3-day itinerary · Puerto Vallarta
3 Days in Puerto Vallarta: Ocean and Jungle
This adventure-focused plan suits travellers drawn to marine wildlife, snorkelling and jungle outings, with tequila woven into the mix. Three days move from whale watching and island waters to forest adventures, finishing with Marietas and an evening on the ocean.
Customize this with AIDay 1: Whales and island waters
Focus on the ocean with biologist-led wildlife watching, island snorkelling and a sunset sail.
Morning
Whale and Dolphin Watching with a Biologist in Puerto Vallarta
Search for whales and dolphins with a biologist, bringing a naturalist's perspective to your ocean exploration.
Afternoon
Boat and Snorkel Tour to 5 Islands of Los Arcos
Explore the five islands by boat and snorkel, shifting your attention from marine mammals to the underwater environment.
Evening
Puerto Vallarta Adults-Only Luxury Sunset Sail
Unwind on an adults-only sunset sail, closing an ocean-focused day out on the water.
Day 2: Jungle trails and canopy
Combine an ATV waterfall outing and tequila tasting with canopy adventure and a jungle-set show.
Morning
Private ATV tour with waterfall and Tequila tasting
Take a private ATV outing featuring a waterfall and tequila tasting, pairing off-road exploration with your interest in local spirits.
Afternoon
Zipline Express Tour – 8 Certified Lines
Soar above the jungle on eight ziplines for a canopy-level complement to your ground-based adventure.
Evening
Puerto Vallarta Rhythms of the Night, Dinner Cruise and Alma Show
Combine a cruise with ALMA in an open-air jungle amphitheater, bringing the ocean-and-forest theme into the evening.
Day 3: Marietas and glowing waters
Explore Marietas, deepen your tequila appreciation and return to the ocean for a bioluminescence-focused boat outing.
Morning
Marietas Islands Snorkel Tour & Hidden Beach
Join a Marietas snorkelling excursion to make island exploration the centrepiece of your final day.
Afternoon
Connoisseur Tequila Tasting
Explore tequila through a dedicated tasting, giving your adventure-heavy itinerary a change of pace.
Evening
Bioluminescence & sunset local boat tour to Los Arcos Sanctuary
Take a sunset and bioluminescence-focused boat tour to Los Arcos Sanctuary for another perspective on the ocean.
Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.