Beach & Marine Life

Las Caletas + Dolphins

Combine time on a secluded beach with a separately scheduled dolphin experience led by marine mammal specialists.

From

219

USD

Duration
9
Meeting point
Puerto Vallarta . Nuevo Vallarta
Difficulty
Active
Minimum Age
5
Time Together by the Water

A Beach Day, Followed by Discovery


The wooded shoreline of Las Caletas invites families to spend time according to their interests, with room for movement and quiet pauses. The separately scheduled dolphin program brings a more focused encounter, guided by specialists who introduce the animals’ anatomy and behavior. Together, the experiences offer different ways to observe, learn and share time during a stay in Puerto Vallarta.

White hammocks beneath palm trees along the turquoise shoreline at Las Caletas near Puerto Vallarta

Captured on Film

Gallery

Wooded shores, time beside the water and shared discoveries introduce both parts of the experience.

THE EXPERIENCE

How the Day Unfolds

Experience the different scenarios you’ll encounter during your adventure, discover unforgettable places, and collect the best memories

Day one: check in and cross the bay

Arrive at the assigned departure point at least 45 minutes before the Las Caletas tour. Meet the crew and board the boat for the journey across Banderas Bay. Watch the wooded coastline approach before arriving at the beach and receiving the day’s activity information.
Explore Las Caletas at your own pace

Choose among snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, nature walks and time in the hammocks. Wear a life jacket for water activities and follow staff instructions. Eligible children can visit the Kids Adventure Park with an accompanying adult, while the group chooses activities suited to its interests.
Share lunch and complete the beach day

Gather for the included buffet lunch and non-alcoholic refreshments. Spend the remaining time enjoying the beach, walking through the grounds or relaxing in the shade. Return checked-out equipment and rejoin the boat for the journey back across the bay.
On the dolphin day, meet the specialists

Arrive at the separately confirmed Marine Mammal Center check-in point 45 minutes before the program. Meet the specialists for an educational introduction to dolphin anatomy and behavior. Prepare for the water session, following the rules for jewelry, sunscreen, cameras and child accompaniment.
Join the guided dolphin interaction

1. Enter the designated shallow platform and take part in the guided interaction and swim, following the specialists’ instructions throughout. Children remain with the required accompanying adults. After leaving the water, complete the session and, if desired, view the professional photographs available for purchase.

PRICING & BOOKING

Choose Your Experience

Select the option that best suits your plans, with pricing based on guest count, vehicle or experience type.

General Access

219 USD
1 guest . ages 12+

Kids Access

$ 159 USD
1 child . ages 5-11

The Experience

See the Experience


Families arrive at the departure point, meet the crew and board the boat for Las Caletas. As they cross Banderas Bay, the coastline becomes greener and the wooded slopes draw closer. Children watch the water while companions settle into conversation and take in the approaching beach. On arrival, the group learns about the activities available that day. Some guests collect snorkeling equipment and fit their life jackets before entering the water. Others choose a kayak or paddleboard, moving along the shoreline with the surrounding vegetation rising behind them.

PLAN YOUR EXPERIENCE

Logistics

Everything you need to know before your experience, from what’s included to meeting details and important requirements.

What's Included

Las Caletas beach visit . Round-trip boat transportation for the Las Caletas excursion . Snorkeling, kayaking and paddleboarding activities . Nature walks and access to beach . relaxation areas and hammocks . Kids Adventure Park access for eligible children . Buffet lunch at Las Caletas . Unlimited non-alcoholic drinks during the Las Caletas visit . Mezcal tasting for adult guests . Separately scheduled Dolphin Adventure in a small group . Educational introduction led by marine mammal specialists . Guided dolphin interaction and swim

Not Included

Dock fees
Optional activities
Professional photographs
Souvenirs and personal purchases

Meeting / Pickup Information

Puerto Vallarta . Puerto MĂ¡gico, Maritime Terminal
Nuevo Vallarta . Paseo de las Palmas 39

What to Bring

Swimsuit and towel
Hat and sunglasses
Comfortable shoes
Sun-protective clothing
Valid ID for snorkel equipment checkout
Bug repellent and biodegradable sunscreen for Las Caletas
Extra money for dock fees, optional activities, photographs and souvenirs

Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum age . 5 years
This combo is not suitable for pregnant guests
Life jackets are mandatory during water activities
A valid ID is required to check out snorkel equipment
Kids Adventure Park: ages 5–11 within this combo, minimum height 1 m / 3.25 ft, with an accompanying adult
Las Caletas is not wheelchair accessible; the grounds include steps, inclines and sand
Children under 12 must be accompanied in the dolphin water session by a paying adult aged 16 or older
One accompanying adult may supervise up to three children when each child is at least 1.20 m tall
Each child under 1.20 m requires one paying accompanying adult aged 16 or older
Jewelry and sunscreen are not permitted during the dolphin interaction
Personal cameras are permitted at Las Caletas but not during the dolphin program
Drones are prohibited on the Las Caletas excursion

Cancellation Policy

24 hours . 100 refund
Less than 12 hours . 50% refund
Less than 12 hours – No sows . No refund

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This package brings together two experiences with different rhythms. At Las Caletas, the setting encourages guests to follow their interests and notice the relationship between the shoreline, vegetation and surrounding water. At the Marine Mammal Center, attention turns to a structured encounter and the information shared by specialists.
For families, that variety can make the experience more engaging. One person may enjoy observing the coast from a quiet spot, while another prefers being in the water. Leaving room for individual preferences creates more to talk about when everyone comes together again.
The educational part of the dolphin program offers an opportunity to ask specific questions. Guests can connect explanations about anatomy and behavior with what they observe during the session. Younger participants may be particularly interested in how dolphins breathe, move and respond to the specialists.
Preparing a few questions together can give children a more active role in the visit. Afterward, asking what surprised them or what they would like to learn next helps carry the experience beyond the activity itself.
The two outings also allow different kinds of attention. A broad view of the bay and its wooded shoreline establishes a sense of place; a closer, guided encounter encourages observation of individual details. Both can contribute to a more considered understanding of the marine environments that shape a visit to Puerto Vallarta.

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