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Marietas Islands guides

Everything to sort out before you book a boat to the Marietas: how the Hidden Beach works, which tour lands where, where to leave from, the best months, snorkelling and travelling with kids.

Hidden Beach Marietas 2026: How the Swim Works & RulesHow the tunnel swim works, the rules and who can go.Read the guide →Marietas Islands Tours 2026: Which One to BookHidden Beach, Playa La Nopalera or a private boat.Read the guide →Marietas Islands from Puerto Vallarta 2026: Piers & TimesPiers, boat times and the road to Punta de Mita.Read the guide →Snorkeling Marietas Islands 2026: Reefs, Fish & RulesFish, reefs, the best spots and the gear rules.Read the guide →Best Time to Visit Marietas Islands 2026: Month by MonthMonth by month, whales, rain and closed days.Read the guide →Marietas Islands with Kids 2026: Ages, Tours & TipsAge limits, the best tours for families and packing.Read the guide →

Tours

Choose your Marietas tour

The three tours most people choose between. Every tour has its own page with the pier, the beach and what guests say.

Snorkel, Kayak & Playa Nopalera Boat Day Party boat ★ 4.86 hoursFree cancellation

Snorkel, Kayak & Playa Nopalera Boat Day
Playa NopaleraOpen barKayaks

A long, sociable boat day with waterslides, kayaks, paddleboards and fajitas. You land on Playa La Nopalera, not the Hidden Beach, and nobody has to swim a tunnel.

What's included
  • Snorkel, kayak and paddleboard at the islands
  • Guided landing on Playa La Nopalera
  • Breakfast, guacamole and a fajita lunch
  • Open bar with cocktails, beer and tequila
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Full tour details
From$119per person Reserve
Hidden Beach Tour from Nuevo Vallarta Hidden Beach ★ 4.66.5 hoursFree cancellation

Hidden Beach Tour from Nuevo Vallarta
Hidden BeachMax 12Ages 10 to 60

The listing guarantees entry to the Hidden Beach: a swim through the rock tunnel in a life jacket, then 15 to 20 minutes on the sand. Snorkelling, breakfast and a light lunch fill the rest.

What's included
  • Swim to the Hidden Beach, tide and park permitting
  • Boat from Paradise Village pier and back
  • Breakfast, light lunch and a domestic open bar
  • Snorkel gear and life jacket
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Full tour details
From$168per person Reserve
Marietas Islands Safari from Punta de Mita Shortest crossing ★ 4.53.5 hoursFree cancellation

Marietas Islands Safari from Punta de Mita
Max 10Park fee inAges 10+

A quick speedboat hop from Punta de Mita, then close to three hours at the islands. Hidden Beach entrance, the park fee, snorkelling and birdwatching are all on the list.

What's included
  • Hidden Beach entrance listed, tide permitting
  • Park fee and port tax
  • Snorkel gear and soft drinks
  • Playa La Nopalera and birdwatching
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Full tour details
From$154per person Reserve

Plan your date before you go

A full day with the Hidden Beach swim guaranteed by the listing, snorkelling, breakfast and lunch. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.

Check dates for the Hidden Beach tour from Nuevo Vallarta