We did 2 tours with Vallarta Adventures and loved both of them! We did luxury snorkeling on one day…read moreand extreme adventures on the next. They took good care of us and made sure to keep us safe on both. Luxury snorkeling was nice and we got to stop at the beach as well. Our tour guide, Manuel was knowledgeable and kind. Everyone else on the boat also took good care of us. We had a blast, saw lots of different fish, had snacks, drinks, and lunch. Loved that we stopped at the beach as well where we were able to take lots of pictures and ride the banana boat! Extreme adventures was also a very nice experience. Some were scarier than others but I still did them and had a great time. I'm glad I got to face some of my fears. The staff was friendly (Enrique, pauline, Erick, joya, Jorge, Katy, Alex, and hector) and they all took such good care of us. I never felt unsafe and knew I was in good hands. Please bring bug spray, there are lots of mosquitoes over there. And be aware if you want to ride the ATVs it's $50 extra non refundable insurance. We opted not to do that and still had fun and didn't feel like we missed much. If you want pictures, buy the picture packet when you book online because it's triple the price if you decide to get it on the spot.

We signed up online before traveling and found the office after we arrived - so you can book in…read moreperson too. Very good organization from the beginning. With the boat tours they tell you exactly when to show up. The computers have all your details and if there's a problem or if you have questions, they help you and are very professional about it. Your ticket is clear- which boat number and trip you're on. They make announcements ahead of time and it's in an orderly fashion. Once on the boat, it's party time. They have different styles of boats depending on your trip but they all are clean and operated by professionals. I'm saying this a lot because when safety matters, you want to know that people are trained for their jobs. We had a highly skilled captain, very entertaining and informative tour guide and many helpful deckhands. We snorkeled (clean equipment), bird watched, saw many whales, sea turtles and went to a secluded beach. All food and drinks provided were tasty and abundant. We arrived back at port safely and highly enjoyed our excursion. If we had more time, we would have done more.

So awesome. 10 out of 10 out of 10. dont overthink this, just book it and have an amazing time.read more

We had a great time on the Yelapa Falls tour with Chica Locca Tours -- overall a really fun,…read morewell-run excursion with an awesome crew. The staff is incredibly attentive and welcoming from the start. Fair warning: the drinks start flowing around 9am, so pace yourself and bring lots of sunscreen -- the sun + cocktails add up quickly. The booze selection is pretty generic, but plentiful, and the snacks along the way are appreciated. The fajita lunch was solid and hit the spot after a morning on the water. Shoutout to Ricky Ricardo, truly the hostess with the mostest -- high energy, fun, and kept the vibe going all day. Luis was also fantastic, constantly checking in and somehow remembering everyone's names, which made the experience feel very personal and welcoming. They even slowed the boat down so we could watch whales, which was a highlight, and having a photographer on board was a nice touch to capture the day. The music on the ride home was a little outdated, but honestly... it just turned into a dance party anyway -- especially once the tequila shots started making the rounds. All in all, a great excursion with a fun crowd, attentive staff, and memorable moments. Easy 4 stars and a solid choice if you're looking for a lively day trip while in Puerto Vallarta.

We absolutely loved Los Veranos! At first we weren't sure what to expect because it's basically an…read moreanimal experience in the jungle, but it ended up being such a fun little stop. There are iguanas, parakeets, monkeys, a python, a lemur and a toucan. You can actually get pretty close to some of the animals you can hold the toucan and go into the monkey area, where you can feed them a little cup of banana purée. My 3-year-old absolutely LOVED seeing all the animals. One tip: if you order something from the menu, you don't have to pay the separate $5 entrance fee to see the animals. We were already going to get a refresher, so that worked out perfectly. Overall, we had a really good experience, but I definitely wouldn't drive an hour into the jungle if this is the only thing you have planned. I'd recommend having a few other activities or stops nearby to make the drive worth it. You also really don't need to spend more than 30 minutes to an hour here. The river water was extremely muddy when we went. Locals told us it was still safe to get in, but personally, I wouldn't risk it. Overall, really fun, especially with kids, and not a bad little stop if you're already in the area!

We took a boat to a small town and then a truck up to Los Veranos, where we were greeted by…read moreenthusiastic and friendly staff. My husband and child went zip lining while I enjoyed a couple of margaritas (best I had in PV) and read in the restaurant. The food was delicious, my daughter loved playing in the river, and we got to hold a toucan, a lemur, and a marmoset. Overall, a fantastic experience at a reasonable price! Something to be aware of--the seats on the boat aren't very comfortable and my back and hips hurt a lot by the time we were halfway across the bay. Taking the truck might be better for people who need a backrest and leg room.

This was a fantastic way to spend our last night of our family vacation. We gave 3 adult kids and…read moreI think they had more fun than we did! The crew was funny and very attentive. The food was surprisingly tasty! Oh and the all you can drink is truly all you can drink. We would do this again.

It's was a great evening fireworks was totally awesome the show was great people were dancing…read morehaving a grand time . Food was surprisingly good I had the steak and lobster so did bob and Donna my wife had the grilled salmon look yo die for . Lots of good and like I said very tasty. Everybody was having a great time I do recommend it

Xiutla Riders was an incredible time ! Our guide Sergio was the freakin man! He was funny and super…read morelaidback. His instructions were clear and easy to follow. It put first timers like us at ease. We first traveled through town and small communities. We made our first stop at a restaurant alongside the water to jump in and have margaritas! After that we went up a mountain and got some great photos opportunities. Finally we stopped at a lunch spot where they offered tequila tasting and lunch. We enjoyed the chipotle chicken. I would 100% recommend this tour. Thank you Sergio !

This tour was WONDERFUL!! Our guide, Agustina, spent time up front with us making sure we were…read morecomfortable with how to operate the ATVs safely and with her hand signals. We were provided with neck gaiters, goggles and helmets. This was a private tour, so just two of us and our guide and a photographer/videographer. (NOTE - make sure you take some photos of your own along the way). So much better than a slow dusty caravan of the group tours. Then, off we went! The first bit of the ride is through city streets to get to the road up the mountain. The cobblestones of PVR gave way to dirt roads and some paved areas at smaller towns along the way. After an hour or so, we stopped at a small bar/restaurant and enjoyed a beverage by a waterfall. We had a great conversation with Agustina about traveling. The road up the mountains has some holes and some puddles so you have to pay attention, and we occasionally encountered some traffic (mostly other ATV tours or buses) and a bull, a donkey, a cat, and several dogs. The speed bumps in the residential areas can sneak up on you, too! The views of the mountains are beautiful and you spend a lot of time running along the Cuale River. We always felt safe and Augustina was a fabulous leader!! When we returned to the office, the videographer had compiled our video and photos to review on the computer. The price was a bit silly $1500 pesos ($100US) for either the photos or the video, $2000 pesos for both. So, we passed on that. We have already recommended the tour to fellow travelers and would even take the same tour again ourselves. Highly recommend!!

Vallarta Adventures was absolutely fantastic from start to finish on our excursion to the Marietas…read moreIslands off the coast of Puerto Vallarta. It was plainly obvious to me that everyone working for them genuinely enjoys their job, and that spirit effused itself into the whole group. The tour starts at the local port, which was easy enough to navigate. Anyone leaving via the port has to pay a simple 4 pesos charge as you are technically leaving the country for awhile and have to be re-screened when you re-enter. Buying this, and the security process on both ends was quick and without issue. They give you a quick orientation, and advise you on what you'll need to have a good day. This same information is in the emails sent to you prior, so none of it is a surprise. If you choose, there are places to buy reef-safe sunscreen, hats, and other items like cell-phone bags for underwater use in the waiting area. Once you get on the boat, it's just a constant party, and our group loved it. Tropical drinks and cervezas flowed endlessly, fresh fruit, energetic music played, and the crew kept you hyped the entire time. The boat ride itself was smooth to all stops, and the wind was refreshing in this tropical paradise. Out first stop was snorkeling on the reef in the Marietas. While this reef is long since sun bleached and fairly devoid of color thanks to climate change and increasing water temperatures world-wide, there is still a fair amount of marine life to see. The guides were helpful and safety conscious but not intrusive. They called people over if they spotted any rare sights. It was enjoyable but not breathtaking. The next stop was a beach party. Swimming, drinks, buffet, waterfalls, and lots of wildlife. Macaus were everywhere. The water was beautiful and clear. The food was absolutely delicious, and much appreciated after the activities. Again, no problem getting a drink, staff eager to serve. The ride back was the biggest surprise, in what could easily be a let down moment, the crew put on basically an 80s and 90s hits lip sync performance and show, complete with costume changes. Super engaging, hilarious, and really... a genius way to earn some more tips and keep a simple ride-back more fun. All and all, would book with this company again if and when I return to Puerto Vallarta.

We used Vallarta Adventures for numerous excursions and enjoyed them all!…read more 1) Rhythms of the night. - amazing show, fine food (dry chicken), and great crew on the boat. 2) Marietta's island- we went snorkeling off Marietta's and saw so many beautiful fish! Followed by going to a beach club for lunch, fine food, and activities there. The Mexican Backstreet Boys was my favorite! 3) sea safari - yelapa and another location which was so beautiful. Horseback riding across a "beach" (hardly a beach but ok). The best crew. Honestly the crews with each excursion were great. Really personable, entertaining, and upbeat.

Gustavo & Vallarta Food Eats exceeded all expectations…read more Stephen accommodated our large group with a private taco tour after dark. Gustavo was a wonderful guide and host, passionate about showing us PV as he grew up here. He was knowledgeable about the history of PV along with the places we ate. The tacos were exceptional and were able to eat a variety of specialties. Do yourself a favor and book this tour. Get out and see the city, while getting a taste of PV.

Try the downtown food tour and if was great. Joane our tour guide was so amazing. So warm,…read morefriendly, and patientl. She answered all the questions and even got extra things such as cactus fruit for people who said they've never tried it. It wasn't even part of the tour. She just did a lot of those little extra things that set the tour apart from others. The place we visited were very local and you really get to discover these gems that you might otherwise not have the courage to step in and try. We were full by the time we were done, but I also got a lot of information regarding the city. I would highly recommend this tour and if possible request Joane as a guide.

Anytime we arrive in PV we have to head to jets. Always at great time. Great staff and…read moreaccompaniments

Wow, what a horrible experience. If you don't want any input on what is going to happen after you…read morespend $1200 for 4 hour boat tour that goes top speed of of 10 kms per hour and doesn't go where you ask. This is still not worth $2. Save you your time and get an inflatable raft and get more action. Pure disappointment.

My wife and I did the taco walk with Memo and it was incredible! It is our second time in Puerto…read moreVallerta and we wanted to branch out of the touristy areas more this time around to see more of the city away from the well known areas. This was perfect and we felt like we got to get a way better feel of what the city is actually like. Also, all the tacos were delicious! Highly recommend!

It was our first time in PV and Vallarta 101 was recommended by many on Reddit. I am so glad I…read morebooked memo for our taco walk 101. We had the opportunity to try tacos that are eaten during the day more so in the morning. He was knowledgeable of the area and his personality added that extra touch. We loved it so much we booked a breakfast tour along with an evening taco tour. By the end of our trip we felt as if Memo is part of our family. We loved everywhere he took us. We loved it so much that we returned on separate days to eat more of the tacos and food he introduced us to. You know he is well known and liked when everywhere we went people would stop to greet him and he remembered each and everyone. We wish him the best success in his endeavors and we can't wait to go back to PV and book his other tours.

Excelente servicio! Desde que comenzamos a tratar lo del transporte todo fue muy claro. Me…read morepreguntaron si nuestra visita se debía a algo especial, les dije que si que era el cumpleaños de mi mamá. Pues cuando llegamos ya estaban ahí Antonio y Paula con flores y pastel para ella .. mi mamá no se esperaba eso, estoy muy agradecida por tan generoso acto y sin costo alguno. También nos ofrecieron agua, cerveza y hasta tequila!! El sábado pasaron por nosotros como acordamos para hacer un recorrido a Punta de Mita y Sayulita. Todo perfecto, la camioneta tenía aire acondicionado, buen sonido donde nosotros usamos Bluetooth para poner nuestra propia música. Nos llevo Antonio a conocer los pueblitos y fue muy amable y cordial. Muy atento! Para dejarnos al aeropuerto fue igual... todo a tiempo, muy profesionales 100% recomendados. Profesionales, puntuales, amables, cordiales, simpáticos, amables, serviciales eso y más son Vamonos Vallarta!

We ordered airport transfer service to go to the Conrad. We booked through Antonio over email. Our…read moreflight got in and we walked outside to Mary in the pink shirt. She had a sign with our name on it outside the airport. Paid her in cash for the full round trip service, They offered us drinks and took us to Sebastian who would be driving us. The drive took about 45 minutes to the Conrad. They returned to pick us up like promised. Arrived when they said they would and took us back in a private car. Definitely worth the service and peace of mind.