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Luxury Sailing

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

6 hours
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore the curvaceous coastline and iridescent waters of Banderas Bay on a half-day sailing tour from Puerto Vallarta. Sail upon the shimmering sea; swim in crystal clear blue water; and discover the incredible natural wonders of Banderas Bay. Snorkel in a secluded cove and enjoy included beverages and delicious lunch as you cruise on your luxurious vessel. Combine the unadulterated pleasure of sailing with pampering on this delightful excursion.

Sailing adventure on Banderas Bay
Swim and snorkel with all equipment provided
Chance of seeing humpback whales, wild dolphins, manta rays and sea turtles
Lunch, snacks and beverages included

What's Included

Day Cruise
Lunch
Snacks
All Beverages

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
A port fee of MXN 40 must be paid in cash before boarding your boat.

Meeting and Pickup

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Start time

09:30 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Depart from Marina Vallarta and begin your aquatic odyssey on the iridescent waters of Banderas Bay. Listen to an informative safety briefing before you board your stylish sailboat and discover the spectacular selection of activities available throughout the day.

Sail around the blissful Banderas Bay, admiring rugged rock formations and feeling the gentle ocean breeze on your skin. Stop at a beautiful beach and plunge into the transparent waters to see the magnificent marine life with your experienced guide. Enjoy a refreshing swim in the protected waters of a secluded cove before lying on the soft white sands of the beach.

Lie back on a cushioned onboard mattress as you sip an ice-cold beverage and awaken your senses to the serene sounds of the sea. Observe the water for dolphins, humpback whales, manta rays and turtles as you cruise gently across the ocean. Feast upon a delicious lunch during your return journey to Marina Vallarta, enjoying the scrupulous service of the courteous crewmembers.

Bay of Banderas

6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Minimum age is 10 years, no exceptions
Please be advised that Mexico's Federal Maritime Ports operate a strict No-Drug Policy, including electronic cigarettes, vapers, and all kinds of drugs. Please be advised not to bring them to any of our tours. We cannot offer a refund or change of day for any guest to whom Federal Security has denied access.
Not wheelchair accessible

Toilets are located on the lower deck
Most travelers can participate
To enter the water we jump off the boat and to get back on board we use small metal ladders.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Suellen_S

The food and drinks were exceptional. The crew was very friendly and accommodating. My hat blew off and the captain turned around and retrieved it for me. Loved this experience and would definitely refer friends.

Reviews

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PV luxury sailing trip

Cal_B, Apr 2024

Luxury sailing trip was outstanding from beginning to end. Customer service & safety were top priorities. Everyone on the cruise had a great cruise. Was private yet sociable unlike a party boat. Was served fresh fruit, fresh ceviche, snack lunch & a fresh fruit tart. All drinks were made individually & fresh. No weak pitcher mix like party boats. Used a motor to travel to the beach area & rocks to snorkel & other activities. Sailed back. All depends on wind. Overall highly recommended. Thanks again to Captain & crew for a wonderful day.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Hola Cal, Thank you for your glowing review of our luxury sailing tour! We're thrilled to hear that your experience with us was exceptional from start to finish. Ensuring the highest standards of customer service and safety is paramount to us. It's wonderful to know that you found the balance between privacy and sociability enjoyable. We take pride in offering fresh, high-quality refreshments and personalized drinks, as well as providing a variety of activities for our guests to enjoy. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back aboard soon! Warm regards,

Fun day fun crew

Suellen_S, Mar 2024

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Hola Suellen, Thank you for your glowing review of our Luxury Sailing Tour! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the exceptional food and drinks, as well as the friendly and accommodating crew. It warms our hearts to know that our captain went above and beyond to retrieve your hat. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming your friends aboard! Warm regards,

We had a great time and...

Tim_A, Mar 2024

We had a great time and yes, we would absolutely do it again. Enjoyed the food and drinks. The crew was hospitable and took care of our every needs. Loved the experience ❤️

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Hola Tim, Thank you for choosing our luxury sailing tour! We're thrilled you had a fantastic time and would love to welcome you aboard again. Delighted to hear you enjoyed the culinary offerings and our attentive crew. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to hosting you again soon! Warm regards,

Cruise 2024

Paul_A, Mar 2024

It all was amazing and so was the crew. The only thing is the professional pics were not for our group but another group on the boat. The pics are amazing but would like to get the file.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Hola Paul, We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your luxury sailing tour and found our crew amazing. We apologize for the confusion regarding the professional photos. Rest assured, we'll ensure you receive the correct files promptly. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to welcoming you aboard again soon! Warm regards,

Feel like friends!

Janice_V, Mar 2024

Amazing crew, friendly, fun, and impeccable service! The boat was comfortable and easy to lounge on. Got enough wind to sail for the last few hours. It was our second time with Sailing Adventures. They earned their 5 stars!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Hola Janice, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our friendly crew, impeccable service, and comfortable boat. Sailing with us for the second time and awarding us 5 stars means the world to us. Looking forward to welcoming you back for another luxury sailing tour! Thank you for choosing us! Warm regards,

Worth it

Keith_S, Feb 2024

Great trip. Saw tons of whales. Very relaxing and luxurious. Food was tasty. Drinks a plenty. Fun staff

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Hola Keith, We're thrilled you enjoyed the abundance of whale sightings and found our atmosphere relaxing and luxurious. Delighted to hear you relished our delicious cuisine and plentiful drinks. Our lively staff is always committed to ensuring you have a fun-filled time. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Warm regards,

Great Crew! Whales!!!

Grace_C, Feb 2024

The sail boat ride was a great choice for our vacation. The best part was the staff, chef and captain! Great crew! The food was delicious and alcohol was flowing! Haha. We saw at least 5 whales, as well as dolphins! My only critique was that it was a bit over crowded. But other than that it was a lot of fun!

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Hola Grace, Thank you for choosing our Luxury Sailing tour for your vacation! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the experience and found our staff, chef, and captain to be excellent. It's wonderful to hear that you had the chance to see whales and dolphins! We appreciate your feedback and we hope to welcome you aboard again soon! Warm regards,

Fantastic afternoon whale watching

Michael_T, Dec 2023

Excellent trip. Crew was amazing. The food was fantastic. We only had 11 people on the boat. Saw a ton of whales and dolphins. Would will definitely do this again. Thank you so much

Amazing

Justin_H, Dec 2023

This was the best money I’ve ever spent… Sergio and the crew were amazing. This will be on my to do list whenever I come to PV

We had an amazing day....

Donna_S, Sep 2023

We had an amazing day. The crew, the food, the drinks all top notch. Definately recommend this tour.

Great crew, food and snorkeling

Rain_B, Aug 2023

The snorkeling was a highlight! Not much wind, so cannot comment on the sailing. Food was excellent especially the shrimp ceviche!

Amazing boat trip

Annie_C, Jun 2023

Great sailing experience around the Bay on a modern yacht. . Food & drinks were as advertised. Bring seasick pills if you're not used to it.

Wonderful experience once again

junia_p, May 2023

Great service and arrangement from the crew! Good food and great fun on board, saw dolphins riding along us on our way back! Super cool!

Highly Recommend

meyersb112, May 2023

Where to begin. This was a spectacular trip. It is slow season in PV. There were only 4 people on the sailboat and we had the best time. The food was delicious, the crew and the captain were personable and attentive. We swam in the cove and floated on a big roll out lily pad. The sailing on the way back was thrilling. The captain heeled the boat and we enjoyed a true sailing experience. Best trip ever.

Nice way to spend a day

Nancy_G, May 2023

Fun day trip. Crew was skilled and friendly. Food was much better than the average day cruise fare. Would definitely do again.

Perfect experience!

Cynthia_T, Apr 2023

Very attentive crew, excellent hospitality, delicious light lunch, would definitely book with them again.

Lovely day of sailing with a small group of 18

Kris_G, Apr 2023

Great day of sailing, relaxing, and enjoying the beautiful coast! We stopped to look at a mother and baby whale! The water was too cold for us to get in, but we did climb on the water carpet during our stop in Bandaras Bay. Others swam to shore or paddle boarded. It was a lovely day made even better by two (2!) unexpected amazing meals.

Lovely day trip aboard nice sailboat.

Tim_D, Apr 2023

The boat was very nice and comfortable. The staff was friendly, very conscious of our safety . The sailing was wonderful and the food was y to be best we’ve ever had on an excursion like this.

Whales and a welcoming crew

Aziz_A, Mar 2023

Had a great time with Jay and Angel crewing our tour! We went on a Sunday but even though it was a weekend there were only 11 of us guests on board. The sailboat was modern and comfortable and the crew took great care of us, very friendly and we always had a drink in hand. Food was perfect for sailing, light delicious appies. We motored for the first half and then it was windy enough for us to sail back! Had 1.5 hrs to swim in a small cove which was lovely. Saw some whales breaching on the was back! Definitely recommend bringing a hat that won’t blow off your head, light layers to block the sun, and making friends with other guests while you’re waiting to depart.

Need to do more sailing.

Bill_B, Mar 2023

They did a good job but we did very little sailing. About 80% of the time we were motoring. We were expecting to spend the day sailing so it wasn’t really what we wanted. We suggest the spend more time sailing.