All Inclusive, 6 Hours
Chica Locca Tours runs this six hour all inclusive day at the national park, rated 4.8 across 771 reviews.
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Marietas Islands Tours: Prices, Access Rules And Departures
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- $67lowest per-person from-price in the lineup
- $67 to $168Shared Tour Prices · per person, the lowest to highest from-price across the 20 shared boat tours with a published price
Puerto Vallarta, Islas Marietas Tour with BBQ Lunch at Majahuitas
from $79 per person
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- Duration
- 7 hours
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Run by
- Vallarta Adventures
Marietas Islands Tours By The Numbers
MXN 125
Park Entry Fee · per person per day, as listed by CONANP; seniors, retirees, people with disabilities and children under 12 are exempt. Tour listings differ on whether this is in the ticket
Tuesday to Sunday
Park Days · 8:00 to 18:00; the Playa del Amor site is open Wednesday to Sunday, 8:00 to 17:00
9 km
From Punta de Mita · 4.85 nautical miles to the islands; from La Cruz de Huanacaxtle it is 11.84 nautical miles
6 of 30
Hidden Beach Landing Included · tours put the landing in the ticket price; another 9 sell it as an optional paid extra, and the rest leave it out or do not say
9 hours
Longest Day Out · the longest catamaran cruise listed; the shortest speedboat trips run about 2.5 hours
Marietas Islands Tours By Trip Style
Catamaran And Full-Day Cruises
All Inclusive, 9 Hours
This nine hour, all inclusive Live & Travel Tours cruise from Puerto Vallarta spends the day around the islands, rated 3.6 across 76 reviews and priced from $87 per person, with free cancellation.
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Snorkel, Kayak, 6 Hours, Meal
Six hours with Chica Locca Tours built around water play, with snorkeling, kayaks and Playa Nopalera.
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BBQ Lunch At Majahuitas, 7 Hours
Seven hours with Vallarta Adventures: Marietas snorkeling plus a BBQ lunch at Majahuitas.
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Optional Hidden Beach, Snacks Included
An Eco Explorer Vallarta snorkel trip pairing reef time with Hidden Beach, rated 4.8 across 1,033 reviews, from $99.
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Naturalist Guide, Snorkel, Box Lunch
Ecotours Vallarta runs this naturalist-led snorkeling trip with a box lunch, with Hidden Beach attempted but never guaranteed, rated 4.7 across 192 reviews, from $133.
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Shark's Hidden Beach, 3 Hours
Three hours from Punta de Mita with the Hidden Beach landing included in the ticket, rated 4.8 across 161 reviews, from $157.
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Grimar Hidden Beach Entry, 3 Hours
Grimar Adventures Punta Mita runs this three hour group trip from Punta de Mita that includes the Hidden Beach landing in the ticket, rated 4.8 across 117 reviews and priced from $157 per person.
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Collective Boat, 2 Hours 30 Minutes
This 2 hours 30 minutes trip from Punta de Mita puts you on a collective boat bound for the Marietas Islands.
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Private, 4 Hours, Optional Hidden Beach
A private four hour charter with Eco Explorer Vallarta whose listing promises Hidden Beach access for your group only, though tide and park rules still decide, with the MXN 600 Hidden Beach fee paid in cash.
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Private Safari, Meal Included
A private Oceanus Lifetime outing pairing Hidden Beach with surf, rated 4.9 by 81 reviews.
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Private Snorkel, 2 Hours 20 Minutes
A 2 hour 20 minute private snorkeling trip around the Marietas Islands, run by Shark's Tours from Punta de Mita.
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| Tour | Length | Meets | From | Rating | Book |
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| BBQ Lunch At Majahuitas, 7 HoursVallarta Adventures | 7 hours | Puerto Mágico Terminal | $79 | ★ 4.31,150 reviews | Check availability |
| Optional Hidden Beach, Snacks IncludedEco Explorer Vallarta | Not stated | Marina Vallarta Docks | $99 | ★ 4.81,033 reviews | Check availability |
| All Inclusive, 6 HoursChica Locca Tours | 6 hours | Shown on the booking page | $130 | ★ 4.8771 reviews | Check availability |
| Naturalist Guide, Snorkel, Box LunchEcotours Vallarta | Not stated | Marina Vallarta Docks | $133 | ★ 4.7192 reviews | Check availability |
| Shark's Hidden Beach, 3 HoursShark's Tours | 3 hours | Punta de Mita | $157 | ★ 4.8161 reviews | Check availability |
| Grimar Hidden Beach Entry, 3 HoursGrimar Adventures Punta Mita | 3 hours | Punta de Mita | $157 | ★ 4.8117 reviews | Check availability |
| Private, 4 Hours, Optional Hidden BeachEco Explorer Vallarta | 4 hours | Marina Vallarta Docks | See live price | ★ 4.886 reviews | Check availability |
| Private Safari, Meal IncludedOceanus Lifetime | Not stated | Punta de Mita | See live price | ★ 4.981 reviews | Check availability |
| Nuevo Vallarta, Open Bar, 6.5 HoursAll PVR Tours | 6.5 hours | Paradise Village Pier | $168 | ★ 4.681 reviews | Check availability |
| All Inclusive, 9 HoursLive & Travel Tours | 9 hours | Puerto Mágico Terminal | $87 | ★ 3.676 reviews | Check availability |
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Best Months For Marietas Islands Tours
Sea Temperature (C)24.523.923.924.927.428.429.630.330.229.627.725.2
Humpback WhalesPeakPeakLate seasonSeason starts
- Under 24.5 C
- 24.5 to 26 C
- 26 to 29 C
- Over 29 C
- Not named
- This month
January
Typical figures for January
Rain (mm): 37 Rain Days: 2
Sea Temperature (C): 24.5
February
Typical figures for February
Rain (mm): 12 Rain Days: 1
Sea Temperature (C): 23.9
March
Typical figures for March
Rain (mm): 4 Rain Days: 1
Sea Temperature (C): 23.9
April
Typical figures for April
Rain (mm): 4 Rain Days: 1
Sea Temperature (C): 24.9
May
Typical figures for May
Rain (mm): 18 Rain Days: 2
Sea Temperature (C): 27.4
June
Typical figures for June
Rain (mm): 227 Rain Days: 15
Sea Temperature (C): 28.4
July
Typical figures for July
Rain (mm): 362 Rain Days: 20
Sea Temperature (C): 29.6
August
Typical figures for August
Rain (mm): 380 Rain Days: 21
Sea Temperature (C): 30.3
September
Typical figures for September
Rain (mm): 429 Rain Days: 20
Sea Temperature (C): 30.2
October
Typical figures for October
Rain (mm): 125 Rain Days: 9
Sea Temperature (C): 29.6
November
Typical figures for November
Rain (mm): 24 Rain Days: 2
Sea Temperature (C): 27.7
December
Typical figures for December
Rain (mm): 21 Rain Days: 2
Sea Temperature (C): 25.2
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| Month | Sea Temperature (C) | Rain (mm) | Rain Days | Humpback Whales | Season |
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| December | 25.2 | 21 | 2 | Season starts | Dry season |
| January | 24.5 | 37 | 2 | Peak | Dry season |
| February | 23.9 | 12 | 1 | Peak | Dry season |
| March | 23.9 | 4 | 1 | Late season | Dry season |
| April | 24.9 | 4 | 1 | None in season | Dry season |
| May | 27.4 | 18 | 2 | None in season | Dry season |
| June | 28.4 | 227 | 15 | None in season | Wet and hurricane season |
| July | 29.6 | 362 | 20 | None in season | Wet and hurricane season |
| August | 30.3 | 380 | 21 | None in season | Wet and hurricane season |
| September | 30.2 | 429 | 20 | None in season | Wet and hurricane season |
| October | 29.6 | 125 | 9 | None in season | Wet and hurricane season |
| November | 27.7 | 24 | 2 | None in season | Dry season |
Shared Boat, Small Group Or Private: Marietas Islands Tours Compared
| Catamaran Cruise | Puerto Vallarta Snorkel Boat | Punta de Mita Small Group | Private Boat | |
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| Length | 6 to 9 hours | 3.5 to 7 hours | 2.5 to 4 hours | 2 hours 20 minutes to 4 hours |
| Price from (USD) | from $81 per person | from $79 per person | from $67 per person | from $369 per group |
| Meals and drinks | 12 of 12 list a meal; 11 list an open bar | 3 of 7 list a meal; 1 lists an open bar | 1 of 6 list a meal; 1 lists an open bar | 1 of 5 list a meal; 1 lists an open bar |
| Hidden Beach landing | 1 includes the landing; 3 sell it as a paid extra; 1 leaves it out; 7 do not say | 1 includes the landing; 2 sell it as a paid extra; 1 leaves it out; 3 do not say | 3 include the landing; 2 sell it as a paid extra; 1 does not say | 1 includes the landing; 2 sell it as a paid extra; 2 do not say |
| Departs from | Paradise Village Pier; Puerto Mágico Marine Terminal (API) | Los Peines Pier; Marina Vallarta; Paradise Village Pier; Puerto Mágico Marine Terminal (API) | Punta de Mita (Corral del Risco) | Marina Vallarta; Punta de Mita (Corral del Risco) |
| Tours listed | 12 | 7 | 6 | 5 |
Where Marietas Islands Tours Depart
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Departure Docks
- BBQ Lunch At Majahuitas, 7 Hoursfrom $79
- Optional Hidden Beach, Snacks Includedfrom $99
- Naturalist Guide, Snorkel, Box Lunchfrom $133
- Shark's Hidden Beach, 3 Hoursfrom $157
- Playa del Amor (Hidden Beach)In The Park
- Playa EscondidaIn The Park
- Marina Vallarta Tour DocksDeparture Docks · 36 km from Islas Marietas National Park in a straight line
- Puerto Mágico Marine TerminalDeparture Docks · 36 km from Islas Marietas National Park in a straight line
- Paradise Village Marina Nuevo VallartaDeparture Docks · 30 km from Islas Marietas National Park in a straight line
- Punta de Mita Tourism Cooperative AreaDeparture Docks · 11 km from Islas Marietas National Park in a straight line
- Los Peines PierDeparture Docks · 36 km from Islas Marietas National Park in a straight line
Where To Stay Near The Boats
Paradise Village Beach Resort and Spa
Nuevo Vallarta
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Hotel Meson de Mita
Punta de Mita
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Melia Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive
Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta
Check ratesMarietas Islands Tours FAQ
Can I Still Visit Hidden Beach At The Marietas Islands?
Yes, with limits. Daily visitor caps, groups of up to 15, Monday and Tuesday closures.
How Much Does A Marietas Islands Boat Tour Usually Cost?
Prices run from $67 for a shared Punta de Mita snorkel tour to $369 for a private boat, with most options in between.
Which Departure Towns Do Marietas Islands Tours Leave From?
Puerto Vallarta (Marina Vallarta, the Puerto Mágico terminal and Los Peines pier), Nuevo Vallarta (Paradise Village pier) and Punta de Mita (Corral del Risco).
Is Hidden Beach Access Guaranteed When I Book A Marietas Tour?
No. Some listings include the landing in the ticket and others sell it as an optional extra, but tide, sea state and park rules decide on the day, and no operator can promise entry, whatever the listing title says.
How Many Hours Do Marietas Islands Boat Tours Usually Last?
Roughly 2 to 9 hours. Short trips leave Punta de Mita, while catamaran days from Puerto Vallarta take the longest.
Can I Cancel My Marietas Islands Tour If Plans Change?
Yes. Every tour listed here offers free cancellation under the terms shown on its booking page, so plans can flex.
Marietas Islands Guides And Answers
Guides
Best Time To Visit The Marietas Islands: Month By Month
Blue-Footed Boobies Of The Marietas Islands: When And Where To See Them
Catamaran And Sailing Tours To The Marietas Islands
Do Marietas Islands Trips Run In Hurricane Season?
Free Things In Puerto Vallarta
Hidden Beach In The Marietas Islands: What It Is And How Tours Get You In
Hidden Beach Rules: Closure Days, Group Limits And What Is Banned
How Much Does A Marietas Islands Tour Cost?
Marietas Islands And Whale Watching Combo Tours
Marietas Islands From Puerto Vallarta: Boat Times, Pickups And Tour Types
Marietas Islands From Punta de Mita And La Cruz de Huanacaxtle
Marietas Islands Snorkeling: Where Tours Stop And What You Can See
Marietas Islands Trips From Nuevo Vallarta, Bucerias And Sayulita
Marietas Islands With Kids Or Non-Swimmers: Who Can Do Hidden Beach
Park Fee And Wristband
Private Tours And Charters
Punta de Mita: Staying Near The Boats To The Marietas
PV Boat Tours Compared
PV Snorkeling Beyond Marietas
Small Group Vs Large Boat
What To Bring To The Marietas Islands: Gear, Clothes And What Is Banned
Answers
- How Long Is The Boat Ride To The Marietas Islands?
- Is A Marietas Islands Tour Worth It?
- Is Hidden Beach A Nudist Beach?
- Is Hidden Beach Worth It?
- Is Puerto Vallarta Safe?
- Is The Boat Ride To The Marietas Islands Rough?
- Punta de Mita Vs Puerto Vallarta
- Snorkeling The Marietas
- Swimming To Hidden Beach
- Visiting Without A Tour
- Water Depth At The Marietas
- Whales On Marietas Tours
- What Is The Prettiest Beach In Puerto Vallarta?
- What The Islands Are Known For
- Where Is Playa Del Amor, And Is It The Same As Hidden Beach?