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Marietas Islands Catamaran Cruise Ticket

4.2/5
8 reviews

Just off the coast of Puerto Vallarta, you'll find the secluded Marietas Islands – and the best snorkelling conditions in the bay. You'll cruise over by catamaran and discover the submarine beauty of this uninhabited archipelago, exploring the abundant marine life protected by the underwater national park status.

You'll sail across Banderas Bay towards the Marietas. When the captain drops anchor, your guides will take you snorkeling and introduce you to all the creatures that call Marietas home. It's not hard to see why famed oceanographer Jacques Cousteau fell in love with these islands and started the movement to protect them.

Also included is a BBQ lunch at the exclusive Majahuitas Beach Club, which is located at one of the most secluded and beautiful beaches on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. Amid all that natural beauty, you can relax at the club or enjoy activities like snorkeling, paddleboard and kayaking.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Puerto Vallarta
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Language:Spanish, English
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Guided tour
Instant confirmation
Meal included
e-Voucher
Hotel pick up

Why you’ll love this…

  • Catamaran cruise to Marietas Islands
  • Snorkel with local guides to see the incredible marine life
  • Visit the secluded Majahuitas Beach Club for a BBQ Lunch
  • Snorkel, kayak or paddleboard - or simply relax - at the beach club

Important to know

  • Minimum age for diving is 12 years. Child prices apply to children ages 4 to 11
  • Environmental tax not included
  • Do not walk on or touch the island's beach
  • Transport not included
  • Due to local transportation laws, you must take a taxi to the meeting point to start your excursion – the cost varies from hotel to hotel but is around USD 10.00 each way
  • Excursion meeting points and time will need to be confirmed with your TUI or Destination Services Rep in resort (or by phone)
  • If your hotel is based in Downtown Puerto Vallarta, and you use the API Marina to access your excursion, an additional tax of MXN 32.00 (approximately) per person will be required – this is a federal tax
  • Meeting time for Puerto Vallarta is at 07:15am
  • Meeting time for Nuevo Vallarta is at 06:45am
  • An access fee of USD 20.00 per adult and USD 10.00 per child must be paid at check-in
  • Due to federal regulations and in an effort to protect the flight path of endemic birds, drones are prohibited on this tour
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Not suitable for guests who suffer from travel sickness
  • Not suitable for guests with poor health
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring a towel
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • English-speaking guide for all nationalities
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Catamaran cruise
  • Lunch
  • Open Bar
  • Kayak
  • Stand-up paddle boards
  • Snorkeling
  • Equipment

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI MEXICANA SA DE CV


What people say about this experience

4.2/5

All reviews are verified

Based on 8 reviews


Review categories

Value for money

4/5

Service

4.4/5

Safety

4.4/5

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  • M

    Mel and L

    Travelled as a couple


    12 February 2026
    1.4

    United Kingdom

    I felt like from the beginning they were trying to sell us something . We had to get there 45 early so they could sell us breakfast . Then on the boat taking our pictures to sell us photos and the whole excursion seemed like to sell us another trip . Snorkeling we had to wear life jackets and water was cloudy , private beach lots of tours there . Definitely not worth it or the time we spent

  • J

    JojoBush

    Travelled as a couple


    11 January 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

  • B

    Bradley

    Travelled with family


    20 February 2025
    4.2

    United Kingdom

    Don't push that the snorkeling is a great part of the experience. It is avg to less than. Avg at best.

  • J

    JRose Minnesota

    Travelled with family


    14 January 2025
    4.2

    United Kingdom

    The trip itself was great. More time was needed for snorkeling. We saw whales- finally and then then left the spot instead of staying to watch them a few more minutes, we may have seen one breach. Top of boat could not see where guide was pointing for things, frustrating. When we got to the beach we were told to go have fun and they would announce when lunch was ready for us. We never heard and were then rushed to eat and a lot of the food was gone. Snacks on boat ran out as well.

  • M

    Michael

    Travelled with family


    9 January 2025
    5

    United Kingdom

    The guides were top notch and lots of energy and fun! Highly recommend this excursion

  • B

    Bonsai

    Travelled with family


    19 August 2025
    4.6

    Spain

    Lo que mejoraría el total del tour, es que dieran como media ********** más de tiempo en el lunch en la playa, ahí todo,es de prisa y ni siquiera puedes disfrutar de la comida