Guides, tips and local insights written by our certified captains and guides.
Looking for how to get from Puerto Vallarta to the Marietas Islands? Discover the fastest route (15 min), avoid seasickness, and secure your CONANP pass.
Snorkeling guide at the Marietas Islands: what to expect, what fish you will see, how to use the gear and best spots.
Everything about CONANP 2026 restrictions at the Marietas Islands: 116 daily passes, Monday and Tuesday closures, and what to bring.
From sea to plate in 30 minutes. This is how we prepare fresh ceviche on board our sport fishing tours in Punta de Mita.
Complete checklist of what to bring to the Marietas Islands: essentials, recommendations, and park restrictions (regular sunscreen, food).
Marietas Islands and Hidden Beach are NOT the same. Here are the differences, how they relate and how to visit both.
The history of the Marietas Islands is surprising: they were used as a military firing range before becoming a National Park and Biosphere Reserve.
Complete guide to visiting Playa del Amor or Hidden Beach at the Marietas Islands: CONANP quota, how to book, what to expect and 2026 restrictions.
Official 2026 prices for the Marietas Islands tour from Punta de Mita: $9,800 MXN small boat, $14,000 MXN medium boat. Comparison with other operators and what's included.
Month-by-month guide to choosing the best time to visit the Marietas Islands: weather, whales, crystal-clear waters and low season.
Everything you need to know to reach the Marietas Islands National Park: departure point, ride duration, CONANP quotas and what to bring.
From November to March, Banderas Bay becomes a humpback whale sanctuary. Here is how and when to see them.
Everything you need to know before booking a sport fishing tour in Punta de Mita: licenses, species, gear and best months.
⚠️ Official notice: the Marietas Islands National Park remains closed on Mondays and Tuesdays for conservation (CONANP). Access to Playa del Amor is limited to 116 daily passes.
