WHALE, HELLO THERE! It’s Whale Watching Season. Where is everyone?!
The whales season tours are included in all boats and to all destinations.
Plan to see lots of humpback whales, dolphins and other amazing wild animals playing, dancing and performing for our Locca Girl guests along the way. The whale season runs from December 8 to March 31. The dolphins are with us all year. Our experienced team will narrate your experience and share with you the history of our beautiful Banderas Bay.
Every year, over 1,500 members of us whales migrate 6,000 miles from the cold Bering and Chukchi waters near Alaska to the warm Pacific waters off the coast of Mexico.
I’m ready to relax, swim in the sun and do a little people watching , and there are no better humans to hang with than the my friends at Chica Locca Tours.
Gil and his crew, really know how to have fun while keeping the bay clean and beautiful for me and my family. So come watch me and my other whale friends on a Chica Locca Eco Friendly Adventure that you will never forget.
You can see me and my friends on ALL Chica Locca Tours from December 8th thru the end of March.
A variety of OPEN TOURS you can select from or a PRIVATE TOUR specifically designed to your needs. Please contact us and let us know which tour you would prefer.
7-Hours in Paradise: Departing from La Cruz Marina at 9:00 AM CST – Returning at 4:00 PM CST
Nestled in the southernmost cove of the worlds 7th largest bay, at the foot of the majestic mountains of the Sierra Madre Occidental, lies the peaceful village of Yelapa, Jalisco, Mexico. The word “Yelapa” is of Purepecha origin and means “place where waters become a pond or come together.”
Chica Locca Tours has made Yelapa a regular stop for our guests who would like to experience this gorgeous location, which happens to our owner Gil’s favorite destination.
Yelapa might be a quiet fishing village but there is a thriving art community as well.
It’s tranquility and privacy make it the perfect place for many Writers and Artists from around the world. The village is quaint, the life is simple, the surrounding beauty irresistible, and many foreigners have made it their permanent home, and enjoy the daily inspiration of the sea, nature, and mountains.
The exciting cruise to Yelapa is a 2-hour ride with an escapade along the way to one of the many secluded spots for snorkeling. There, you can also enjoy swimming, fishing, Kayaking, or any of our other awesome activities provided as part of every ALL INCLUSIVE Chica Locca Boat Tour. Plan on seeing plenty of Humpback Whales and Dolphins playing, dancing and performing for our Chica Locca guests along the way. Whale season runs from December 8th until March 31st. Dolphins are with us year round.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT?
Our 7-Hour Chica Locca Adventure to Yelapa begins when you meet us for Check in at our office in Sayulita by 8:00 AM CST. We are located right by the square, next door to Rubens Deli. Av revolución # 44. From there we provide Free Shuttle Services to the La Cruz Marina where all of our Tours Depart.
You may also meet the boat at our Chica Locca Pier at the Marina RIviera Nayarit, located at La Cruz de Huanacaxtle on Yacht club M-1.,at least 15 minutes (8:45 AM CST) before our 9:00 AM CST departure time.
Once on board, you will be served a delicious continental breakfast as we set sail to Yelapa.
The exciting cruise to Yelapa is a 2-hour ride with an escapade along the way to one of our many secluded spots for snorkeling. There, you can also enjoy swimming, fishing, Kayaking, or any of our other awesome activities provided as part of every ALL INCLUSIVE Chica Locca Boat Tour. Plan on seeing plenty of Humpback Whales, Dolphins and other incredible wildlife playing, dancing and performing for our Chica Locca guests along the way. Whale season runs from December 8th until March 31st. Dolphins are with us year round.
After about 45 minutes of fun on the water, it’s time to enjoy some fresh, seasonal snacks and refreshing beverages as we take a quick ride to Yelapa.
Collecting
Village Art
Once arriving in Yelapa you can choose your activities: stay on the boat and play with the all the toys that Chica Locca offers, enjoy catching some sun on the deck, or depart and explore the village to find mementos and keepsakes of your adventure.
Yelapa’s beach is covered in a blanket of golden sand and is a superb place to swim, snorkel and relax. For many years, the tiny fishing village of Yelapa was a getaway of Bob Dylan, Dennis Hopper, and other cosmic caballero types who gathered in search of lonely beaches, good tequila, and quiet tranquility.
It’s a wild wild…
…wild world!
The thick and beautiful jungle is home to all species of creatures, parrots, land crabs, frogs, scorpions, iguanas, many different birds. You’ll see a lot of insects, including the flashes of the firefly’s romantic calls, you will see bats flying around eating of the abundant insect population, crabs that come out of their underground caves to find food by the streams and on the beach, birds, crickets, cicadas, toads and frogs that chant incessantly, the sound of the jungle is varied, constant and fascinating.
You can join one of our experienced guides on a walking tour to the waterfalls, or you can rent a horse if walking is not your speed (separate fee applies).
Picturesque…
Welcoming….
Captivating…
The scenic and informal path to the falls is about a 30 – 45 minutes and crosses through the small village. We will wind our way through the village, which has, schools, houses, and lots of friendly locals.
Love is in the air!
A Friendship Adventure
Eventually, we will arrive at a breathtaking 150-foot waterfall, where we can swim in the cool waters to our heart’s content.
Girls just…
Wanna have…
Chica Locca FUN!
You can return to the boat anytime you like. Transportation will be provided back and forth at your request, so you are in control of your schedule while visiting Yelapa.
Our length of stay in Yelapa Bay is approximately 3 hours before we cruise back to La Cruz Marina to depart from the tour.
Chica Locca Tours in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico offers an unforgettable experience with every luxury you would imagine. This is a unique and memorable way to enjoy your vacation and enjoy Banderas Bay with family and friends.
Chica Locca Tours is a Family owned and operated charter. Gil, the owner travels with us on many tours to ensure that every guest has a great time.
Experience the adventure of Banderas Bay…the Chica Locca Way!
YELAPA IS AVAILABLE FOR Open Tours & 7-HOUR PRIVATE TOURS
7 hours in Paradise: Departing from La Cruz Marina at 9am CST and returns at 4pm CST.
Chica Locca Boat Tour to The Marietas Islands with Side Tours to Hidden Beach Access, is one of the activities you should put at the top of you list of tours and adventures to enjoy during your stay in Puerto Vallarta or elsewhere in Banderas Bay.
These islands are a natural treasure, at least what was left of them. In the early 1900’s they were used as targets in military bombing exercises, something that would have continued, had it not been for the intervention, of, among others, Jacques-Yves Cousteau in the 1960’s. Since then they have been protected from overfishing and human activities, including bombshells…
The Marietas are a small group of uninhabited islands a few miles off the North coast of Banderas Bay – with its closest town being Punta de Mita. Its two main volcanic islands date from around 60,000 years ago, one is called Isla Redonda (Round Island) and the other Isla Larga (Long Island, no relationship to the one in NY).
A Natural…
…National Treasure!
A natural landmark of Banderas Bay, the Marietas Islands are among the most important spots in all of Mexico and the Eastern Pacific tropics for marine birdwatching and it is a protected shelter for innumerable marine species. This makes it even more unique a place to visit, but one that you must take care of and respect the established rules to safeguard the species that depend on this park
The island is home to several endangered bird species such as the Blue- Footed Boobie which can only be found on the Islands of the Sea of Cortez and the Galapagos Islands.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT?
Our 7-Hour Chica Locca Adventure to The Marietas Islands on the ChicaFUN WATERSLIDES with Side Tour to Hidden Beach begins when you meet us for Check in at our office inSayulita by 8:00 AM CST. We are located right by the square, next door to Rubens Deli. Av revolución # 44. From there we provide Free Shuttle Services to the La Cruz Marina where all of our Tours Depart.
You may also meet the boat at our Chica Locca Pier at the Marina RIviera Nayarit, located at La Cruz de Huanacaxtle on Yacht club M-1.,at least 15 minutes (8:45 AM CST) before our 9:00 AM CST departure time.
Once on board, you will be served a delicious continental breakfast as we set sail to the Marietas Islands.
The exciting cruise to the Marietas Islands is a 2-hour ride. Plan on seeing plenty of Humpback Whales, Dolphins and other incredible wildlife playing, dancing and performing for our Chica Locca guests along the way. Whale season runs from December 8th until March 31st. Dolphins are with us year round. Our knowledgable crew will narrate your experience and share with you the history of our beautiful Banderas Bay.
Our first stop is rated one of the top 100 most beautiful spots in the world, “The Marietas Islands”, home to the Blue Footed Boobie birds and a protected nature reserve.
Here you can also enjoy snorkeling (gear included) or take a guided side tour to the world famous “Hidden Beach” (Separate fees apply).
A total of 115 species of fish, sharks, and rays have been described, plus 10 mammal species including dolphins and whales. There are also more than 200 species that are part of the coral reef and 11 reptile species including iguanas, lizards, rattlesnakes and sea and earth turtles.
We get a lot of requests for stops to Hidden Beach/Love Beach on our tours to the Marietas Islands. So we’d like to offer our take on this very secluded and in demand destination. This secret beach is but a strip of sand in the Marietas Islands that cannot be seen from sea or reached by land – you have to travel by boat then swim underwater to get to it.
Once we arrive at Hidden Beach, you will have access to the beach where you can explore the famous coves and take pictures to commemorate your adventure.
Hidden Beach is only open from Wednesday to Sunday and has limited access of only 100 people each day. It’s a separate charge of US$80/mx$1500 per person to go there, and for those who’ve been, it’s well worth the price of admission.
We offer a very Special Discount to our Guests who would like to take our Hidden Beach Side Tours. Receive a $10 Discount on your Marietas Islands Ticket. So you only pay US$170 (Marietas Islands Adult US$90 + Hidden Beach US$80).
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT?
Our 7-Hour Chica Locca Adventure to The Marietas Islands on the ChicaFUN WATERSLIDES with Side Tour to Hidden Beach begins when you meet us for Check in at our office inSayulita by 8:00 AM CST. We are located right by the square, next door to Rubens Deli. Av revolución # 44. From there we provide Free Shuttle Services to the La Cruz Marina where all of our Tours Depart.
You may also meet the boat at our Chica Locca Pier at the Marina RIviera Nayarit, located at La Cruz de Huanacaxtle on Yacht club M-1.,at least 15 minutes (8:45 AM CST) before our 9:00 AM CST departure time.
Once on board, you will be served a delicious continental breakfast as we set sail to the Marietas Islands.
The exciting cruise to the Marietas Islands is a 2-hour ride. Plan on seeing plenty of Humpback Whales, Dolphins and other incredible wildlife playing, dancing and performing for our Chica Locca guests along the way. Whale season runs from December 8th until March 31st. Dolphins are with us year round. Our knowledgable crew will narrate your experience and share with you the history of our beautiful Banderas Bay.
Our first stop is rated one of the top 100 most beautiful spots in the world, “The Marietas Islands”, home to the Blue Footed Boobie birds and a protected nature reserve.
Here you can also enjoy snorkeling (gear included) or take a guided side tour to the world famous “Hidden Beach” (Separate fees apply).
THE MARIETAS ISLANDS IS AVAILABLE FOR Open Tours & 7-HOUR PRIVATE TOURS
Our Chica Locca Open & Private Boat Tours are Customized for Optimum Pleasure and Comfort as You cruise to Awesome Destinations in Puerto Vallarta’s’ crown jewel, Banderas Bay.
Our 4-Hour Open Sunset Tours on around Banderas Bay begins when you meet us for Check in at our office in Sayulita by 3:30 PM CST. We are located right by the square, next door to Rubens Deli. Av revolución # 44. From there we provide Free Shuttle Services to the La Cruz Marina where all of our Tours Depart.
You may also meet the boat at our Chica Locca Pier at the Marina RIviera Nayarit, located at La Cruz de Huanacaxtle on Yacht club M-1.,at least 15 minutes (4:15 PM CST) before our 4:30 PM CST departure time.ABOUT BANDERAS BAY
Chica Locca is the ultimate and most comfortable way to experience a private sunset sail! Imagine, cruising into the beautiful sunset of Banderas bay while you enjoy all the luxuries a Chica Locca Boat Tour has to offer.
We will cruise along the coast of the Puerto Vallarta skyline enjoying snacks and your favorite cocktails from our Open Bar. We stop to allow all guests to enjoy swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, water slides and relaxing. Then, we will continue cruising along the Puerto Vallarta Malecon for fabulous views of the city and mountains as we embrace a truly inspiring sunset before heading back to to the Marina.
Chica Locca Tours in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico offers an unforgettable experience with every luxury you would imagine. This is a unique and memorable way to enjoy your vacation and enjoy Banderas Bay with family and friends.
Chica Locca Tours is a Family owned and operated charter. Gil, the owner travels with us on many tours to ensure that every guest has a great time.
Experience the adventure of Banderas Bay…the Chica Locca Way!
4-HOUR SUNSET TOUR ON BANDERAS BAY
BANDERAS BAY IS AVAILABLE FOR Sunset Open Tours, 7-HOUR & 4-HOUR PRIVATE TOURS
“Come Sail with us on an Adventure of a Lifetime, as we pleasurably cruise the waters of Puerto Vallarta to the breathtaking destination that is Los Arcos Islands; for an exciting day of snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boarding and all of our awesome Chica Locca Activities.” – Gil
Sail with us on an Adventure of a Lifetime, as we pleasurably cruise the waters of Puerto Vallarta, for an exciting day of snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boarding and all of our other awesome Chica Locca Activities at the Los Arcos Marine preserve.Swim under a beautiful waterfall (seasonal), and relax on the pristine shores of Las Animas Beach.
Los Arcos National Marine Park is located between two beaches, Mismaloya beach, and Las Gemelas. It’s known for its scenic vistas, abundance of tropical fish, hidden caves, deep tunnels, arches and a striking reef. It is said that the waters around the islands are also the deepest in the bay, with a depth ranging from 9 to 480 meters (30 and 1,600 feet).Many years ago these magnificent natural formations of the bay, were called “Las Peñas”. This is where, John Huston decided to film part of the movie “Night of the Iguana” in the early 60’s.
At Los Arcos Marine Park in Puerto Vallarta there are gorgeous islands to visit, magnificent reefs to dive, awesome tunnels to swim through, and secret caves to explore, providing plenty of the arches that give Los Arcos (the Arches) its name.
This protected area and is a popular snorkeling spot. Los Arcos is protected sanctuary for various seabirds such as Pelicans, Bobos and some species of parrots, and is famous for its abundant wildlife, both above and below the ocean’s surface,. It’s great diversity of marine life makes it one of the best locations in the world for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Our exciting boat tours begin with a delicious continental breakfast as we set sail to our gorgeous destination, providing you with plenty of photographic opportunities along the way. We will stop at Los Arcos for snorkeling amidst the many beautiful tropical fish.
Next stop is Las Animas Beach, where you can either get off and relax on the beach or do optional beach activities such as parasailing (separate fees apply), or continue a short ways further to the village of Quimixto.Here you can take a guided hike (free of charge) or rent horses to take you to the beautiful waterfall (seasonal) where you can swim in the pool below.
Visit the tiny village of Quimxto, then return to Las Animas Beach for more fun and activities. Board the boat and a delicious lunch is served. Of course, the drinks are flowing as well!
If you’re in Puerto Vallarta, it is well worth taking the time to enjoy a Chica Locca Open or Private Boat Tour to Los Arcos Islands.Chica Locca Tours in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico offers an unforgettable experience with every luxury you would imagine. This is a unique and memorable way to enjoy your vacation and enjoy Banderas Bay with family and friends.
Chica Locca Tours is a Family owned and operated charter. Gil, the owner travels with us on many tours to ensure that every guest has a great time.
Experience the adventure of Banderas Bay…the Chica Locca Way!
LOS ARCOS ISLANDS IS AVAILABLE FOR 7-HOUR PRIVATE TOURS
If you’ve ever checked out a map of Banderas Bay, chances are you’ve seen that Punta de Mita is the uppermost tip of the bay.
This extremely pretty peninsula with absolutely gorgeous beaches and views of both the bay and the open water has always been a popular weekend getaway from Puerto Vallarta.
Punta Mita tours, like many small communities north of Puerto Vallarta has a bit of everything. El Anclote serves as the “town,” and hosts a number of small shops, art galleries and restaurants located along Ave. El Anclote, a broad boardwalk that runs parallel to the bay and beaches.
El Anclote in Punta de Mita is the best way to get to a host of aquatic activities that include fishing, diving, and paddle boarding, and it’s ideal for whale watching (December to March).
Available upon request for Chica Locca Private Boat Tours.
PUNTA DE MITA IS AVAILABLE FOR 7-HOUR PRIVATE TOURS
Sayulita, Mexico is a small fishing village about 35 Kilometers north of Puerto Vallarta crossing into the state of Nayarit, Mexico. Its population is about 4000 but grows to over 10,000 during the tourist season.
Sayulita was established in 1941 when the first families arrived from the mountains of Jalisco and from there the town of Sayulita was born. Since then more and more families found this little village a piece of paradise.
First thing about Sayulita, is it’s very easy to get around – local Taxis and bikes to rent are everywhere, and you can pretty much walk to wherever you like.
Sayulita is off the beaten path and has tremendous growth and now is home to many Canadians and Americans. It is also home to many of the indigenous Indian tribes of the Huichol. They even have a Huichol center for cultural survival which displays artifacts and art made the members of the Huichol tribe.
Humpback whales, Bryde’s whales and a wide variety of dolphins and whales inhabit the waters of Nayarit Due to its geographical location, oceanographic features, and infrastructure, this bay has been slight grain as an important breeding ground for some species such as the humpback whale.
In the 1960s Sayulita was discovered by the surfers because of the river mouth and consistent surf breaks. Just after this discovery, the construction of Highway 200 was born connecting the popular city of Puerto Vallarta to Sayulita. Sayulita was quick to be known as the surfer’s paradise.
So if you like whale watching, snorkeling, picturesque villages, humble and warm people, and Awesome Surfing – a Chica Locca Private Boat Tour to Sayulita is the destination for you.
Available upon request for Chica Locca Private Boat Tours.
CHICA 55FT YACHT VIP 
CHICA FUN WATER SLIDES 
CHICA SAILING ADVENTURES 
The exciting cruise to Yelapa is a 2-hour ride with an escapade along the way to one of the many secluded spots for snorkeling. There, you can also enjoy swimming, fishing, Kayaking, or any of our other awesome activities provided as part of every ALL INCLUSIVE Chica Locca Boat Tour. Plan on seeing plenty of Humpback Whales and Dolphins playing, dancing and performing for our Chica Locca guests along the way. Whale season runs from December 8th until March 31st. Dolphins are with us year round.
You can join one of our experienced guides on a walking tour to the waterfalls, or you can rent a horse if walking is not your speed (separate fee applies).
Eventually, we will arrive at a breathtaking 150-foot waterfall, where we can swim in the cool waters to our heart’s content.
You can return to the boat anytime you like. Transportation will be provided back and forth at your request, so you are in control of your schedule while visiting Yelapa.
Humpback whales, Bryde’s whales and a wide variety of dolphins and whales inhabit the waters of Nayarit Due to its geographical location, oceanographic features, and infrastructure, this bay has been slight grain as an important breeding ground for some species such as the humpback whale.
In the 1960s Sayulita was discovered by the surfers because of the river mouth and consistent surf breaks. Just after this discovery, the construction of Highway 200 was born connecting the popular city of Puerto Vallarta to Sayulita. Sayulita was quick to be known as the surfer’s paradise.