Hidden Beach (Playa Escondida) Boat Tour

Marietas Islands Hidden Beach (Playa Escondida) Small Group Boat Tour from Punta Mita

Discover one of Mexico’s most iconic natural wonders on a small-group boat tour to the Marietas Islands, with guaranteed access to Hidden Beach (Playa Escondida). This experience is Ideal for travelers who want to explore the Marietas Islands and Hidden Beach, whether they prefer a private and exclusive experience with their own group or are comfortable sharing the tour with a small group, all within a protected natural environment.
This carefully regulated experience allows you to enjoy approximately 30 minutes inside the beach, always following national park guidelines and preserving this protected natural site.

The tour departs from Punta de Mita, one of the closest and most convenient departure points to the Marietas Islands. After a short boat ride, you’ll arrive at this protected natural area, making it an excellent option for travelers staying in Puerto Vallarta, Nuevo Vallarta (Nuevo Nayarit), Bucerías, or Sayulita, who are looking for a smooth and efficient experience without long transfers.

Access to Hidden Beach involves swimming approximately 100 meters through a natural tunnel, always accompanied by a certified guide who provides constant assistance and leads the group through safe routes. During this process, the guide can help transport your cellphone or camera safely into the beach area and assist with taking photos once inside].

Beyond Hidden Beach, the tour includes snorkeling with colorful marine life, a photo stop at the Stone Bridge, and a visit to Nopalera Beach, where you can swim, explore caves, walk along the shore, and take photos.

The experience is conducted aboard a covered boat equipped with a ladder for safe re-boarding, allowing comfortable navigation throughout the tour before returning to the Punta Mita Pier.

The adventure includes:

• Life jacket & Snorkeling equipment
• Certified English-speaking guide
• Certified boat captain
• Drinks included – non-alcoholic
• National Park entrance wristbands included (official conservation fee)

Recommendations ¿What to bring?

• Swimsuit
• Towel
• Sunscreen
• Camera or cellphone for photos
• Reusable water bottle or thermos

What is not allowed

• Applying sunscreen immediately before activities (sunscreen must be applied before boarding or once the boat has started moving)
• Disembarking with any type of footwear (no shoes or water shoes allowed on the islands)
• Bringing bags backpacks suitcases or food and/or drinks onto the beaches
• Littering or throwing trash into the sea
• Alcohol consumption during island stays (only allowed during navigation)
• Flying drones according to national park regulations.

Important information before booking

Access to Hidden Beach Love Beach is limited and subject to national park regulations.

Advance booking is strongly recommended to secure availability.

The minimum age to enter Hidden Beach Love Beach is 10 years and
the maximum age is 64 years.

Meeting point: Our office in Punta de Mita. Please arrive 15 minutes early. Transportation is not included.

For safety reasons this tour involves swimming and physical activity in open sea conditions. Guests with pre-existing medical conditions including cardiovascular conditions as well as pregnant guests are strongly advised not to participate in this tour. By booking this tour you acknowledge that Grimar Adventures is not responsible for complications related to pre-existing health conditions.

All guests must follow the instructions provided by the captain and certified guide at all times. Failure to comply with safety instructions may result in denied access to certain activities or areas including Hidden Beach for safety reasons.

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