📅 Availability: Daily
⏰ Departure Times: 8:00 AM / 12:30 PM
⏳ Duration: Approx. 4 hours
🎯 Focus: Whale watching · Nature · Marine education · Relaxation
⚠️ Important: Port fee + conservation fee not included.
📸 Camera
🧢 Hat or cap
🕶️ Sunglasses
🧴 Biodegradable sunscreen
💵 Extra cash for fees or tips.
- 🚤 Scenic catamaran cruise
- 🐋 Whale watching guided by a marine biologist
- 🎧 Hydrophone to listen to whale songs underwater
- 🥗 Deli-style lunch (vegan & vegetarian options available)
- 🍇 Snacks, fruit & refreshing beverages
- 🗣️ Bilingual guide
08:00 AM / 12:30 PM – Departure aboard the catamaran
Navigation + whale watching using hydrophone technology
12:00 PM / 04:30 PM – Return to the marina
🧒 Infants: 0–4 years · Children: 5–11 years · Adults: 12+
💵 Not included: Conservation fee $25 MXN per person
💵 Not included: Port fee $40 MXN per person
🐋 Sightings guaranteed from Dec 20 to Mar 1
🚫 Drones not allowed by federal regulation
🚫 No refunds available
Child: $34 USD – Ages 5–11
Infant: $14 USD – Ages 0–4
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What the experience is like
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The official whale watching season runs from December 8th to March 23rd.
January and February are considered the best months for whale sightings in Puerto Vallarta — if you visit during this time, don’t miss this amazing experience!
There are no age restrictions. This catamaran tour is perfect for families with small children and very comfortable for seniors, thanks to the vessel’s spacious and stable design.
In addition to our Catamaran Whale Watching Adventure, we also offer the Whale Watching Speed Boat Tour: See more. This faster-paced tour offers a closer and more dynamic view of the whales.
It means following safety and distance guidelines to prevent collisions and avoid disturbing the whales, ensuring their well-being and a safe, respectful encounter for all passengers.
Humpback whales are the most commonly sighted during the winter months. Occasionally, you may also spot other species such as Bryde’s whales, minke whales, orcas, and bottlenose dolphins.
We recommend comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light sweater for the ocean breeze.
Yes! A delicious selection of food and beverages is included on board — perfect to enjoy while watching the whales in their natural habitat.
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Cancellations with at least 48 hours’ notice: full refund (minus a 1–5% administrative fee).
Less than 48 hours: non-refundable.
Date changes: subject to availability; preferably requested 48 hours in advance (in exceptional cases, up to 12 hours before the activity).
Weather: if the activity is canceled, you may reschedule or request a refund depending on the activity.
Medical reasons: with a medical receipt or certificate, a refund may be evaluated.
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