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Cancellation Policy: To ensure client satisfaction, Vallarta Adventures never overbooks a tour. Therefore, the following cancellation and notification procedure is mandatory: Please arrive for check in 30 minutes before your tour is due to depart 24 hours in advance - 100% refund 12 hours in advance - 50% refund No show - No refund Activities may be changed due to weather or sea conditions We reserve the right to change schedules without prior notice Vallarta Adventures Center in Nuevo Vallarta: Paseo de las Palmas 39-A • Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit • CP 63732 • México Office in Puerto Vallarta: Ed. Marina Golf, Local 13-C • Calle Mástil, Marina Vallarta • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco • 48354 • México Info: www.vallarta-adventures.com • info@vallarta-adventures.com Like us Follow us Next time you visit Los Cabos, don’t forget to try one of our wonderful adventure tours with Cabo Adventures or visit us at: www.cabo-adventures.com Please pass this magazine to a friend or give it back to a staff member of Vallarta Adventure for recycling. ENGLISH • INGLÉS THE WHALES ARE HERE!!! And the best way to see them is on our: • Whale Photo Safari (page 9) You can also see them on our: • Marietas Eco Discovery (page 16) • Las Caletas Whale Watching (page 11) GROUPS & WEDDINGS At Vallarta Adventures we are dedicated to Newspaper, the Los Angeles Times, and the adventure! Our trips are safe learning experi- New York Times. ences designed for people who want to have fun exploring and enjoying all that nature has It has been gratifying to assemble the extraor- to offer. dinary team of dedicated people who work with Vallarta Adventures. We believe in giving We are a young company; staffed by free- talented people the freedom to do things they spirited, adventurous people, from a variety like to do. It shows in the passion they bring of backgrounds and countries–but unified by to their work and in the way they share their a passion to provide quality service throughout knowledge with our travelers. our complete range of tours. Our story is a continuing one. We have lots Our focus of sharing the culture, wildlife, bio- of new possibilities on the drawing board diversity, and natural beauty of Puerto Vallarta and will be sharing them with you here in the with visitors has attracted the attention of near future. major media throughout the world. We hope you enjoy what you see and thank We are proud to have been featured on TV programs and channels that include E! Entertainment, Travel Channel, Discovery Channel, ESPN, the BBC, Good Morning Arizona, TV Azteca, and Televisa, as well as in respected publications including Hello Magazine, Architectural Digest, Outside Magazine, Travel Age West, TTG Leisure Travel News, Reforma Contact our specialists about your upcoming event info@vallarta-adventures.com you for visiting us. CONTENTS SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Vallarta Adventures participates in a variety of programs aimed at preserving local wildlife and vegetation. Besides protecting plants and animals, these programs also encourage breeding and try to bring back endangered species while making people aware of their place in a healthy ecosystem. We also operate a special environmental education program and invite children from local schools to spend time with us and participate in marine mammal preservation projects. LAND ADVENTURES EVENING DINNER PERFORMANCE Canopy Adventure Park • Page 1 GIVING BACK • • • • • • • Sponsor educational programs for kids Full-year elementary school scholarship for local children More than 1000 free dolphin therapies for low-income families Active involvement in community reforestation programs Preservation & conservation of more that 500 hectares of jungle rainforest Active involvement in rescuing stranded whales and marine life One of the largest employers for isolated communities such as: Quimixto, Las Palmas, Yelapa, Boca de la Sierra and El Tuito Page 19 • Rhythms of the Night Outdoor Adventure • Page 3 San Sebastian del Oeste • Page 5 DIVING Page 21 • Scuba Diving Sierra Madre South • Page 6 Offroad Adventure • Page 7 Guadalajara Shopping Tour • Page 8 SEA ADVENTURES DOLPHINS & SEA LIONS Page 23 • Dolphin & Las Caletas Adventure Page 24 • Dolphin Signature Swim Page 25 • Dolphin Swim Experience Whale Photo Safari • Page 9 Las Caletas • Page 11 Sea Safari • Page 13 Yelapa & Majahuitas • Page 15 Marietas Eco Discovery • Page 16 Luxury Sailing • Page 17 Page 27 • Dolphin Extreme Page 28 • Dolphin Encounter Page 29 • Dolphin Kids Page 30 • Trainer for a Day Page 31 • Sea Lion Encounter Page 32 • MAPS Luxury Sunset Sailing • Page 17 Winter 2011 CANOPY ADVENTURE PARK Feel the rush of adrenalin pump through your veins as you fly from platform to platform 90 feet (30 meters) above the forest floor amongst A fast, fun and exhilarating eco-friendly adventure. the tree tops. Our canopy tour is more than our amazing zip lines; you’ll also experience hanging bridges, rappels, ladders, suspended walkways, swings, and nature walks. • Our tour offers the highest guide-to-guest ratio in the area, and we are the only zipline tour operator in Puerto Vallarta to offer doublesecurity zip lines. In addition, our entire Canopy Adventure Park has been built to meet all standards set by the ACCT, the leading challenge course trade organization. Departure: Marina Vallarta Nuevo Vallarta Tour duration: 4 1/2 hours Suggestions: • Light sweater • Comfortable walking shoes Limitations: Minimum height: 4 feet (1.20 meters) Maximum weight: 250 lbs (113 kg) 1 Did you know? Our Canopy Adventure Park is set in a 530 acre nature preserve managed by Vallarta Adventures, and, of that 530, we only use five for the park. The other 525 acres have been set aside for protection and re-forestation. Included: Water You can buy: Gear Snack Photos • Within easy reach of Nuevo Vallarta, our canopy tour is hidden in the heart of a virgin tropical forest in the Sierra Madre Mountains on protected land. With 90% of your experience up in the treetops, you are sure to gain a unique perspective of this amazing area. • No matter who you are, this tour is perfect for you. From youngsters to seniors, everyone walks away from this tour with a smile on their face and a memory that will last a lifetime. Come see why we are the #1 canopy tour in Vallarta. Souvenirs 2 OUTDOOR ADVENTURE This experience takes place in an area of unspoiled tropical forests where scenic beauty and rich ecological habitats create a true tropical paradise. One of the greatest adventures on earth. The beautiful scenery, spectacular sights and incredibly varied flora and fauna you’ll encounter while hiking, riding mules, zip lining, and rappelling through the sub-tropical forest makes our Outdoor Adventure an experience of a lifetime. • Your safety is our primary focus. We are the only zip-line tour operator in Puerto Vallarta to offer double-security zip lines, and our Outdoor Adventure has been designed to meet all standards set by the ACCT, the leading challenge course trade organization. • This thrilling adventure brings out the child in all of us. We’ll journey to the heart of the Sierra Madre, where you’ll learn a variety of wilderness techniques. Departure: Maritime terminal Nuevo Vallarta Oxxo Conchas Chinas * Hotel Barceló de Mismaloya Did you know? Our tour guides are required to complete more than 300 hours of intense training. They are the most well-trained guides in all of Vallarta. Included: You can buy: Tour duration: 6 1/2 hours Suggestions: • Light sweater • Closed-toe, comfortable shoes • Towel • Change of clothes 3 Water Gear Snack Photos Limitations: Minimum height: 4 feet (1.20 meters) Maximum weight: 250 lbs (113 kg) * Does not include boat ride Souvenirs • Be prepare to splash down streams, rappel through waterfalls into natural river pools, and soar 200 feet (61 meters) above the ground over the jungle foliage on a 1000 feet (305 meters) zip line. 4 SAN SEBASTIAN DEL OESTE SIERRA MADRE SOUTH Untouched by time, San Sebastian is one of Mexico’s last remaining colonial towns. Enjoy a deeper look into Mexico’s rich culture and heritage. This picturesque village is surrounded by aromatic pine forests in the Sierra Madre mountains at an altitude of 5,413 feet (1,650 meters). Colonial architecture, a colorful village square, quaint cobblestone streets, passing mules and a sleepy way of life far removed from the rest of the world make you feel as if you have stepped back in time. You will enjoy a guided walking tour of the town and visit the village’s main highlights, such as the 18th century church, colonial homes, old haciendas and local coffee producers. San Sebastian is a living museum untouched by time, making it an experience difficult to surpass. Suggestions: • Light sweater • Comfortable walking shoes Included: Breakfast 5 Lunch Water Suggestions: • Light sweater • Comfortable walking shoes Limitations: Minimum age: 3 years old This tour heads south out of Vallarta for an exploration of the south bay’s Sierra Madre mountains. We will take you from the palms to the pines. A journey off the beaten path, this tour takes you deep into an outback that few know exist. Our knowledgeable, ecological-oriented guides will take you on a fascinating and educational nature walk. You will visit Vallarta’s beautiful botanical garden, an operating tequila factory and the colonial town of El Tuito, a village founded in the 16th century and located approximately 3,500 feet (1,067 meters) above sea level. The southern Sierra Madre provide a unique and beautiful area full of beauty, and this adventure exposes you to the area’s best. You can buy: Included: You can buy: Departure: Marina Vallarta Nuevo Vallarta Tour duration: 7 hours Photos Handcrafts Coffee Lunch Water Open bar Departure: Marina Vallarta Oxxo Conchas Chinas Hotel Barceló de Mismaloya Nuevo Vallarta (on Thursday) Tour duration: 7 hours Limitations: Minimum age: 8 years old Expecting mothers restricted Photos Handcrafts 6 OFFROAD ADVENTURE MARIETAS ECO SHOPPING GUADALAJARA DISCOVERYTOUR The ideal way to get off the beaten path and explore the real Mexico. A symbol AN ADVENTURE of authentic FULL OFmexican ENCOUNTERS culture. WITH THE MOST SPLENDID SEA CREATURES bar, with soda, beer and tequila, and share your experiences and Limitations: Minimum age: 8 years old laughter with your newfound friends Expecting mothers restricted Included: You can buy: Included: backcountry. We’ll escort you by Unimog Mercedes Benz® 4x4 vehicle into the remote, traditional villages of the Vallarta-area outback and introduce you to the unique ecosystem and tropical forest of the Sierra Madre mountains. Our exceptional guides will educate you on everything, from the history of Mexico to the flora and fauna of the mountains – all in amazing detail. Enjoy a guided nature walk and stop at a traditional “casa” for hand-made tortillas and tacos. Visit a typical Mexican surfer village and art galleries for late lunch and enjoy a walk on the beach or around the village. On the way back, enjoy an open 7 Suggestions: • Towel • Swimwear • Light sweater • Comfortable walking shoes Take a brief, 45-minute flight from Puerto Vallarta to Guadalajara over spectacular terrain and arrive in Guadalajara for a day of delights. Admire the magnificent architecture of this colonial city and visit the historic city center to see the Cathedral, known for its emblematic towers. Enjoy a stop in the beautiful town of San Pedro Tlaquepaque, then head off for a memorable day of shopping. Famous for handcrafts, the city has hundreds of galleries promoting local artists. These craftsmen produce world-renowned ceramics, such as Petatillo pottery and hand-blown glass. They work with copper, wood and leather to produce regional treasures for you to take home as a reminder of your amazing day. This is the ideal way to get off the beaten path and explore the Breakfast Lunch Water Open bar Departure: Marina Vallarta Nuevo Vallarta Tour duration: 8 1/2 hours Photos Roundtrip Lunch Open bar Snack Suggestions: • Comfortable walking shoes • Light sweater Departures from: Puerto Vallarta International Airport Tour duration: 8 hours Limitations: Friday departure only 8 WHALE PHOTO SAFARI Lead by a trained naturalist, this intimate photography experience will take your breath away. North Pacific humpbacks spend the summer in the temperate waters from the Aleutian Island of Alaska to the Farallon Islands off the coast of Central California. During the colder winter months, November to May, the majority of the North Pacific stock is found in the warm waters of Hawaii and México, where they breed, calve, and nurse their young. We will venture along the breeding grounds aboard our comfortable, inflatable boats, which are the perfect mode of transport for whale watching. Our Whale Photo Safari, led by expert guides, offers travelers a closer look at the world in which these magnificent animals live. We are the only company that uses a light aircraft spotter plane to track the whales. Our light aircraft is in constant radio contact with each of our boat captains and reports sightings immediately from all over the bay. Departure: Maritime terminal Nuevo Vallarta Did you know? Both male and female humpbacks whales produce a wide array of sounds, including the highest and lowest frequencies human can hear. Tour duration: 3 hours Suggestions: • Sunscreen • Light sweater • Cap • Camera 9 Limitations: Minimum age: 8 years Inflatable motor boat with no extra facilities This specialized excursion is designed to provide multiple opportunities to capture the magic moment when you encounter the magnificent wildlife of the Bay of Banderas. Included: Water Snack Hydrophone 10 LAS CALETAS Las Caletas is surrounded by a steep, jungle-clad An exclusive, private tropical beach that is a perfect retreat for everyone. making it a truly secluded tropical sanctuary. mountain backdrop and accessible only by boat, This daylong adventure is perfect for everyone – from couples to families to friends – wishing to relax or take advantage of the various activities available. • Enjoy a fun-filled boat ride with our professional crew and guides. While on the boat, keep and eye out for humpback whales that use the protected waters of the bay to birth and raise their calves each winter. • At Las Caletas, you can choose between pure relaxation and gentle exploration of the surrounding area by taking a guided jungle hike or visiting the orchid garden. And don’t miss the parrot and monkey encounter. 11 Departure: Maritime terminal Nuevo Vallarta Hotel Barceló de Mismaloya Did you know? That Las Caletas was once the private home of film director John Huston who considered it one of the most beautiful places in the world. Tour duration: 7 hours Included: • Enjoy swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking in the warm, clear waters of the cove. Witness the delights of the kids as they “fly” through the jungle at the Kids You can buy: Adventure Park. After building up Suggestions: • Swimwear • Towel • Light sweater (winter) Lunch * Breakfast for early departure only Snorkel Kids Adventure Wetsuits Park and appetite, feast at the superb, Open bar Kayak Photos Souvenirs Spa Clay molding Scuba Diving Power Snorkel beachside buffet. 12 SEA SAFARI This action-packed day of adventure takes Snorkel, kayak and ride horseback through Mexico’s most unspoiled tropical locations. south shore. Smaller groups on this tour allow you to the best places on Banderas Bay’s us to create a flexible schedule, providing an action-packed, fun-filled day for everyone. From speedboats to waterfalls to horses to beaches – this tour has it all. • Begin the day with an exciting bay crossing in our famous Apex® inflatable speedboats to the village of Quimixto. Accessible only by boat, you’ll enjoy a guided walk through this charming and unique fishing village. • We will then ride horseback up to a magnificent, crashing waterfall where you can swim in the refreshing pool at the base – posing for pictures under the falls. • Head farther south down the coast, stopping to snorkel in a calm cove full of fish, to Playa Pizota. Enjoy Departure: Maritime terminal Nuevo Vallarta Tour duration: 6 1/2 hours Suggestions: • Swimwear • Towel • Closed-toe, comfortable shoes Limitations: Minimum age: 10 years old Maximum weight: 250 lbs (113 kg) 13 Did you know? Vallarta Adventures has formed a close bond with the remote villages on this tour and is one of the top employers for the people living there. Included: You can buy: a delicious BBQ buffet lunch, with full bar, on a world-class beach. After some time at the beach, we will head back to Vallarta to complete the day. Lunch Water Open bar Kayak Snorkel Helmet Photos 14 YELAPA & MAJAHUITAS MARIETAS ECO DISCOVERY Superb opportunity to swim, snorkel, explore or just relax. Cruise, swim, snorkel & kayak at this eco wonderland in our search for marine life. Relax onboard our modern catamarans as we cruise south of Puerto Vallarta. Our morning is spent in the exquisite bay of Majahuitas. This sheltered cove possesses some of the whitest beaches and crystal clear waters in the bay, which make it a perfect place to practice snorkeling and kayaking. In the afternoon we head to Yelapa, a charming Mexican fishing village. A beautiful beach blanketed with golden sand and calm waters makes Yelapa a superb place to swim. Hike through the jungle to the nearby waterfalls or just relax on the beach before enjoying a delicious lunch on board Suggestions: • Swimwear • Towel • Light sweater (winter) Departure: Maritime terminal Nuevo Vallarta Tour duration: 7 hours the catamaran. Included: Breakfast 15 You can buy: Lunch Open bar Kayak Snorkel Wetsuits Photos Souvenirs Handcrafts As you cruise to the magnificent Marietas Islands on a top-of-the-line catamaran, you’ll likely encounter dolphins as they leap out the water right beside you. During the winter months, there’s the added bonus of spotting humpback whales, as the bay is a centuries–old breeding ground and resting place following their annual migrations. Recognized as a UNESCO protected nature reserve, the islands provide a home to rare animal life and are a shelter to a wide array of coral and marine species. Marietas will give you a unique opportunity to be up close with four mammal species, 90 bird species and over 100 species of fish! Suggestions: • Swimwear • Towel • Light sweater (winter) Included: You can buy: Breakfast Lunch Open bar Kayak Snorkel Wetsuits Departure: Maritime terminal Nuevo Vallarta Tour duration: 7 hours Photos Souvenirs Scuba Diving * Requires pre-booking 16 LUXURY SAILING LUXURY SUNSET SAILING Let the tropical winds carry you over turquoise waters to secluded bays and pristine beaches. Pamper yourself in the glow of a romantic Mexican sunset on a luxury yacht. Vallarta Adventures is a world-class sailing operation. Our Luxury Sailing experience offers unmatched quality, service and attention to detail. Stunning beauty, relaxing sailing and endless activities await you in Banderas Bay. Our itinerary remains flexible in order to take advantage of wildlife sightings. With no unsettling engine noise, our luxurious Beneteau® yachts offer an unobtrusive way to catch a glimpse of the marine wildlife. Our full-day sailing excursions combine unadulterated sailing pleasure with great service. Just lie back on our comfortable deck cushions, sip an ice-cold beverage and enjoy the warmth of the tropical sun and surrounding scenery as you sail away. 17 Departure: Marina Vallarta Nuevo Vallarta Tour duration: 6 hours Limitations: Minimum age: 10 years Included: Breakfast Suggestions: • Swimwear • Sunscreen • Light sweater • Cap Lunch Open bar Towels Snorkel You’ll appreciate the luxury and comfort of our Beneteau® yachts while enjoying a perfect sunset sailing trip with us. Vallarta at sunset is a magical time for sailing - as the sun sinks into the horizon and you enjoy the peace and beauty of Banderas Bay and the Sierra Madre mountains. Our voyage takes us past sunset-lit views of Puerto Vallarta and the Malecon, offering you a golden photographic opportunity. Toast the best time of the day with a glass of sparkling wine or fine wine before lying back on our comfortable, cushioned deck to gaze at the stars appearing one by one. This is a magical and unique experience that will take your breath away. Suggestions: • Light sweater Departure: Marina Vallarta Tour duration: 3 hours Limitations: Minimum age: 10 years Included: Open bar Canapés 18 RHYTHMS OF THE NIGHT Much of Mexico’s rich cultural heritage A captivating evening of magic, culture and romance. civilizations past. Our Rhythms of the Night is reflected in the stories and folklore of dance performance illustrates how ancient pre-Columbian religions and beliefs influenced the myths, legends, and cultures of Mexico • You’ll enjoy a privileged view of Puerto Vallarta’s shimmering lights scattered along the coastline. As the lights diminish, our journey continues beneath the stars - until a flicker of torches guide us to the secluded haven of Las Caletas. Departure: Maritime terminal Nuevo Vallarta Tour duration: 5 hours Suggestions: • Comfortable shoes • Light sweater (winter) Did you know? Our choreographer, who trained at the prestigious Cirque du Soleil® academy, has created a magical and entertaining performance that is unique in Mexico Included: Dinner You can buy: Open bar Show Photos Souvenirs • Haunting flutes and pulsating drums – perhaps even the ancient spirits themselves – summon you along a torch-lit path to a pyramid deep in the heart of the shadowy jungle. Here, in a natural amphitheater under a star-studded sky, you will witness Mexico’s mythological past come alive through the universal language of contemporary dance and music. • A sumptuous candlelight dinner follows this spellbinding performance, with delectable offerings fit for the gods. Video Limitations: Minimum age: 6 years 19 20 1 SCUBA DIVING The ultimate in underwater adventures. 2 Only 5 star Padi Dive Center in Puerto Vallarta 3 4 5 Banderas Bay and the surrounding area offer divers of all levels a unique and diverse dive experience. From inviting arches surrounded by tropical fish to steep walls with turtles and rays, you can find it all. As the only PADI recognized 5-Star dive center in the Puerto Vallarta area, Vallarta Adventures has a worldwide reputation for exceptional service for divers of all levels. Our attention to detail, desire to provide the best and safest dive experience available and our professional staff sets us apart. Included: PADI certified dive master, BCD, Regulator and Weights. Water 21 Lunch Scuba equipment Wetsuits Did you know? The Marietas Islands were originally made famous by Jacques Cousteau in the 1970’s Departures from: Maritime terminal Nuevo Vallarta Duration: 7 hours 1. EL MORRO – two-tank dive. Great variety of marine life: mantas, sharks, large schooling fish, turtles, dolphins. World-class site: drop-offs, caves and arches. • Open Water Certification card and previous dive with Vallarta Adventures or 25 logged dives required • Lunch and beverages included 1. ANEGADOS – two-tank dive. Large variety of marine life and large scale: mantas, turtles, sharks and dolphins. Great site: caves, arches, steep walls. • Open Water Certification card and previous dive with Vallarta Adventures or 25 logged dives required • Lunch and beverages included 3. LAS MARIETAS (Friends & Family Dive) one tank for beginners two-tank dive for certified divers. Excellent family trip! A variety of tropical fish, mantas, turtles and (December–March) whales. A site with great variety: caves, reefs, and drop-offs. • Certification or resort course required • Lunch and beverages included 4. LOS ARCOS (Twilight Dive) – one-tank dive. Marine National Park: lobster, octopus, moray eels, turtles, and variety of tropical fish. No crowds and shallow seas with an impressive drop-off. • Open Water Certification required 5. LAS CALETAS – one tank for beginners – two-tank dive for certified divers. Beautiful pacific reef life: colorful tropical fishes, turtles and, sometimes, mantas. Good drop-offs, nice shallows, fine beaches. A great place to combine beachcombing, lazing in the sun and diving. 22 10 DOLPHIN & LAS CALETAS ADVENTURE This day offers fun for the entire family. Start with our Dolphin Swim Experience, where everyone will feel the magical bond created when swimming with dolphins. Following your time with the dolphins, head to our exclusive beach hideaway, Las Caletas. A tropical haven for families, your afternoon will be filled with experiences that are sure to create a lifetime of memories for the entire family. The ultimate fun-filled family day in Vallarta. Departure: Nuevo Vallarta Tour duration: 7 hours Suggestions: • Swimwear • Towel • Light sweater (winter) 23 Did you know? Our Kid’s Adventure Park is just for kids! It has a really cool Tarzan Swing and zip-line that goes 30 mph! And parents, it is totally safe, with double-security lines. You can buy: Photos Souvenirs Power snorkel Spa Scuba Diving Clay Molding • Learn about dolphins from experienced trainers • Touch, kiss, hug, dance with, shake hands with, and ride our gentle dolphins • Watch the dolphins as they jump and flip right before you • Get a kiss from one of our lovable Sea Lions • Take a fun-filled boat ride to Las Caletas • Look for breaching Humpback whales on the way there and back (seasonal) • Swim, snorkel, and kayak in the warm, clear water of Caletas • Enjoy the delights of the kids as they “fly” through the jungle at the Kids Adventure Park • Experience the wildlife of Las Caletas – take a guided jungle hike, visit the orchid garden, and enjoy the parrot and monkey • encounter Savor a superb buffet lunch and variety of drinks from the open bar (included) 24 DOLPHIN SIGNATURE SWIM DOLPHIN SWIM EXPERIENCE Share an experience you’ll cherish forever. Learn & have fun. Our Signature Swim offers the smallest group size available anywhere to swim with dolphins. You’re ensured the best possible opportunity to develop a close, personal bond with your dolphin. You’ll discover all there is know about dolphins from the best possible teachers - the dolphins themselves - as they talk and flirt with you in the comfort and safety of our specially designed pool. Dolphin activities: Included: 10. Click Listening and Echolocation 1. Dolphin Kiss 2. Hand Shake 3. Feed the Dolphin 4. Sing a Song 5. Dance with a Dolphin 6. Jumps and Show 7. Tail Wave 8. Swimming 9. Applause Everyone dreams of swimming with dolphins, and our Swim Experience is your chance to chat, cuddle, play and swim with these charming and affable creatures. You will get to know your dolphin up close and personal – learning all about these gentle and amazing animals. This is truly a unique and magical experience you will never forget. Included: 11. Belly Ride 12. Dolphin Hug 13. Dorsal Tow Transportation Lunch * Restrictions apply You can buy: Water Lockers Towels 14. Signs Limitations: • Minimum age: 5 years Water Lockers You can buy: • Expecting mothers restricted • Each child between 5-10 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult 25 Photos Souvenirs in the water Photos Souvenirs Dolphin activities: 1. Dolphin Kiss 2. Hand Shake 3. Feed the Dolphin 4. Sing a Song 5. Dance with a Dolphin 6. Jumps and Show 7. Interactive Time 8. Fast Swim 9. Applause 10. Click Listening and Echolocation 11. Belly Ride 12. Dolphin Hug Towels Limitations: • Minimum age: 5 years • Expecting mothers restricted • Each child between 5-10 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult in the water 26 DOLPHIN EXTREME An underwater experience like no other with dolphins and sea lions. 5:2 guest to dolphin ratio Limitations: • Expecting mothers restricted • Available to children 8 years or older with strong swimming abilities Did you know? Our dolphins eat around 24 kilograms of fish each day. That is like you eating around 115 Big Mac’s! Duration: 1 hour Included: Water 27 You can buy: Lockers Towels Snack Snorkel Sea lions Photos Designed for those seeking a little more adventure, our Dolphin Extreme program provides guests with the opportunity to interact with dolphins in their world underwater. Equipped with a mask, snorkel and fins, you will free swim and play with the animals as if you were one of them. Dolphin activities: 1. Introduction to the program and your trainers 2. In-water snorkel and freedive practice session 3. Meet your dolphins 4. Free-swim snorkel session with the dolphins 5. Underwater tow by two dolphins across the pool 6. Sea lion interaction 7. Power-Snorkel session with dolphins using motorized water scooters 8. Push across the pool by two dolphins on a Boogie Board 9. Dolphin acrobatics performance An opportunity for swimmers of all levels to interact with some of the most endeared animals of the sea. Souvenirs 28 DOLPHIN ENCOUNTER DOLPHIN KIDS A first chance to meet the dolphins. An unforgettable experience. This encounter offers a program designed with nonswimmers in mind and is an ideal introduction to the anatomy, physiology and history of the ocean’s most inspiring mammals. It’s straight into the waist deep water of our seawater lagoon where you’ll get closely acquainted with these friendly and curious characters. Feel their smooth skin, feed them their favorite treat, kiss and play with them and communicate one-on-one using your newly learned hand signals. Included: Water Lockers You can buy: 29 Photos Souvenirs Towels Dolphin activities: 1. Dolphin Kiss 2. Hand Shake 3. Feed the Dolphin 4. Sing a Song 5. Dance with a Dolphin 6. Jumps and Show 7. Interaction Time 8. Fast Swim 9. Applause 10. Click Listening and Echolocation Limitations: • Expecting mothers restricted • Each child under 10 must be accompanied by a paying adult • Children between 1-3 years old are free when accompanied by a paying adult At Dolphin Adventure, by Vallarta Adventures, we believe people of all ages should have the chance to experience our friendly family of dolphins. So we designed this program specifically for young children, aged four to eight, to provide them the chance to interact and get closer to dolphins than they ever dreamed possible. You are sure to see ear-to-ear smiles and hear giggles of delight, as the kids take joy in their encounter. Included: Water Lockers You can buy: Photos Souvenirs Towels Dolphin activities: 1. Dolphin Kiss 2. Hand Shake 3. Feed the Dolphin 4. Sing a Song 5. Dance with a Dolphin 6. Jumps and Show 7. Interaction Time 8. Beaching 9. Dolphin Hug 10. Family Photo Restrictions: For children ages 4-9 only 30 TRAINER FOR A DAY SEA LION ENCOUNTER Life changing? This could even be career changing. If you love dolphins, or have ever thought about being a dolphin trainer, the adventure of a lifetime awaits you at Dolphin Adventure, by Vallarta Adventures! Developed for people who want to learn more about training marine mammals, our Trainer for a Day program gives you the chance to spend an educational day working beside our dolphin trainers at our dolphin center in Nuevo Vallarta. Touching hearts... and minds! Trainer for a day activities: 1. Educational Time with Animal Care Staff 2. Animal Training Games with Training Staff 3. Dolphin Play Time 4. All Signature Swim Activities 5. All Sea Lion Encounter Activities Limitations: Included: Minimum age: 12 years Our Sea Lion Encounter program is the ideal way to get to know our fun, flippered friends up-close and personal. Designed to be both educational and fun, this handson program begins with a short poolside introduction to the sea lion’s unique physiology, feeding habits and behaviors. Then, accompanied by one of our professional marine mammal trainers, you’ll get nose-to-nose with our sea lions in our specially designed pool. Sea Lion Activities: 1. Sea Lion Kiss 2. Sea Lion Hug 3. Hurdle 4. Funny Faces 5. Smile 6. Sing a Song 7. Applause 8. Interaction Time 9. Anatomy Presentation Included: 10. Show 11. Free Jumps Expecting mothers restricted 12. Group Photos Water Lockers Towels Lunch Sea Lion Encounter Water You can buy: Lockers You can buy: Towels Limitations: • Minimum age 5 years • Expecting mothers restricted • Each child ages 5 to 10 years old Trainer’s Uniform 31 Dolphin Signature Swim must be accompanied by a paying Diploma Photos Souvenirs Photos Souvenirs adult 32