Islas Marietas National Park · Nayarit
Sail with a local crew, swim in protected waters and explore one of the most special natural sanctuaries in the Mexican Pacific.
Local operators · Access regulated by CONANP
Choose your route
Only some tours go into Hidden Beach. Compare them and pick the one that suits you.
The full classic tour —snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, Nopalera Beach, breakfast, lunch and open bar— plus 30 to 45 minutes inside Hidden Beach, the most famous crater beach in the Mexican Pacific.
Not included, paid at the pier: the CONANP Protected Natural Areas bracelet ($240 MXN) and the port tax ($35 MXN).
A day in the Islas Marietas National Park with snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding and a stop at Nopalera Beach. Breakfast, lunch and an open bar on the way back included.
Not included, paid at the pier: the CONANP Protected Natural Areas bracelet ($240 MXN) and the port tax ($35 MXN).
A boat just for your group, with flexible schedules, a custom route and total privacy. Ideal for families, celebrations and groups.
The price depends on the boat, group size and route. Message us and we’ll send you a free quote.
Official park guide
The Islas Marietas National Park is regulated by CONANP. These rules protect the reef and keep Hidden Beach a sanctuary.
The Islas Marietas are a National Park and a Biosphere Reserve. CONANP sets a daily carrying capacity to protect the reef and the beach, so only a small number of visitors can enter each day, at assigned times.
The park is closed on Mondays. Hidden Beach is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays so the ecosystem can recover, so you can only visit it Wednesday to Sunday; other trips, like the snorkeling tour, run Tuesday to Sunday. CONANP may also close access due to weather or maintenance, so we confirm every date before you book.
To reach the beach you swim a short stretch through a natural tunnel, wearing a mandatory life jacket. Only people aged 12 to 60 who know how to swim and feel comfortable in the ocean can enter; at high tide or with big swells, access may be suspended for safety.
You may not take sand, shells, coral or wildlife, feed animals, or use sunscreen that is not biodegradable. Following your guide’s instructions is mandatory.
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Ask on WhatsAppIt is the same full day: snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, Nopalera Beach, breakfast, lunch and open bar. The Hidden Beach tour adds 30 to 45 minutes inside Hidden Beach, with limited spots set by CONANP and only for ages 12 to 60. The classic tour does not enter Hidden Beach and is ideal for families with kids.
Both tours include the boat ride, breakfast, grilled lunch, an open bar on the way back, snorkeling, kayak and paddleboard gear, and a guide. Separately, the CONANP Protected Natural Areas bracelet ($240 MXN) and the port tax ($35 MXN) are paid at the pier per person. We confirm the final price in writing before you pay.
You can visit all year round. December to March is humpback whale season in Banderas Bay; from April to November the water is usually warmer for swimming and snorkeling.
On the classic tour, yes: there are child (6 to 11) and infant (1 to 5) rates. Hidden Beach is only open to ages 12 to 60, so if you are traveling with kids or older adults, the classic tour is the best choice.
Location
Off the coast of the Riviera Nayarit, in Banderas Bay, about two hours by boat from Puerto Vallarta.
