Puerto Vallarta · SIERRA MADRE JUNGLE TOURS

The 15 Best Sierra Madre Jungle Tours

30 tours  ·  from $30

The mountains start ten minutes inland and climb fast. The 15 below cover the quad circuits, the mule rides, the waterfall hikes and the village lunches, priced by length and clear about how rough the track really gets.

Sierra Madre ATV Adventure from Puerto Vallarta - The first stop: a cantina and a taste of local life
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Sierra Madre ATV Adventure from Puerto Vallarta

1.Sierra Madre ATV Adventure from Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 809 reviews · from $81Our pick

Drive a single or shared ATV from Estigo Tours through Puerto Vallarta, old town, nearby villages, and Sierra Madre trails. Guides such as Angel, Charlie, Carlos, Erick, and Abraham lead small groups of up to nine, with safety gear, stops for refreshments and food, plus complimentary photos and videos.

“It was a lot of fun but you will be riding through the city to get up into the mountains. City traffic can be daunting but the guides keep you safe. The food along the way was delicious and though I do not drink, the Tequila tasting was fun.”

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Horseback Riding Tour in Sierra Madre from Puerto Vallarta - Crossing streams and riding beside the river
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Horseback Riding Tour in Sierra Madre from Puerto Vallarta

2.Horseback Riding Tour in Sierra Madre from Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 349 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $103

Ride calm horses through the Sierra Madre with a guide, crossing streams and shaded trails before hiking to Rancho Capomo’s waterfall. Afterward, enjoy fajitas, handmade tortillas, guacamole, Mexican drinks, and a relaxed ranch setting. Beto is one guide often praised for his warm, helpful style.

“Very organized. Amazing food. Wonderful horseback riding experience in beautiful waterfall. Excellent generous and wonderfully attentive staff.”

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Horseback Riding in Sayulita Through Jungle Trails to the Beach - The river stop adds a quieter pause
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Horseback Riding in Sayulita Through Jungle Trails to the Beach

3.Horseback Riding in Sayulita Through Jungle Trails to the Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 201 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Ride gentle, well-matched horses through tropical jungle, past a river, and onto Sayulita’s Playa Escondida. Guides such as Juan, Giovanni, Jovani, Guzman, and Danny work with beginners and experienced riders. Choose a daytime or sunset ride, with pickup, photos, and tequila tasting available.

“Danny was our guide and he was great. The Beach he took us to was incredible. They did a lot to make sure we got good photos. Super memorable experience. Highly recommend!”

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4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim - Walking into Palo María’s tropical forest
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4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

4.4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $35

Meet in Puerto Vallarta’s Zona Romántica, ride a local bus south, then hike rocky jungle trails and shallow river crossings to Palo María waterfall. Guides such as Juan Carlos, Alex, Diego, and Víctor explain local plants and wildlife. Bring water shoes, mosquito repellent, and steady footing.

“Juan was super helpful, made us feel safe and comfortable, and taught us a lot about the jungle. We went during our honeymoon. I slipped during one of the river crossings on the way up and my leg was inflamed. However, Juan took extra patience and guided me safely to the waterfall and back down safely. I highly recommend!!”

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Puerto Vallarta: 4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim - Meeting the guide by the OXXO
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Puerto Vallarta: 4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

5.4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 163 reviews · 4 hours · from $30Best value

Meet your English or Spanish-speaking guide near the OXXO in Puerto Vallarta, ride a local bus south, then hike a rocky river trail to waterfalls, caves, swimming pools, and a bay lookout. Guides such as Juan, Alex, Diego, and Rocco add nature facts and hands-on help.

“Well worth the money. Rocco was a very informative guide, with a wide knowledge of the area, plants, and wildlife. The hike wasn’t difficult for anybody able bodied. A bit rocky and stepping across stones to get across the river. We had elder aged people and younger and everyone made it through just fine. The water was refreshing, the cliff jumping was fun and the waterfall was lovely. Highly recommend for a nice morning into early afternoon.”

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Hike and Yoga Jungle Experience in Mexico - Ocean views and small nature lessons along the way
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Hike and Yoga Jungle Experience in Mexico

6.Hike and Yoga Jungle Experience in Mexico

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Meet Diane and Jair at 9:30 am in Sayulita for a 1.5-mile jungle hike with ocean views, local plant and wildlife notes, and a gentle beach yoga class beneath the palms. No yoga experience is needed, but sturdy shoes, water, and moderate fitness will help.

“The hike and yoga experience was wonderful! The hike was beautiful and Diane shared different facts about the terrain and area. We got time to explore the beautiful beach before we started a 50 min. yoga class. Diane offered many options for yoga moves and she went at a great pace - I'm one that doesn't enjoy the slowness of yoga, so it was great for us! We hiked back a different way and got to meet great people on the trip. All in all it took about 2.5 hours. Would highly recommend!!”

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Sea Safari & Beach BBQ at secluded Pizota jungle beach - The speedboat across the Bay of Banderas
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Sea Safari & Beach BBQ at secluded Pizota jungle beach

7.Sea Safari & Beach BBQ at secluded Pizota jungle beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 138 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $169

Spend about six and a half hours south of Puerto Vallarta by speedboat, visiting Yelapa, Quimixto, and secluded Pizota Beach. You’ll ride along a river path, see a seasonal waterfall, snorkel or kayak, and eat a grilled buffet with drinks. Guides including Angel, Memo, and Jesus help keep the day moving.

“The boat ride was fun, the snorkeling was very good, the horseback riding was fun, but very dusty with very narrow little canyons you had to ride through. The waterfall stop was nice, the beach was beautiful but it was too rough to kayak or paddleboard. Lunch was very good, open bar was nice. Fun day.”

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Private Tour: ATV SIERRA MADRE rivers with Tequila Tasting - How the private format changes the ride
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Private Tour: ATV SIERRA MADRE rivers with Tequila Tasting

8.Private Tour: ATV SIERRA MADRE rivers with Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $82

Take a private ATV ride from Xiutla Riders in Puerto Vallarta into the Sierra Madre. Your guide leads you over back roads, mountain trails, and river crossings, with time for a countryside meal and tequila tasting. Guides such as Joey, Edson, and Franco are praised for friendly, attentive service.

“We had a blast riding 4 wheelers with Fernando. The scenery was amazing. This was our best day of the trip. Lot's of fun!!!!”

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EcoHike to private beach, Jungle Walk to see plants & animals - The Climb, the Coast, and the Quiet Beach
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EcoHike to private beach, Jungle Walk to see plants & animals

9.EcoHike to private beach, Jungle Walk to see plants & animals

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $33

Walk 4.5 miles through Sayulita’s jungle and hills to a quiet beach with guides Deva or Alejo. Expect bird watching, plant and animal lessons, coastal views, and a moderate workout. Hiking poles, binoculars, a first aid kit, and a professional guide are included.

“Fun jungle hike experience! Deva was an awesome tour guide and very knowledgeable about different things in the jungle to look out for and avoid! She also was generous to share her bug spray for the mosquitoes! Ended at a beautiful beach and fun hike along the coast. Definitely recommend! Thanks Deva for a great tour!!”

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Puerto Vallarta Jungle Zip-Line Tour and Canopy Adventure - Eight lines through the Puerto Vallarta canopy
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Puerto Vallarta Jungle Zip-Line Tour and Canopy Adventure

10.Puerto Vallarta Jungle Zip-Line Tour and Canopy Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $55

Meet in Zona Romántica, ride an open-air vehicle to Canopy River, and tackle eight jungle zip lines with bilingual guides such as Carlos, Brian, and Israel. Plan for uphill walking, locked-away phones, a tequila tasting, and optional food or pool time before returning to Puerto Vallarta.

“had soo much fun!! staff was amazing and pictures they took were so bomb. i didn’t even know they were taking pics! the restaurant was amazingly good as well. i enjoyed myself seriously!”

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Sayulita ATV Jungle & Beach Adventure, Tequila Tasting - The ride through jungle, farms, and creek beds
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Sayulita ATV Jungle & Beach Adventure, Tequila Tasting

11.Sayulita ATV Jungle & Beach Adventure, Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 94 reviews · 2 hours 5 minutes (approx.) · from $109

Drive your own ATV, or share with a partner, through Higuera Blanca’s jungle roads, farms, creek beds, and mountain viewpoints. Guides including Danny and Ricky focus on safety and adjusting the ride for beginners. Round-trip Sayulita transport, helmets, goggles, and tequila tasting are included.

“Ricky, Jo and Danny were great. We had a wondeful experience and gave us the opportunity to see some beautiful sights! The tequila tasting did not happen, but we had enough fun on the ATVs that we werent upset. 10/10 recommend!”

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Hot Springs and Villages in the Sierra Madre for 4 hours - The long ride to Los Llanitos
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Hot Springs and Villages in the Sierra Madre for 4 hours

12.Hot Springs and Villages in the Sierra Madre for 4 hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $192

Ride an ATV or side-by-side from Puerto Vallarta into the Sierra Madre, passing Los Llanitos and Pueblo el Nogal before soaking in natural hot springs. Guides such as Roberto, Ivan, German, Herman, and Sergio lead the route. Food, drinks, photos, and a $20 insurance fee cost extra.

“Herman was wonderful with my kids and everyone was so kind, we had a great time. It was a perfect adventure for a family in the beautiful mountains!”

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ATV Tour Rio Cuale Sierra Madre Mountains and tequila tasting - Mountain restaurant stops and Mexican food
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ATV Tour Rio Cuale Sierra Madre Mountains and tequila tasting

13.ATV Tour Rio Cuale Sierra Madre Mountains and tequila tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $77

Ride a single or double ATV from central Puerto Vallarta through city streets, along the Río Cuale, and into the Sierra Madre. Guides such as Gonzalo, Angel, Oscar, and Scarlett lead the route, with mountain stops, a seasonal waterfall swim, optional food, and tequila tasting.

“Our guide Scarlett was terrific, definitely jump at the waterfall, the tequila tasting was fun. Loved the sight-seeing!”

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Coastal and Jungle Hiking Tour along 6 Beaches of Puerto Vallarta - Playa Colomitos and the first serious steps
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Coastal and Jungle Hiking Tour along 6 Beaches of Puerto Vallarta

14.Coastal and Jungle Hiking Tour along 6 Beaches of Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Join guides such as Diego, Emilian, Jerry, or Isai for a 5.5-hour coastal hike from Boca de Tomatlán to six beaches. Swim and snorkel at Colomitos, pass Madagascar and Los Caballos, finish with lunch at Las Ánimas, then take a boat back.

“I had such a great experience! This excursion was everything I was expecting & more!! The tour is full of beautiful scenic views! My tour guide Emilian was the absolute best! He was very accommodating & helpful. The boat ride back to the starting point was unforgettable! Mountain & Ocean views! If you want to submerge yourself into nature, book this excursion!! I will definitely be booking this excursion the next time I’m in Puerto Vallarta.”

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RZR(Side by Side) Tour Rio Cuale Sierra Madre Mountains & tequila - The waterfall lagoon is the tour’s quiet center
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RZR(Side by Side) Tour Rio Cuale Sierra Madre Mountains & tequila

15.RZR(Side by Side) Tour Rio Cuale Sierra Madre Mountains & tequila

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $136

Drive a RZR from Puerto Vallarta through town, river crossings, and Sierra Madre jungle trails. With a guide such as Angel or Oscar, you’ll reach a waterfall lagoon, eat at a mountain restaurant, and finish with tequila tasting. Bring a driving licence, cash for lunch, and money for tips.

“Wonderful experience, friendly staff and amazing tequila. Highly recommend this activity for families visiting. Tequila was great too. Thank you to Angel and Oscar for a great time.”

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