Hiking and Snorkeling Combo

Hiking and Snorkeling Combo Tour in Puerto Vallarta (Bahía de Banderas)
Excursion Highlights:
  • See the untouched beauty of Colomitos Cove combo tour with hiking and snorkeling
  • Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned van and hike through picturesque coastal paths with a naturalist
  • Spot fascinating wildlife like iguanas, red foxes, and armadillos, and see the nests of the yellow-winged cacique
  • Dive into the crystal-clear waters of Colomitos Cove and snorkel amongst vibrant tropical fishes
  • Recharge with a picnic-style lunch at the golden-sand beach before starting your hike back
Price: $89.00
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Small
Shore Excursion Type Snorkeling
Shore Excursion Duration 5 Hours
Activity Level ? Difficult
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? An approximately 10 minute taxi (not included, approximately $10 US each way) is required to reach your departure location.
Food/Beverage Provided Deli-style Lunch (granola bars, baguette sandwich, beverages)
Recommended Dress We suggest wearing your bathing suit under comfortable clothing and sensible walking / hiking shoes. Sun glasses, sunscreen and sunglasses are also suggested.
Restrictions Guests must be in good physical condition and must be able to walk over packed dirt, gravel and inclines during the hike. This tour is not wheelchair accessible. The hike is approximately 2 miles in each direction, for a total of 4 miles. For safety reasons, guests cannot be permitted to participate if they are expecting mothers, have high blood pressure, or have back, heart, neck or knee problems. For snorkeling, all participants must know how to swim. No children under 6 years old will be permitted on this tour.

Hiking and Snorkeling Combo

Located on the south side of Bahia de Banderas, Colomitos still remains undiscovered by most. This beautiful little cove is a real treasure and well worth the hike to get there. The hike is approximately 2 miles each way. You'll cool off later with a refreshing snorkel at Colomitos Cove.

After traveling by air-conditioned van from the city, you will join your naturalist guide and small group along a hiking path that follows the coastline at the bottom of the Sierras and passes under the canopy of beautiful plumerias, palms and strangling Ficus's. Occasionally, iguanas can be seen running across the path. Inhabiting the lower regions of these mountains, are red foxes, armadillos, skunks, raccoons, and mountain crabs. Along this path, you may see termite nests of impressive size, and the unique and precarious-looking nest of the yellow-winged cacique.

Once at Colomitos Cove, you'll go snorkeling among many colorful tropical fishes found in that area, including King Angels, Panamic Sergeant Majors, some Puffer Fish, Eels, and many other species. Before starting our hike back, you'll enjoy a picnic-style lunch of small sandwiches, snacks and water at the beautiful golden-sand beach.

Please Note: In Puerto Vallarta, the combination of high humidity and the rainy season in July, August, and September creates a distinctive climate. Temperatures may rise above 105F-110F and the humidity varies from 91 - 93% in the summer months making the heat feel more intense. This period is lush and green, but it's also wise to be prepared for sudden rain showers and to stay hydrated in the humid conditions. Please bring extra sunblock, light clothes, a long-sleeved shirt, a hat or cap. The local representative will supply water and electrolytes to avoid a heat stroke during the tour. The port fee is included in the cost of the tour.