Puerto Vallarta is synonymous with fun! Visitors can choose from an abundance of activities, from excursions to secluded beaches, scuba diving expeditions and hiking, biking, eco-tours, swimming with dolphins, whale watching and 4-wheeling. If swimming in Banderas bay is not challenging enough, how about a parachute ride over it? Whatever you need to get your adrenaline pumping, you’ll find it in Puerto Vallarta.
Swimming With the Dolphins
A look at swimming with the Pacific Bottlenose dolphins at the Nuevo Vallarta Dolphin Center. By Heather Wilson
Vallarta's Golf Courses
An overview of Vallarta's seven challenging golf courses. By Ed Hutmacher
Dive Right In! The Water's Fine
There are some experiences that are like no others, and diving is one of them. Although it had been described to me as being similar to dreams of flying, I still found myself surprised by the intensity of the actual experience. By Josef Kandoll
Vallarta Golf Expands Its Horizons
Vallarta has finally reached the point where it could be classified as a world-class resort golf destination. By John Youden
Windsurfing
The waters off the northern shores of neighboring state Nayarit offer some of the best surfing in North America.
Surfing
Puerto Vallarta offers great surfing opportunities, with the best waves breaking on the North Shore.
Snorkeling
Numerous tours are available to explore the bay, two of the most popular to the Los Arcos underwater caves and canyons and the Marietas Islands' deep caverns and rugged rock architecture with its unique ecosystem.
Parasailing
The opportunity to float above it all is offered at nearly every beach in the area.
Kayaking
Kayaks can be rented at several beaches, kayaking a sport that’s enjoyable for all skill levels.
Jeep Safaris
Get off the beaten track and discover the Mexico that few know exists.
If you don’t know the steps, the rhythm will guide you. The sounds of Latin music, Mariachi, and disco will fill your nights as the city comes alive after sundown.
