Wildlife Viewing & Safari Float Through La Tovara Wetlands & Visit to the Small Fishing Village of San Blas
If you are looking for a unique Puerto Vallarta excursion, our San Blas Tour combines nature and culture into one incredible day trip! If bird watching and wildlife viewing excites you, then La Tovara will be the highlight of your day. If you prefer culture, San Blas Nayarit will not disappoint with Spanish history dating back to the 1700's. If you love both, then this is definitely the tour for you!
Just two hours from Puerto Vallarta, you will find the fishing village of San Blas, Nayarit, home to La Tovara, an incredible unspoiled mangrove habitat. Here, in all but untouched marshland, you will take a guided panga boat tour. Your sharp-eyed naturalist guide will point out the vast variety of mangrove flora and fauna, including brightly colored tropical birds, turtles and even crocodiles swimming past.
After exploring the rich biodiversity of La Tovara, we will embark on a San Blas cultural tour. San Blas Nayarit was founded at the time of the Spanish conquest and has numerous historical and architectural points of interest. Your guide will walk you through the picturesque Our Lady of the Rosary Church and explore Fort Contaduria. And you will have time to explore the friendly streets of San Blas and stop in one of the many family-owned restaurants that specialize in the fresh seafood and other local products found in the region.
This La Tovara Safari Float and San Blas tour is the perfect mix of culture & ecotourism in Mexico. You get to explore not only an amazing off the tourist track nature reserve and crocodile sanctuary, but also the charm of one of Mexico’s earliest fishing villages and port cities. Contact The Real Deal Tours to book this exciting day trip from Puerto Vallarta at a special discounted tour rate.
La Tovara Safari Float + San Blas Nayarit Eco Adventure Tour Details
La Tovara Safari Float + San Blas Nayarit Eco Adventure Tour Includes:
- Bilingual tour guide
- Pick up from your hotel or central meeting point nearby
- Air-conditioned car or van
- Bottled water and non-alcoholic beverages
- Guided La Tovara boat tour through mangroves
- Visit to crocodile sanctuary
- Guided tour to historical sites of San Blas
- Admission to Fort Contaduria
- Free time to explore the town of San Blas
Departures: Thursday and Friday at 8:00am. Your tour guide will pick you up from the comfort of your hotel lobby or a nearby meeting point. Please consult your confirmation voucher for exact meeting time and location.
Length: Approximately 10 Hours.
La Tovara Safari Float + San Blas Nayarit Eco Adventure Recommendations:
- Lightweight, comfortable clothing
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Biodegradable sunscreen
- Eco-friendly insect repellant
- Sunglasses or sun hat
- Camera or video
- Binoculars and bird guide book if you have them for bird watching
- Something to read or do during the drive
- Money for tips, souvenirs and lunch (not included).
Children: This Puerto Vallarta eco tour is ideal for families. Ask about our discounted rate for children.
Cruise Ship Passengers: Due to the length of this tour, it may not be appropriate for all cruise passengers. Please contact The Real Deal Tours for other sightseeing or eco tours ideal for Puerto Vallarta cruise itineraries.
Restrictions: Pricing is for 2 people as there is a minimum to run this tour. Due to the travel time on this tour, those prone to car-sickness may want to prepare with anti-nausea medication to avoid any discomfort.
Insider Tip: Try some of the popular yuca fruit sold by street vendors in San Blas. This sticky fruit smells like bananas, looks like sliced mango and has a unique sweet taste all its own!
