The 3 Cruises & Boat Tours That Earn Their Price

1.Puerto Vallarta Best Zipline Canopy + Tequila and Speed Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,786 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $120Our pick

You’ll ride by speedboat or land transport to Los Veranos, then tackle 19 jungle ziplines with guides such as Pepe, Edgar, and Fernando. Expect steep steps, river views, tequila tasting, waterslides, kayaks, and a small animal sanctuary. Lunch, drinks, photos, and some fees cost extra.

“I had a wonderful time. Our guided put on a great show and kept the energy up all while keeping us safe and sound.”

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2.Outdoor Ziplining, Waterfalls & Speed boat in Puerto Vallarta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,796 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129

You’ll speedboat from Puerto Vallarta to Boca de Tomatlan, ride a Unimog and mule into the Sierra Madre, then tackle ziplines, waterfall rappels, bridges, rivers, and slides. Guides such as Cesar, Tania, May, Loza, and Fito are known for firm safety instruction and lively encouragement.

“The experience was great but if you afraid of heights don’t do it overall it was very fun, the team treat you well and give you instructions to everything”

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3.Zipline Canopy Tour & Tortuguero Canal Boat tour. Shore Excursion from Limon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $175

From Limón’s cruise pier, you’ll ride through the countryside to the Tortuguero Canal, then head to Veragua Rainforest Eco Park for 11 ziplines among the trees. Guides such as Steven, Renato, and Ariel have been praised for clear commentary and warm service, though wildlife sightings and canal quality can vary.

“This tour was great! They picked us up right off our cruise ship. Our guide Steven was excellent. He was very knowledgeable about local culture and environment. And he was very funny, made all guests feel comfortable and at ease. Saw lots of animals and had unforgettable experiences”

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