The 15 Best VIP Experiences in Puerto Vallarta

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

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

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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2.Puerto Vallarta, Luxury Sunset Sailing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 415 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99Best value

Spend about three hours sailing Banderas Bay aboard a premium Beneteau catamaran, or a 50-foot sailboat depending on the departure. Expect wine, an open bar, imported cheese, bruschetta, guacamole, and sunset views near Puerto Vallarta’s Malecon. Captain Sergio and Captain Ruben have earned special praise.

“The crew was excellent and the whole experience overall was professional and the boat was new and clean. Well worth the trip.”

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

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

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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4.Puerto Vallarta VIP Promotional Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 154 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Spend 7 to 8 hours seeing Puerto Vallarta by air-conditioned private vehicle and on foot. Visit the Malecón, Romantic Zone, Los Arcos viewpoint, a candy maker, craft workshops, a family tequila distillery, and a tropical animal refuge. Guides such as Daniel and Paula add local history and easygoing conversation.

“Hubby and I really enjoyed this tour. It was very informative. Our tour guide, Daniel, was very knowledgeable and engaging. He took time to get to know something about each participant. He shared a lot about the Mexican culture and answered questions sincerely. Our tour went into the mountains also. It was beautiful. We had an excellent driver who you could tell was familiar with the road and its curves. He made us feel very safe. At each stop that we made, the shop owners and staff were very welcoming. There was no pressure to purchase from them. However, many of us did. (Smile). Lunch was available at a mountain…”

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5.Hatteras 58-61′ Luxury Yacht in Puerto Vallarta & Nuevo Nayarit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Cruise Puerto Vallarta and Nuevo Nayarit aboard a three-level motor yacht with a private group. Swim, snorkel, kayak, paddleboard, watch for whales, and enjoy ceviche, guacamole, snacks, and an international bar. Confirm the boat and harbor before departure, since both have caused confusion.

“The boat was huge and so beautiful, the staff were excellent. This was absolutely great value for money and we had a fantastic time.”

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6.VIP Nightclub Tour in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 116 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $99

Meet your guide at Mandala at 10 p.m. for a four-hour club crawl through Puerto Vallarta’s downtown nightlife. You’ll visit three venues, often including Mandala, La Vaquita, The Zoo, or Señor Frog’s, with VIP entry and included well drinks. Guides such as Junior and Yahir are known for keeping the group together.

“Junior was fun and energetic tour guide. He made sure we all had a good time. Junior took us to three great clubs.started at The Zoo and ended at the Mandala! Great night out! Felt very safe and VIP all the wAy!”

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7.Luxury Private VIP Airport-Hotel Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 42 reviews · 25 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)

Book a one-way private ride between Puerto Vallarta International Airport and hotels from Marina to Punta de Mita. Your driver meets you after arrival, handles the bags, and provides a direct ride for up to six people. Confirm your flight, hotel zone, and child-seat needs before you fly.

“We were able to easily find Greyline agent following the directions they gave us and the ride to our destination was comfortable .”

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8.Private Luxury Yacht Chica 55′ VIP All Inclusive + Jet Ski

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Take a private 55-foot Chica yacht around Banderas Bay for about four hours. Your group can set the route, stop at Los Arcos, snorkel, paddle, tube, and use a supervised Jet Ski. Drinks, ceviche, guacamole, and water gear are included.

“The private yacht was amazing, the crew was exceptional and provided the best experience. They were knowledgeable and provided a great whale watching experience as well as keeping us entertained and safe on the boat and jet ski. The drinks and food were great, would recommend this yacht and crew.”

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9.Bay of Banderas Luxury Sunset Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 30 reviews · 3 hours · from $99

Spend three hours sailing Puerto Vallarta’s Bay of Banderas aboard a luxury monohull or catamaran. Your English- or Spanish-speaking crew serves an open bar and hors d’oeuvres while you watch the coast turn gold. Reuben and the crew have earned praise for friendly service and well-timed sunset photos.

“Everything was excellent - the yacht, the weather, the drinks, and the charcuterie. We really enjoyed it, and we highly recommend it. The captain and crew were friendly, and they kept the drinks flowing. We positioned for fabulous sunset pictures and took advantage!”

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10.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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11.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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12.Luxury Day Sailing Tour of Bay of Banderas

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 22 reviews · 6 hours · from $119

Spend six hours aboard a luxury sailboat or catamaran with Captain Rueban and crew. Sail past Vallarta’s waterfront, stop for lunch, snorkeling, and paddleboarding, and enjoy a premium open bar. This relaxed trip suits adults and children 10 and older who want time on the water, not a loud party.

“Captain Rueban and crew were fantastic! We spent a very leisurely day at sea going out to the arches, then a snorkel spot (murky water due to all of the recent rain but that was certainly not their fault!) then sailed back to the marina. The food, people and music was perfect!”

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13.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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14.Luxury Puerto Vallarta Shared Sailing Tour: Sail, Swim & Dine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $200

Spend about five hours aboard Ada, a polished sailboat limited to 12 people. Andrea and her crew serve chef-prepared appetizers, lunch, cocktails, and nonalcoholic drinks as you cruise past Puerto Vallarta, Bucerías, and La Cruz de Huanacaxtle.

“My husband and I booked this sailboat trip and were very happy with the experience from beginning to end. It was about a 25 minute walk (5-10 minute drive) from where our cruise ship docked for the day which was really convenient. The staff is friendly, gracious, welcoming and kind. The drinks are wonderfully created and presented. I enjoyed the mocktails and my husband enjoyed the regular cocktails. The boat is meticulously cared for and clean. I've never experienced a cleaner bathroom on board a boat. The appetizers and lunch were beautifully presented. Unfortunately, I am prone to sea sickness so I ended up getting sick (no fault whatsoever of…”

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15.Brand New Sea Ray 250 – Private Luxury Boat in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Take a private four-hour Sea Ray 250 from Marina Vallarta for snorkeling at Los Arcos, swimming at Playa Paredón, and time on the water with your own group of up to four. Guides including Antonio, César, Daniel, Pedro, Fernando, and Abraham have been praised for attentive service and whale sightings in season.

“Daniel, Cesar, and Antonio were the best. Worth every single penny! Every request was to the highest standard. I high recommend this experience!”

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