The 13 Walking Tours in Puerto Vallarta That Earn Their Price

1.Puerto Vallarta’s Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 817 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $58Our pick

You’ll ride eight high jungle ziplines, walk across Jorullo Bridge, and taste tequila with a friendly Canopy Puerto Vallarta crew. Guides including David, Miguel, Daniel, and Fernando have been praised for clear safety instruction and humor. Expect steep hikes between lines, fixed return transport, and an optional $10 pool.

“Our Zip Line experience was great. The tour guides were patient and friendly. Each zip line was more exciting than the other.”

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2.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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3.Taco101 – daytime taco walk – all inclusive.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Join local guide Memo, or Manuel, for a 2.5-hour taco walk through central Puerto Vallarta and the Zona Romántica. Visit family-run stands, taste 5 to 10 tacos, sample salsas, watch tortillas being made, and enjoy drinks, dessert, and an all-you-can-eat meal in a group of up to seven.

“Manuel was wonderful. He knew the area and was flexible. When we saw something that we wanted to explore a little he allowed us to do so and explained it’s significance. And the core of Tacos 101 - the different types of tacos and taco stands introduced us to ones that we have never tasted before. Manuel explained the differences and the history behind them. Such a great experience!!”

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4.The best walking tour in the neighborhood of Versalles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $62

Walk through Puerto Vallarta’s Versalles neighborhood with guides such as Román or Manny, stopping at four savory food spots and one dessert stop. Expect tacos, birria, torta, shrimp al pastor, barbacoa, ceviche, aguas frescas, and plenty of local food talk in English.

“Our walking food tour in the neighborhood of Versalles was great and so filling. Our guide, Roman, did a fantastic job explaining all the different foods and culture that we experienced. He’s a natural at informing us of how they make each dish and where it originated from, since he’s also a chef. We got to try birria, torta, shrimp al pastor taco, barbacoa, and desserts. He was also accommodating and brought us to one of his favorite coffee shops at our request. Overall, it was a great experience and I would recommend it to anyone who wants a taste of what delicious foods Puerto Vallarta has to offer.”

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5.Taco102 – dinner taco walk – all inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Join Memo, Eduardo, or another Vallarta101 guide at 6 pm for an all-inclusive taco dinner in Old Town and Downtown Puerto Vallarta. Visit up to four family-run taco spots, taste as many as ten varieties, and enjoy beer, aguas frescas, soft drinks, and dessert with a group capped at seven.

“We so enjoyed our Taco102 tour with Memo. He is exceptionally personable and knowledgeable. He provided a relatable experience. Every bite of every taco was delicious. Memo tried to tell us to pace ourselves, but because the tacos were so good, we didn’t listen and were so full by the time we got the third vendor, we could only have a bite. Please listen to Memo and think of the tour as more of a tapas experience than full taco meals. Take a small group, be adventurous and try everything. You will not be disappointed!😋”

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6.Historic Downtown Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29Best value

Join an English-speaking guide at 8 pm for a 90-minute walk through Puerto Vallarta’s old town. Hear local ghost stories, learn about the original townsite and Day of the Dead, visit Parque Hidalgo, the Malecón, Guadalupe Parish, and Isla Cuale, and receive a souvenir gift.

“Very knowledgeable and well spoken tour guide. Ghost stories included a lot of information about the history of the area which was excellent.”

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7.2 Hour and 30 Minutes Walking Tour in 5 De Diciembre

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $56

Join local guide Manny for a 2.5-hour food walk through Puerto Vallarta’s 5 de Diciembre neighborhood. Visit the market, learn about chiles, and stop at four food stands or restaurants for tacos, gorditas, tortillas, agua frescas, and Oaxacan-style ice cream. Morning tours include breakfast, afternoon tours include brunch.

“Fun and filling tour of several neighborhood taco spots! Good variety, knowledgeable and friendly local guide (Manny), and fabulous food — highly recommend!”

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8.Wixárika Indigenous Blessing: Sacred Walk in the Jungle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $47

Meet Santos and Jair at Chaman Mexican Creative Kitchen for a two-hour walk through Sayulita’s jungle, beach, and gentle hills. You’ll visit four Wixárika sacred places, learn about local traditions and worldview, and receive a blessing at each stop. Good walking shoes are essential.

“Great hike to the different cultural spots with an indigenous guide and translator. Highly recommend. Make sure you are wearing good shoes as some parts are quite vertical.”

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9.Puerto Vallarta Zipline, Mule ride and Jorullo Bridge Walking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $99

Ride 11 ziplines above the Cuale River, cross the Jorullo suspension bridge, and return by mule through the canyon. PV Tours includes transport from its Zona Hotelera Norte office, a tequila tasting, and access to park facilities. Bring closed-toe shoes and allow about five hours.

“This experience was nothing short of AMAZING! There are 11 zip lines, and the staff is efficient and friendly. The restaurant serves authentic and delicious food. Walking over the bridge offers a once-in-a-lifetime view! The bathrooms are very clean. For an extra $10, you can access the Infinity pool overlooking the canyon. I suggest wearing comfortable hiking shoes, as the first four zip lines involve uphill climbs and man-made steps. The mule ride back up the canyon at the end was nice and much easier than trying to hike back up. *Note that this excursion is not suitable for those with physical limitations*. Make sure you are hydrated.”

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10.Puerto Vallarta’s Yelapa Boat & Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $55

Join a small English-language group from Puerto Vallarta for a bus and water-taxi trip to car-free Yelapa. Walk village paths, visit the museum and waterfall, swim, and enjoy two to three hours of free beach time. Guides named Abraham, Daniel, and Jimmy have earned warm praise for their friendly help.

“Super fun day! I am really happy I decided to do this trip. Yelapa is a very unique place in Mexico! The tour guide Abraham was very pleasant and knowledgeable!”

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11.Walking Tour to Glass ViewPoint Jorullo

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5 reviews · 5 hours · from $159

Hike with a bilingual guide through the Sierra Madre, then step onto Jorullo Point’s glass platform above the valley. The five-hour outing includes shuttle service, a welcome drink, water, seasonal fruit, tequila tasting, and wide views toward Banderas Bay. Omar has guided this route.

“El trato del personal. Amables y personalizado. Sobre todo la gente de la atracción.”

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12.Authentic Walking Tour – Hidden Gems of Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $71

Walk Puerto Vallarta’s old center with Jeanne from Authentik Tours. You’ll visit Lázaro Cárdenas Park, Isla Cuale, local craft stalls, a pulquería, and the Guadalupe parish before ending near Faro de Matamoros, with time for local food, plants, history, and a bay view.

“Today we did a walking tour of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, exploring wonderful hidden gems. Along the way, we stopped at a taco stand for delicious chorizo tacos, visited the cultural center of Puerto Vallarta to see some of the local arts and gift stands, and learned about the indigenous people of Mexico and their crafts. We found that the pulque i tried was absolutely amazing. My guide, Jeanne, was absolutely amazing—so informative and engaging. Jeanne is just an amazing guide overall!”

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13.The best walking tour in the neighborhood of Versalles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $64

Explore Puerto Vallarta’s Versalles neighborhood with Manny of Spicy Vallarta. Depending on your start time, taste unusual tacos or traditional Mexican dishes at four savory stops, plus dessert, while learning how local food and neighborhood history connect.

“We loved it! Manny was an excellent guide. He took us to stellar locations- we ate tasty, well prepared fresh food! He gave us all sorts of interesting info about the food and its preparation - including the three day process for pork belly tacos. And that frozen pie dessert!! Each stop was a WOW in a different way. He answered our many questions and was kind and friendly. The walking is minimal between restaurants and we were able to stay cool even mid afternoon He ensured we knew how to get back to our rental. We had a memorable experience and are very very pleased with this tour.”

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