Visiting Puerto Vallarta - Part 43

THINGS TO DO :- Sailing & Boating

With over 500 square miles of sea the beautiful and serene Banderas Bay is a sailing dream come true. Looking across this enormous bay sailboat passengers are treated to superb panoramic views. You have spread before you gorgeous beaches and jutting volcanic rocks along portions of the shoreline. While the green jungle hills of the Sierra Madre mountain range provide a breathtaking backdrop. If you are lucky you will also get to see dolphin pods, sea turtles, or during the wintertime, humpback whales.

Ally Cat Sailing in Sayulita Mexico

This family operated business with a friendly, bilingual staff offers daytime sailing, private party cruises and sunset cruises aboard their spacious catamaran. Their first class service includes fabulous food, drinks, activities, state of the art surround sound system, and plenty fun for all ages. Ocean toys include 4 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, boom-netting, snorkel gear, fishing gear, and reef rider. Their main office is in Sayulita, but conveniently their catamaran is docked at the La Cruz Marina which is a 15-18 minute drive north of Nuevo Vallarta. Their rates are also slightly cheaper for those picked up from the La Cruz Marina.

Vallarta Adventures Luxury Sailing Tour in Puerto Vallarta Mexico

The Luxury Sailing Tour by Vallarta Adventures departs from a dock in Marina Vallarta.
They offer premier sailing adventures which include sunset voyages aboard their luxury sailing yachts. On daytime tours you can enjoy a lovely catered lunch and drinks. Sunset tours include delicious snacks and beverages.

ADA Sailing

This tour operator offers two daytime sailing excursions a 4-hour sail (10 a. m. – 2 p. m. ) and a 6-hour sail (10 a. m. – 4 p. m. ), as well as sunset sailing cruises. They also offer fully customized sailing adventures as well as 5-star service. Daytime sailing adventures include breakfast, lunch and alcoholic beverages. Cocktails are available for $5 USD. A pick-up service is available from La Cruz and Marina Los Peines near the Naval Hospital in Puerto Vallarta.

Captain Alberto Custom Tours in Puerto Vallarta

The friendly and knowledgeable Captain Alberto, who speaks excellent English, offers private charters and custom tours aboard the Lucero, a lovely and well-maintained 28-foot panga with full bow cushion, comfortable cushioned seats and plenty of shade from the elements. His family have been in the area for 100 years so Captain Alberto grew up in the Bay of Banderas area. His deep familiarity with the area and the bay makes him a perfect tour guide for your excursion. He has lots of stories and historical information that he loves to share. The Lucero can accommodate 8 passengers and a crew of 2. A wide range of services is offered which include: fishing, snorkelling, sightseeing, whale watching, lunch on specific beaches depending on accessibility or a custom combination of these activities. Snacks and Drinks are provided at cost, or you are free to bring your own with ice and cooler provided.

Continued in part 44.