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Bullfights - Condemned in many areas of the world, including Spain where it was born as we know it today, bullfighting is an activity that has withstood the test of time. Ensconced in centuries of tradition, Spanish-style bullfighting, or corrida, continues to awe long-time followers here in Mexico and pique the curiosity of newcomers. |
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Canopy Tours – Vallarta's Newest Attraction - Exhilarating and educational, this eco-activity has taken off in a big way in the four years since two progressive local companies established tours enticing young and old up into PV’s lush tropical rain forest. |
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Dolphin Encounters - Symbols of freedom, grace and serenity, dolphins have a universal appeal. Admired for centuries, these sea mammals were once seen as saviors of the seas, reputed to rescue drowning sailors. Those fortunate enough to swim or play with these intriguing creatures find it a fascinating experience. |
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Fishing - Fishing is only one of the many reason you should consider Puerto Vallarta as your next vacation destination. From luxury hachts to fast and flexible "pangas," explore the many possibilities here. |
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Golfing - Golf in Puerto Vallarta is becoming a way of life on the Mexican Riviera. Picture teeing off in the tropical breezes of Banderas Bay or the Pacific Ocean, courses lined with palm trees and vibrant tropical flowers, personal bilingual caddies and beautiful clubhouses with open-air dining and views of the greens. |
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Horseback Riding - Horses have always been a part of life in Puerto Vallarta. Charros, or cowboys, have been riding the hillsides and valleys in this area for centuries. Visitors also can take to the hills, rivers, villages and jungle by horseback, exploring the countryside with bilingual tour guides. |
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Mexican Fiestas - Mexicans need little excuse to plan a party. And visitors and locals alike can participate in an authentic Mexican fiesta simply by phoning one of the venues that offers an evening of good food and clean fun suited for most all ages. |
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Scuba & Snorkeling - There are some experiences that are like no others, and diving is one of them. Although it had been described to me as being similar to dreams of flying, I still found myself surprised by the intensity of the actual experience. |
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Tours by Air - Puerto Vallarta's wonderful coastline is full of beautiful visual delights: the sparkling Banderas Bay, the jungle, the Sierra Madre mountains and a patchwork quilt of farmlands. Imagine flying over all of this and seeing even more than could ever been seen from the ground. |
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Tours by Boat - You could spend weeks, if not months, discovering all the wonders that Vallarta has to offer; however, with more than 40 miles of coastline, it is quite tempting to see what lies beyond the city. From snorkeling and kayaking to peaceful sunbathing in secluded beaches, Vallarta’s South Shore features a number of destinations reachable by boat, suitable for day trips or overnight stays. |
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Tours by Land - The diverse topography of the area around Banderas Bay provides a wide variety of land tours to choose from. The dense jungle with its lush vegetation and amazingly vivid tropical flowers, rivers that flow through huge gouged boulders, hidden waterfalls and exotic wildlife, offer visitors a trip into another world. |
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Water & Beach Sports - With nearly 25 miles of protected coastline with beaches that range from secluded, pristine, white sandy beaches to rocky cliffs that end at the sea or tropical forests with palm trees that literally reach the shoreline, there is plenty of variety in the beaches of Puerto Vallarta. |
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Whale Watching - Vallarta is very popular as one of the best places in the world to view humpback whales in their natural habitat. From November to March, humpback whales migrate to the warm waters of Banderas Bay. Several guided tours leave every morning to take visitors to see and learn about these huge mammals. |