EXCURSION
WHALE WATCHING
Whale Watching and Snorkeling In Marietas Islands National Park
Whale watching season in the Banderas Bay begins in December and runs through the end of March. Create memories like no others when encountering these majestic mammals. The beauty and the grace of the humpback whales is an incredible experience you don’t want to miss.
(approx)
USD
80.00
MXN
1 600.00
Photo and video service, tips for the crew
Hidden beach access
Exclusions
Inclusions
Snorkeling equipment
Lunch at a local restaurant in Sayulita
Bottled water on board
Round transportation from departure point
National Park entrance fees
PACKAGE DESCRIPTION
What you need to know
Additional information
Requirements and Prerequisites
Children must be accompanied by an adult
In good physical condition
Basic swimming skills required to take part in the water activities of the tour
Compulsory use of life jacket due to the National Park regulation
No free diving due to the National Park regulation
No alcoholic beverages allowed in the national park area due to the National Park regulation
Forbidden to climb on the rocks due to the National Park regulation
A minimum amount of guests is required to run the excursion
Marietas Islands are closed on Mondays
Booking and Cancellation Policy
Payment of the deposit acknowledges agreement to Sayulita Entourage’s payment and cancellation policy
You will receive a confirmation email instantly after booking
50% deposit required to book any activity
Deposit is fully refundable minus 5% credit card fee if the tour is canceled with more than 72 hours notice from the tour date.
Deposit is non refundable for any cancellations or changes in trip made with less than 72 hours notice from the tour date.
Balance is due in full 24 hours before the tour date.
Reservations whose payments are not completed in full within 24 h from tour date will be considered as last minute cancelations from your part; your reservation will be null and the deposit will be kept.
There are no refunds or reschedule of trip for any changes or cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice from the tour date
Cc payments either online or at the office have a 5% extra fee and are charged in mexican pesos
We reserve ourselves the right to cancel the excursion if the minimum amount of passengers is not met
Dive center is located in Sayulita, boat in Punta de Mita. For those closer to Punta de Mita, meeting point can be scheduled directly there
The total time of the excursion referes to the actual time on the boat. It doesn't consider the time for the transfer to the harbour and lunch afterward
All the equipment used in any activity is property of Sayulita Entourage; the cost of any damage or loss will be borne by the customer at the current retail price.
A comprehensive excursion
Every year from December through March
Close encounters with safety on a boat excursion run by professionals
KEY INFO
The highlights of the excursion
09:00 AM or 1:30 PM departure
3 hours (approx.)
English, Spanish, French
Pickup and return at our Sayulita office
GALLERY
Our selection of the best photos
OVERVIEW
The unforgettable
During the winter months, a large number of humpback whales migrate from the west coast of Canada to the Mexican Pacific coast of Mexico. Between December and March, they make their spectacular appearances in the Banderas Bay. Being able to watch this extraordinary spectacle upclose is a humbling and emotional experience you definitely don’t want to miss when visiting the Nayarit coast.
The natural shape of the bay provides protection for the mothers and their calves, with hundreds of Humpbacks arriving in the area every year you will witness endless breaching, singing, courting and tail flapping; a lifetime experience you will forever remember.
What to Expect
Close encounters in safety
Being protected by law, every human approach to the whales is regulated by strict rules and regulations to guarantee the safety of both humans and mammals.
Despite their huge size however, humpbacks are very playful and curious; they usually approach boats closer, reason why a trained and conscious captain is fundamental for a safe yet fun adventure.
Starting in December through the end of March whale sightseeings are a considerable part of our Marietas eco discovery adventures. For those interested in a whale watching experience only, we can set a customized excursion upon request.
Whale watching on the way to Marietas
During the winter months the bay is filled with hundreds of whales, making it very easy to spot them on our boat ride to the islands. This 3 hour excursion is the perfect balance between 2 incredible experiences; a whale encounter and a snorkel adventure in the marine park of Marietas Islands. Once the first part of whale sightseeing is over, the group will move towards the islands and visit this protected marine reserve and UNESCO area. After some snorkeling and a beach drop off (The Hidden Beach visit can be added at extra cost), we will end the excursion with some more whale watching on the way back to shore.
The excursion will start at the dive center in Sayulita. Here we will fit you for snorkeling equipment and drive you to Punta de Mita where the boat is located. A total of 3 hours in the ocean, you will be driven back to Sayulita after that.
Returning to Sayulita
Back in Sayulita we will take you for lunch at our local favorite in town, what a better way to reminisce about such an amazing day!
Sayulita Entourage
Calle Miramar 20, Centro,
63734 Sayulita, Nayarit, Mexico
Tel: +52 322 191 1066
Email: info@sayulitaentourage.com