PUERTO VALLARTA ATTRACTION FIELD GUIDE
Silent Coves and Sunlit Reefs: Scuba Diving Majahuitas off Puerto Vallarta
A four‑hour boat excursion to the secluded coves of Majahuitas offering calm water two‑tank dives, Cressi equipment and a light lunch — a concise guide to what to expect.
Silent Coves and Sunlit Reefs: Scuba Diving Majahuitas off Puerto Vallarta.
Majahuitas sits on Puerto Vallarta’s south coast as a string of tiny boat‑access coves where calm, mellow water and fewer visitors make the bay a quietly rewarding place to dive. Operators run two‑tank dives with full equipment rental, provide a light lunch and use exclusively Cressi gear, and tailor dives to divers’ skill levels for an unhurried day on the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Calm, sheltered coves ideal for easy entries and relaxed dives
The entire bay is made up of tiny coves with calm, mellow water that make Majahuitas especially suitable for scuba or snorkeling and for dives that can be kept shallow or taken deeper depending on the diver’s preference.
A short cruise past Puerto Vallarta’s skyline and coastal landmarks
The boat ride to Majahuitas passes the Puerto Vallarta skyline, Mismaloya and Los Arcos, offering photo opportunities before you enter the quieter coves around Majahuitas.
Two‑tank dives with rental gear and a light lunch
Each tour is a two‑tank dive with full equipment rental; operators provide a light lunch (sandwich and fruit) and plenty of water while using exclusively Cressi equipment to outfit divers.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
Over approximately four hours you board a boat for the short run to Majahuitas’ coves, pass recognizable coastal sights, then conduct two relaxed dives in calm water that can be tailored to comfort and certification level; between dives the operator provides a light lunch and hydration so the day stays easy and focused on the sea.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The excursion runs approximately 4 hours.
Bring a swimsuit, towels, sunscreen, sunglasses and Mexican pesos as recommended by the operator.
The tour includes two‑tank diving with full equipment rental, first‑time diver pool scuba instruction equipment rental, a light lunch (sandwich and fruit) and water; equipment provided is exclusively Cressi.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the scuba dive trip to Majahuitas?
The excursion lasts approximately 4 hours.
Do I need a certification to join the scuba dives?
Yes — participants must be PADI certified to participate in the scuba dives.
What equipment does the operator provide?
The operator provides full equipment rental and uses exclusively Cressi equipment.
How many dives are included?
Each tour is a two‑tank dive with full equipment rental included.
Is Majahuitas a protected marine park and is it crowded?
Majahuitas is not a protected marine park like Los Arcos and is much less visited, so there are typically fewer divers and snorkelers in the water.
Is food provided during the trip?
Yes — a light lunch (sandwich and fruit) and plenty of water are provided.