Top 11 Whale Watching in Puerto Vallarta

1.Whale Watching Cruise In Puerto Vallarta & Nuevo Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 398 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $99Our pick

Catamaran whale watching in Puerto Vallarta, Bay of Banderas, with open bar, breakfast, and buffet lunch for about four hours.

“Our boat was slightly delayed clearing the gangway (25 minutes). We contacted Mikes Fishing and told them, they said when you get off head right to the pier, which we did and they were GONE. they are denying us a refund because it wasn’t their fault. (Wasn’t my fault either). Wouldn’t use Viator or Mike’s fishing ever again. Save $20, but lost $200. Total ripoff. I can understand I didn’t make the boat, but to not offer my money back or a future credit makes the nickels worth of savings not worth it. Lesson learned.”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Small-Group Half-Day Whale-Watching Tour in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 334 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $110

Small-group half-day whale watching in Puerto Vallarta with a marine biologist guide, humpbacks in Banderas Bay, lunch, and soft drinks.

“The small group tour was excellent. Highly recommend the crew. Found four groups of whales. What a great experience!”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Ultimate Whale Watching Experience All-Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 218 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $110

All-inclusive Marietas Islands and humpback whale watching from Puerto Vallarta, with Sayulita pickup, open bar, snacks, and water toys.

“Incredible! The staff was amazing! It eas both relaxing and fun. The snorkeling and water toys were perfect”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Whale Watching Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 186 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Puerto Vallarta humpback whale watching by speedboat, with hydrophones, marine expert commentary, light snack, purified water, and conservation fees.

“This was so much fun! The whales did not disappoint. Lila and Captain were they best! This experience is the best. Take the little boat.”

Check availability →Read our full review

5.Whale Watching Adventure – Led by a Marine Biologist

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Puerto Vallarta humpback whale watching with a marine biologist, hydrophone whale sounds, and a small-group boat ride that feels personal.

“Awesome ! We saw 11 whales including two baby whales. Got to some amazing breaches. Crew was excellent. Would definitely plan on going again if we return to PV”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.Whale Watching Guaranteed Experience in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 156 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

High-speed Puerto Vallarta whale watching with lunch, snacks, and a small-group feel, led by standout guides. Humpbacks and dolphins often appear.

“Great experience!! 100% recommend Benji and “the captain”!!! Benji was very knowledgeable and we learned a great deal. Saw lots of whales along with a handful of dolphins. The whole family (parents with 20 something adult kids) enjoyed it.”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.Private Whale Watching Tour in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $760

A private 3.5-hour boat ride in Puerto Vallarta to spot humpback whales in winter, learn marine wildlife, and enjoy lunch on the water.

“We saw so many whales! What a great experience and the team that took us out was professional and so informative.”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.Mega Yacht Whale Watching Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 94 reviews · 3 hours · from $87

3-hour Puerto Vallarta sunset whale watching on a luxury mega yacht with premium open bar, guacamole, snacks, and a city lights return.

“Unreal experience, highly recommend, even if we didn’t see whales, I would still give it a 5 star review for the hospitality and entertainment.”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.3-Hour Whale Watching and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 62 reviews · 3 hours · from $45Best value

Puerto Vallarta humpback whale watching and snorkeling on a 3-hour boat tour, with a guide and life jackets. From $45 pp.

“I hate writing bad reviews however there are a few things could have been made the experience more enjoyable. For starters, this tour is advertised to be a 3 hour whale watching tour. It took 7 hours to get back to the marina. 7 hours!!!. We lost dinner reservations and it was not communicated. The guide never spoke or told anything about where we were going. It felt more like just a boat ride but not a tour. We were happy we got to see some whales but again the guide never talk about them. They drop us off at the Las Animas beach which it was nice but the…”

Check availability →Read our full review

10.Private Whale watching Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $650

Private 3-hour whale watching in Puerto Vallarta for up to 6, with hydrophone, snacks, life vests, and expert guides on Banderas Bay.

“Carlos was so great at explaining the whales and finding them for us, and hector was a perfect captain! For being the end of whale season, we had plenty of wildlife to see (we are guessing about 20 whales and tons of dolphins). This tour definitely did not disappoint and I would recommend it for anyone wanting to see these magnificent animals!”

Check availability →Read our full review

11.Whale Watching in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

Puerto Vallarta whale watching in Banderas Bay, a morning catamaran with an expert marine guide, open bar, snacks, and great odds at humpbacks.

“Wonderful tour. Wasn’t aware they served lunch and drinks so ate first. But good lunch and trip well worth it.”

Check availability →Read our full review