Puerto Vallarta has many beautiful places to visit and spend unforgettable moments. One of the most characteristic and visited are the Mismaloya Arches located south of the city.
With imposing rock formations that have resisted the winds and waves for many years. Today they are one of the most famous places to visit in Puerto Vallarta and one of the best destinations for snorkeling in Banderas Bay.
Los Arcos de Mismaloya is home to a great variety of tropical fish and marine life. Los Arcos de Puerto Vallarta National Marine Park, by its official name, has been a nationally protected area in Mexico since 1984, making it a vibrant and safe place to explore the ocean.
Los Arcos is a species-safe marine area, with no fishing or speedboats passing through, it is a safe place for a variety of water sports. In addition to snorkeling, admiring the beauty of the area and playing sports, you can return to the shore of Mismaloya Beach to enjoy a meal of fresh fish and cold drinks.
You can practice different activities such as Snorkeling. You can admire puffer fish, parrot fish, angelfish and even octopus and sea turtles. There are two options to do it: a tour to Los Arcos Puerto Vallarta that includes snorkeling or there are also boatmen at Mismaloya beach that rent equipment and transport you for an affordable price.
Paddleboarding is one of the most fun activities to explore the site and go through the tunnels of Los Arcos National Park. This is for people who like more adventure, but you will be able to get closer to the giant rocks. It is only recommended to take extreme precautions and protect yourself from the sun’s rays.
Another way to explore it is by Scuba diving. This way you will be able to see all the marine species of Los Arcos Puerto Vallarta National Marine Park. The rugged surface of Los Arcos Submarine Park is teeming with tropical fish, eels, eagle rays, turtles and octopus. If you plan to enjoy snorkeling and diving in Puerto Vallarta, summer is the best time of the year to visit, when the water is warm and clear.
Los Arcos is one of the most amazing and beautiful sites in Puerto Vallarta that will surely amaze you. Not only is it one of the best diving destinations, but it is also a naturally beautiful site, and the magnitude of its rocks is a sight to behold. Whether you try snorkeling, paddleboarding, scuba diving in Puerto Vallarta or just relax on the shore and contemplate the sea, visiting Los Arcos is a must for your Puerto Vallarta vacation this summer.