Top Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in Puerto Vallarta

The top 2 dive and snorkel sites in Puerto Vallarta, ranked by diver reviews, with maps and photos. Read the Puerto Vallarta guide

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La Pared

No reviews yetMexico, Central Pacific, Puerto Vallarta

The maximum depth is 80 feet where the sand slope begins. Huge rocks form crevices and small swim throughs. The main wall goes down to 40 feet and it is covered with corals, gorgonians, ascidians, sponges and bryozoans. During the months of April, May and June large aggregations of the colorful nudibranch Tambja abdere can be observed. The dive site known as La Pared (The Wall) is located on the lea side of the round island. La Pared is also known as The Wall.

BeginnerMax depth 40 ftBoat entry
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Majahuitas

No reviews yetMexico, Central Pacific, Puerto Vallarta

Manta rays are commonly be seen! Southern side of Banderas Bay; about an hour south of Puerto Vallarta. Majahuitas is also known as Mahahuitas.

BeginnerMax depth 39.4 ftBoat entry
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Top dive shops in Puerto Vallarta

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Banderas Scuba Republic Malecon Zone
4.9 (91) · Puerto Vallarta
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Silent World Divers
4.8 (121) · Puerto Vallarta
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Vallarta Undersea
4.6 (58) · Puerto Vallarta
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Puerto Vallarta diving guide

Ready to check out the best sites in Puerto Vallarta for scuba diving, snorkeling, shore diving, free diving or other ocean activities? Zentacle has 2 dive sites, snorkel spots, beaches, and more. Discover hand-curated maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.

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Are there dive shops in Puerto Vallarta?

Zentacle lists 6 dive shops in Puerto Vallarta. The top-rated are Banderas Scuba Republic Malecon Zone (4.9 from 91 reviews) and Banderas Scuba Republic Romantic Zone (4.9 from 91 reviews).