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Hidden Beach at Marietas Islands: Secret Cove Swim & Snorkel

Slip through a sea tunnel to reach the legendary hidden beach — a collapsed volcanic crater with its own private sky. Snorkel pristine reefs teeming with tropical fish and rays in a UNESCO-protected biosphere.

What to expect

A 45-minute catamaran crossing to the Marietas Islands sets the scene before guides lead you through the sea cave tunnel at low tide into the jaw-dropping hidden beach crater. You'll snorkel the crystal-clear biosphere waters among parrotfish, sea turtles, and rays. A gourmet open bar and fresh ceviche lunch on deck round out the journey back.

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Vallarta Adventures
USD 111–159 per person (Las Caletas/Marietas departures; private charter pricing on request)
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Good to know

Entry permits are government-regulated and sell out days in advance — book well before your cruise date. Departs early morning from the Marina Vallarta pier, roughly 10 minutes from the cruise terminal by taxi. All-aboard is typically 10 pm; this full-day excursion returns by 5 pm.

Sail there

Luxury cruises that call at Puerto Vallarta — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Regent · Seven Seas Grandeur
10 nights · calls at Puerto Vallarta
from $7,049
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Seabourn · Seabourn Quest
19 nights · calls at Puerto Vallarta
from $8,998
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Regent · Seven Seas Splendor
16 nights · calls at Puerto Vallarta
from $11,149
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Oceania · Oceania Vista
59 nights · calls at Puerto Vallarta
from $26,399
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