15 Bar & Cantina Nights in Puerto Vallarta to Build a Day Around

1.Yelapa Waterfall, BBQ at Exclusive Majahuitas Beach & Open bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 760 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $99Our pick

Spend about seven hours sailing from Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa and Majahuitas with guides such as Danny, Dani, or Poncho. Walk to a waterfall, snorkel, kayak, paddleboard, eat a BBQ lunch, and enjoy drinks aboard the boat. Expect a lively group outing, not a quiet beach escape.

“This was the best excursion I have ever been on. It was so beautiful and fun. The entire staff was extremely friendly, helpful and entertaining. Food was phenomenal too. Absolutely recommend this tour!”

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2.Las Caletas Beach & Adventure Park with buffet lunch and open bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 755 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $159

Cruise from Puerto Vallarta or Nuevo Vallarta to boat-access-only Las Caletas. Spend about four hours on beaches, snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, jungle paths, cooking classes, and family adventure zones, with buffet lunch and open bar included. Extra-cost options include spa treatments and scuba.

“We had a great time at Las Caletas. Lots of activities for all ages. The staff were wonderful and made our trip very enjoyable.”

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3.Luxury Yacht & Snorkel with All inclusive Open bar and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 754 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $119

Cruise Puerto Vallarta’s Bay of Banderas aboard a Leopard catamaran limited to 40 people. Expect a scenic ride, snorkeling near Majahuitas, paddleboards, lunch, and an onboard premium open bar. The route may include Los Arcos and the Malecón, depending on sea conditions.

“Bring sunscreen and dramine if you’re prone to motion sickness. Had a wonderful time! Great crew! Fun time.”

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4.Bean to Bar Chocolate Workshop in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 381 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $62Best value

At ChocoMuseo Puerto Vallarta, a guide such as Rodrigo, Martin, Elias, or Zoar leads you through cacao’s Mexican roots, roasting, shell tea, hot chocolate, and hands-on chocolate making. You choose toppings for bars to take home. The small group is in English and welcomes ages five and up.

“Learned so much about cocoa from the Mayans to Europeans. We had my 91 yo mother-in-law who uses a walker & my Deaf, legally blind, developmentally delayed, mobility impaired adult daughter. The stairs to the 2nd floor has hand railings. There was AC. You sit on counter height stools. Zoar taught a great class, was so friendly & caring & we all had fun learning & shelling cocoa beans, making cocoa tea, various hot cocoa & chocolate bars. Highly recommended!”

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5.Puerto Vallarta Luxury Sailing with Premium Open bar & lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 301 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $129

Sail Banderas Bay from Marina Vallarta on a six-hour outing with lunch, premium open bar, snorkeling, and paddleboarding. The crew may visit Los Arcos or a quiet beach, depending on sea conditions. Recent crews have included Sergio, Rubin, Christian, and Walter.

“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!”

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6.Full Day Tour Isla Marietas with Meals and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 60 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $115

You’ll sail from Puerto Vallarta to the Marietas Islands on a shared catamaran with snorkeling gear, breakfast, lunch, kayaking, paddleboarding, and drinks. Expect a long boat day, short water activity periods, extra conservation fees, and a demanding swim for Hidden Beach access.

“We had a beautiful ride to Marietas Island.. We loved this adventure! We did the hidden beach, which was absolutely beautiful and so cool. You had to swim out a short distance from a smaller boat to get there. Then, there were caves you could go into. A must see to believe. We actually saw blue footed boobies, which are rare to see. We snorkeled and saw some beautiful fish including Puffers, which I love. I can’t tell you how many whales we saw!!! One whale circled our Catamaran and breached itself 5 times!! Unbelievable! We also saw dolphins and a crocodile once we got back to the port. Our…”

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7.Private Luxury Yacht Sunset Cruise with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $810

Sail privately from Marina Vallarta to Los Arcos and back in about three hours. Captain Philip, Captain Carlos, Ernesto, Nico, and Victor have all been praised for attentive service. Expect a clean yacht, open bar, charcuterie, city lights, and possible whale sightings.

“We had a great experience with Phillip and the crew despite some mediocre weather. They were attentive and the food and beverage service was excellent. Highly recommend for large groups and great service. The boat was very well kept and clean. No complaints!”

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8.Luxury Yacht Tour with Lunch and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 23 reviews · 5 hours · from $119

Sail south from Puerto Vallarta to Majahuitas Cove for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, and beach time. The five-hour cruise includes lunch, an open bar, towels, and gear. English- and Spanish-speaking guides lead the trip, with Charlie singled out for warm, attentive service.

“Excellent Day Activity - They offered upgrade of snorkeling and my husband loved it.”

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9.Catamaran Yelapa Beach Tour with Snorkeling, Food and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 23 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $94

You’ll sail from Puerto Magico to Majahuitas for snorkeling and water sports, then reach Yelapa by tender boat for lunch, beach time, and a waterfall visit. Guides such as Alberto and Brown Sugar lead the onboard entertainment, with breakfast, drinks, and a two-hour party ride home.

“We enjoyed the whole experience. Full day of fun 🤩 We enjoyed the hike to the waterfall and lunch on the beach afterwards.”

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10.Gay Luxury Sunset Cruise with Premium Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $139

Cruise Puerto Vallarta’s Bay of Banderas aboard the gay-owned 48-foot yacht Escándalo. You’ll get a welcome cocktail, premium open bar, fresh hors d’oeuvres, WiFi, music, and three hours of sunset views with an LGBT+ friendly group of up to 15 people.

“This was a fantastic sunset cruise and the highlight of our vacation. We've been on many other day cruises and this was by far the best. The owner, captain, and crew were outstanding and extremely attentive. The drinks and hors d’oeuvres were delicious. We saw several whale breaches and a big variety of birds. The sunset was beautiful. The tour guide was very experienced and knowledgeable about everything we saw. We had a great time and learned a lot about the area and nature.”

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11.Secret Agave Bar Crawl in Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $98

Start at El Tasting Room at 5 p.m. with an agave guide such as Gio, Edgar, or Geo. Visit five Puerto Vallarta bars and restaurants for racilla, pulque, tequila, mezcal, sotol, cocktails, and food, with transportation included.

“Edgar rocks. Best food and tequila tasting ever. What a great way to spend an evening.”

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12.Marietas Islands with Open Bar and Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $95

Join Get Routa at Puerto Mágico for an 8 to 9 hour boat trip from Puerto Vallarta to the Marietas Islands. You’ll get breakfast, lunch, snorkeling gear, a kayak or paddleboard, and an open bar after the water activities. The optional Hidden Beach visit costs extra and requires good swimming skills.

“The crew was amazing! Very fun and helpful. My family of 6 had a great time with kids ages 8-15. I loved not having to worry about food or drinks. Everything was taken care of. You can't actually go on the island, but you can snorkel by jumping off the back on the ship or take a speed boat around for the eco tour or just relax on the boat. On the way back from the island we had another stop at a beach where we could kayak or SUP. The ride to the island was about 2 hours each way, but we saw multiple whales along the way! Incredible.…”

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13.Brewery Bus Tour from Mexico

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $85

Start at Vallarta Food Tours on Avenida México at 3:30 pm for a small-group brewery outing led by guides such as Chris, Gio, or Louis. Visit five beer stops, sample 15 pours and five food bites, and return to the meeting point around four hours later.

“The guide was very informative and provided an excellent experience! The choice in micro-breweries was perfect with lots of great food!”

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14.Marietas Island, Breakfast, Lunch, Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9 reviews · 6 hours · from $128

Cruise from Puerto Vallarta to Las Marietas with an English or Spanish guide, breakfast, snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boards, and a cooked lunch. You may spot whales, dolphins, turtles, manta rays, and rare blue-footed boobies. Open bar, music, dancing, and karaoke fill the ride home.

“La pasamos muy padre ! Desde que te subes al barco se siente la buena vibra , la comida muy rica , el lugar maravilloso y el personal siempre está al pendiente de que todo vaya bien! 10/10 ! 😊”

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15.Private Swim & Snorkel Yacht Tour w/Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.)

Spend 4 to 5 hours on a private yacht from Marina Vallarta, snorkeling at Los Arcos with Captain Carlos, swimming at Las Gemelas, enjoying lunch and an open bar, then cruising past Puerto Vallarta’s Malecon. The boat carries snorkel gear, floats, a paddle board, WiFi, and a restroom.

“We had the most incredible experience on our yacht charter in Puerto Vallarta! The crew — Nico, Ernesto, and Hugo — went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable. The views were absolutely breathtaking, and the service was exceptional from start to finish. Ernesto was especially amazing — so knowledgeable about the area and marine life, and he even got in the water with us to guide and make sure we had the best experience possible. His kindness and enthusiasm truly stood out and made the trip even more special. Everything exceeded our expectations — from the comfort of the yacht to the attention to detail and the fun,…”

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