Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 38

Things to do in the Puerto Vallarta area:-

Vallarta Adventure’s Rhythms of the Night

Vallarta Adventure’s Rhythms of the Night tour is the one to take if you are only going to do one tour. If I am ever asked about the best tour to take then Rhythms of the Night is always the one I would recommend. You start with a one-hour catamaran ride out to private Las Caletas with music and an open bar. Then you watch the spectacular show in an outdoor amphitheatre followed by a gourmet buffet dinner under the stars. At the end of the evening, you finish off the return trip on the catamaran as it glides across the ocean with a panoramic view of the city lights reflecting on the water. The New York Times called this tour an “Unforgettable evening under the stars”.

Here is how Vallarta Adventures describes this tour:

“Much of Mexico’s rich cultural heritage is reflected in the stories and folklore of civilizations past. Rhythms of the Night dance performance illustrate how ancient pre-Columbian religions and beliefs influenced the myths, legends and cultures of Mexico. Cruise across the bay, surrounded by spectacular views, until the flicker of torches guides the catamaran into the secluded cove of Las Caletas Beach Hideaway. Enjoy a return journey under the stars with the beautiful lights of Vallarta as our beacon. Haunting flutes and pulsating drums summon guests along a torch-lit path to a pyramid set in the shadowy jungle. In a mystical amphitheatre under a star-studded sky, witness Mexico’s mythological past come alive through the universal language of contemporary dance and music. With a beautiful view of the cove from seaside tables, enjoy a sumptuous and romantic candlelight dinner with delectable offerings fit for the gods. An open bar with a wide selection of beverages and an attentive staff help make your dining experience a meal to remember. ”

Pirate Ship Tour

This tour operator has two pirate ships: The Marigalante and the Jolly Roger The Marigalante is made completely of wood and is an exact replica of the famous Santa Maria ship from Christopher Columbus’ maiden voyage to The New World. With four decks the Marigalante has a capacity of 220 passengers. It has a fully-equipped modern kitchen and a huge dining room The amenities on this ship include 2 bars, a professional sound system, 8 kayaks, 2 inflatable banana boats, boogie boards, life jackets, snorkel fins and masks, lounge chairs for the daytime tour and rustic benches for their evening trip. The daytime tour and activities are more appropriate for families with young children.

The day show is called PIRATE LAND

The Ticket Price Includes Breakfast, lunch and open bar. This is an all-day cruise aboard a ‘real’ pirate ship and features a pirate show, cannon blasts, acrobats, sword fighting, music, dancing, games, contests, buried treasure hunts, beach volleyball, water sports which include kayaking, banana boat rides, and snorkelling. The cruise includes a 2-hour stay at Majahuitas Ecological Reserve or at Las Cargadas which is a secluded beach only accessible by boat.

The day show is called PIRATES OF THE BAY

The Ticket Price Includes Sunset cruise, pirate show, acrobatics, sword fighting, fireworks, dinner with a choice of four entrees or vegetarian options, open bar, music, dancing, and audience participation contests.

Continued in part 39.