4 Puerto Vallarta Adrenaline Activities to Build a Trip Around

1.Extreme Adventure, Wildest Bridge, ATV & Ziplines

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,179 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $129Our pick

Spend about six hours with Vallarta Adventures on seven ziplines, two rappels, rope obstacles, a UTV ride, and a hillside waterslide. The Superman zipline is the star, while guides such as Hector, Fernando, Pamela, and Choche help keep the pace safe and fun. Bring swimwear, sturdy shoes, insect repellent, and dry clothes.

“Amazing day with an amazing crew! Every one of them made it fun and safe and made the younger ones in our group feel very comfortable. The company is very well organized and thought of every detail to make their guests feel at ease. Would definitely recommend them!”

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2.Las Caletas Beach & Adventure Park with buffet lunch and open bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 755 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $159

Cruise from Puerto Vallarta or Nuevo Vallarta to boat-access-only Las Caletas. You’ll have about four hours for snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, cooking, beach time, and family adventure zones, followed by a buffet lunch and open bar. Plan carefully: activity times overlap, and the hilly, sandy paths are hard for anyone with limited mobility.

“We had a very enjoyable and relaxing day. The staff were extremely helpful, safety conscious and fun. The animal encounters and snorkeling were are favorite parts.”

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3.Los Arcos 5 islands Snorkeling Cliff Jumping and Hidden Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 295 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $49

This three-hour Mismaloya Xtreme trip combines an optional cliff jump, snorkeling around Los Arcos, boat rides through arches and caves, and a short stop at a boat-only beach. Guides such as Alfonso, Diego, Arnold, Maximo, and Kiki lead the English-language outing. Pickup begins at the Pemex station in Zona Romántica.

“Fun and relaxing trip. Just the right amount of time. Arnold was a great tour guide. Very family friendly”

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4.Snorkeling at Los Arcos 5 islands Hidden Beach and Cliff Jumping

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · from $44Best value

Spend about three and a half hours traveling from Puerto Vallarta to Mismaloya, then by boat to Los Arcos for snorkeling, rock jumping, and time at a boat-only beach. Guides such as Ivan, Brian, Sebastian, Alfonso, and Kevin have led past outings. Water, drinks, gear, transport, and return service are included.

“Our tour guides Ivan and Kevin were great! We booked in Mid January, the 1 pm tour with 8 adults and one toddler. I believe they take up to 10 people so it was great we ended up with the boat to ourselves. We cliff jumped, snorkeled, saRead more”

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