Casting off from Banderas Bay, you'll head out in search of one of the largest mammals in the world – the humpback whale. Mexico's Pacific coast is home to huge schools of these fascinating animals and your knowledgeable captain knows just where to head.

Along the way, an expert guide fills you in on a wealth of whale facts as well as plenty of info about other wildlife in the area. As you sail, you'll keep your camera close as these majestic creatures can appear at any moment – and they just love to show off.

What's included

Boat cruise
Lifejacket
Snack
Water
Hydrophone

Where

Meeting point - For Nuevo Vallarta: Paseo de las Palmas 39a, Nuevo Vallarta, Bahia de Banderas, Nayarit
Meeting point - For Puerto Vallarta: Puerto Magico, Heroica Escuela Naval, Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio 30-G1, Zona Hotelera Nte., 48333 Puerto Vallarta, Jal. (-105.2415 W / 20.6529 N)

What to remember

An additional environmental fee of MXN 25.00 per person is not included and is payable directly on the day – this fee goes towards the conservation of whales
Minimum age is 6 years for motorboat safari and 4 years for catamaran
Child prices apply to children ages 4 to 11. Children 12 years and older are considered an adult
Transport not included. Due to local transportation laws, you must take a taxi to the meeting point to start your excursion. The cost varies from hotel to hotel but is around USD 10.00 each way
If your hotel is based in Downtown Puerto Vallarta, and you use the API Marina to access your excursion, an additional tax of MXN 32.00 (approximately) per person will be required. This is a federal tax
Excursion meeting points and time will need to be confirmed with the TUI or Destination Services Rep in the resort (or by phone)
To ensure maximum visibility, this tour is conducted on inflatable motor boats without bathroom facilities
Option to book excursion on a catamaran with open bar and lunch included
Transfers not included
Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
Not suitable for guests who suffer from travel sickness
Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
English-speaking guide for all nationalities
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
Bring money for extras or gratuities

Provider

TUI MEXICANA SA DE CV

Booking fee

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

Cancellation policy

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

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