The best way for visitors to experience the wildlife, plants, and natural beauty of the tropical jungles surrounding Puerto Vallarta is by hiking deep into this exotic environment. The Sierra Madre Tour is what many avid hikers consider the best. The guides will lead hikers toward waterfalls and many spectacular vistas. This activity is especially ideal for those wanting to venture well off the beaten path.  « hide

Located on the edge of the Bay of Banderas are the El Morro rock formations. Here amid these magnificent pinnacles which rise above the surface of the ocean visitors will find underwater caves, arches, drop-offs, and an amazing variety of sea life. This is a scuba diver’s paradise. Turtles and dolphins are abundant.  « hide

What better way is there to explore and experience the rich tropical jungles of Puerto Vallarta than zipping amid the treetops, above rushing rivers, animals, and waterfalls at speeds upwards of 30 miles per hour? Taking a canopy tour is the ultimate ecological rush. Many visitors boast that this is the best activity in Puerto Vallarta. Canopy Tours de Los Veranos is one of the leading companies, and the scenic plants and wildlife are abundant in the region. They also have a tequila bar and restaurant for those too timid to fly through the air on a zip line.  « hide

Situated above the summit of one of Puerto Vallarta’s most impressive Pacific cliffs sits the ultimate adventurous vacation activity, bungee jumping! Visitors can either jump with the bungee cord secured to their chests and wastes or have it linked to their ankles so that they can dive face first toward the earth. The waters below will rush toward the jumper at an amazing velocity that will leave their heart racing with pulsating adrenaline. Thrill seekers must make sure they are determined to jump though, since once payment is received there is no refund for second thoughts. Also, those voyeuristic adventurous who decide to jump naked will receive their thrills for free.  « hide

The best way for visitors to experience the views of Puerto Vallarta is by taking a cruise in the Bay of Banderas. The Sunset Cruise is the best tour to showcase the spectacular beauty of the town and water. This is a romantic excursion and is very peaceful and scenic. Although there are many boat tours in Vallarta, the Sunset Cruise is insider information because this is what most locals consider the best party cruise.  « hide

This is one of the most famous nightclubs in Mexico. The later the evening gets, the younger the crowd. Older vacationers will also enjoy this place, but it is mainly a spring break type mentality, with drinking contests, pulsating music, and bikini contests. It is a very fun nightclub and a great place to dance and be seen.  « hide

This is a colorful festive nightclub with crazy people getting drunk and having fun. It is also a family friendly atmosphere, before the contests late at night make many girls take off their tops. The service is friendly and the ambience is very casual and fun. It is perfect for young people, but older visitors will also enjoy some of the experience, and everyone should stop in for at least a quick drink.  « hide