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Marietas Islands Safari: Discover Hidden Beach, Snorkel Areas, Bird Watching, and Whale Watching

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Punta de Mita

Embark on a personalized Marietas Islands Safari adventure! Discover hidden beaches, snorkel in vibrant reefs, spot amazing birds, watch whales, and enjoy freshly caught fish tacos.

Duration: 5 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Islas Marietas - 1st Stage: Isla Redonda, to enter Playa Escondida. We will swim approx. 80 meters from the boat to the interior of the crater, in the company of our guide and wearing life jackets, to enter through the underwater tunnel and finally arrive at Playa Escondida. If the tide is not high, it is possible to enter the 2 caves that are right there in Playa Escondida.
Islas Marietas - 2nd stage: Snorkeling in the Calavera Reef area to learn about the marine life that inhabits this marine sanctuary. We will put on our snorkeling equipment and life jackets to carry out the activity in the company of our guide.
Islas Marietas - 3rd Stage. Visit to Secret Beach. Thanks to a natural phenomenon in the change of sea currents, it will be possible to visit this beach, which remains inaccessible for much of the year. We will swim about 10 meters to enjoy what many consider the most beautiful beach in the bay, framed by extravagant rock formations and truly beautiful arches.
Islas Marietas - 4th Stage: Second Crater on Isla Larga, called ¨Puente de Piedra¨. We will bring the boat closer until we arrive just below the arch of this impressive crater. It is a place where time seems to stop, ideal for making a wish.
Islas Marietas - 5th Stage: Bird Watching. Both in our passage through Isla Circular and Isla Larga, inhabit various species of birds, of which the best known is the Blue-footed Booby Bird. We will go around the islands to see the different species of birds and their nesting areas.
Islas Marietas - 6th Stage: Whale Watching. From December 10 to March 23 it is possible to go whale watching and see the babies with their mothers enjoying this marine sanctuary. This area is the entry and exit point for their migration to our bay.
Marietas Islands - 7th Stage: Marine Geyser. To the north of Isla Larga is the “Blowhole” La Bufadora. Our boat will prepare to receive a great jet of sea water.
El Anclote - 7th Stage: Gastronomic Experience - Acapulqueño Shrimp Ceviche: We will prepare, with boiled shrimp, orange juice, oregano, olive oil, avocado, ketchup, tomato, onion and serrano peppers.

If any of the guests have any dietary restrictions, we can prepare various options so that they can enjoy something according to their preferences.

El Anclote - 9th Stage (optional with a special cost of 30 usd per person): Enjoy a Surf class on the best beach with friendly waves, famous for its small long waves, ideal for learning and catching your wave for the first time.

What's Included

Lunch
Bottled water
Use of snorkeling equipment
Beer tasting
Lifevest
Carbonated beverages

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Surf Class: For Tour guests, it is possible to coordinate a surf class at the end of the tour at a special price of 30 USD or 450 pesos. Our lunch will be on the best beach to learn.

Additional Information

It is an adventure SAFARI, organized by local people, for small groups of less than 10 people. The service is completely personalized.

We will enter Playa Escondida: We will swim approx. 80 meters (6 to 7 minutes round trip) crossing the Marine tunnel that will take us inside the crater. Snorkeling will be in Calavera Reef, you will meet the only fish that grows its own food. Everyone falls in love with the Blue-footed Booby Bird during bird watching. We will visit the idyllic Secret Beach, which is only accessible a few months of the year due to the change in sea currents. We will visit the second Crater known as “Stone Bridge”. We will witness and get wet with the large jets of water launched by the Marine Geyser. Whale Watching is always a great event. (Optional)For those who want to experience an unforgettable Surf lesson, we have the solution to your desire: Our lunch will be right on the best beach with friendly waves.

On some occasions it may be possible that the start of the Tour must take approximately 1 hour, this is because the tide level may be high, so in order to swim through the tunnel it is better to wait for the tide to go out. We will always notify you 1 or 2 days before your trip.
The activity is suitable for children over 10 years old and Adults under 65 years old.

Location

Av. El Anclote 20

Avenida El Anclote

When you get to Playa Anclote, you have to go to the pier that is on the beach.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Camille_a

May 11, 2024

Eduardo & team was so... - Eduardo & team was so kind! This was a very personalized tour, we did so much in one day and never felt rushed. We were some of the first to try the Subwing and it was AMAZING. May be the best snorkeling I’ve ever experience. Crazy fish! The island blew my mind. I highly recommend this water Safari.

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T8925glmaxp

Apr 29, 2024

a perfect day! - a perfect day!! Eduardo, Noah and the captain allowed us to see everything we hoped to see and more. Eduardo clearly explained to us what we were going to see or do. we even tried the ''Mermaid Thing'' if we offer it to you, try it! on the other hand, tie your swimsuit securely!! the meal we ate at the beach at the end of the excursion was just too good! We recommend it to anyone looking for a more private experience specific to their small group!