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Whale Watching Season in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

DESTINATION | Published on 09/12/2020
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Winter is a time for families to escape the chilly northern winds to vacation in Riviera Nayarit, but it’s not just humans who spend their winters here. Humpback whales south migrate from arctic waters every year, and during the whales’ Puerto Vallarta season, you’ll see them shooting great spouts of water into the air and waving their tails above the water’s surface.

While you can spot whales in Riviera Nayarit from your resort balcony, the best way to see these majestic creatures splashing at sea is on whale watching tours. These whale watching Puerto Vallarta excursions add a touch of wonder and adventure to your vacation, helping you create memories that will last a lifetime.


Whale Watching Tours

For many, whale watching is a bucket-list item, and there is something awe inspiring about spotting whales in Puerto Vallarta. From sailing across the crystal smooth waters in the morning breeze to being surrounded by the beauty of the mountains and ocean, every aspect of these whale watching tours is truly memorable. You’ll be breathless as you spot the rigged backs of whales in Riviera Nayarit rise out of the water, and seeing their tails wave will make you want to wave right back at them.

If you’re lucky, you’ll see whales in Riviera Nayarit breach and splash against the surface. Whale watching Puerto Vallarta excursions get you up close to these creatures and make your vacation magical.



Whale Season in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

However, you can only spot whales in Puerto Vallarta between December through March, and while they may arrive in November and stay through April, if this is one of your bucket list items, you won't want to miss the whales’ Puerto Vallarta season. While you’ll just have to catch a quick flight to see them, the humpback whales swim over 4,000 miles to the warm waters of the Bay of Banderas, sometimes taking as long as four months to arrive! Once they’ve arrived, it’s all about family. Many humpback whales are born here, and the safety of the bay provides the perfect conditions for them to learn to swim. On whale watching tours, it’s not uncommon to see young calves swimming by their mothers. 

To experience whale watching season, you’ll want to go with an official tour provider because there are rules and regulations regarding the protection of whales in Puerto Vallarta. Some of the best options for whale watching Puerto Vallarta has are Ecotours de Mexico, OceanFriendly, and Vallarta Natours. These companies won’t just get you out to see the whales, but they’ll respect the safety of these animals and protect the local environment. These companies abide by the official guidelines for whale watching season, so you’ll want to book your excursion between December and the end of March.


The whales’ Puerto Vallarta season is the best time to visit. With clear skies and calm seas, it’s the perfect time to head out on the water and spot humpback whales. Having these guests visiting the bay makes whale watching season the best time to visit Riviera Nayarit, and while you may spot them from shores, there’s nothing like the rush of spotting them out at sea on a tour.

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