Neli is a delightful Puerto Vallarta native. She lives in the village of Mismaloya where she enjoys gardening. She is a proud mother and grandmother, and for many years she owned and operated a tour boat business with her son. In recent years, she has transitioned into working as an adventure guide, specializing in the Los Arcos area. She is very knowledgeable about tides and weather patterns, she is a fluent English speaker, and she knows everyone in town.
How to schedule your adventure:
Neli primarily communicates with prospective adventurers using an app called WhatsApp. It is free to download from your preferred app store (Samsung or iPhone compatible) and it allows international calling and texting via WiFi. Her WhatsApp contact information is: 322-146-96-80
Where you will meet your guide to start your adventure:
Neli operates from the beautiful Mismaloya. Mismaloya is a small village with a jungle fringed beach. There you will find several quaint restaurants, water taxis, and stands selling fresh fruit, snacks, and souvenirs.
How to get there:
Mismaloya is easily accessible to travelers. If you have never visited, just getting there is part of the fun. It is about a 20 minute drive from Old Town Puerto Vallarta and a 30 minute water taxi ride from Los Muertos Pier. If you are driving yourself, it is easy to find on google maps and there are plenty of road signs. Street parking is available in the village. You may also take the orange bus that leaves from the corner of Constitucion and Basilio Badillo.
Wildlife
Puerto Vallarta and the Banderas Bay is home to a vast variety of marine wildlife. Los Arcos, a national wildlife preserve, is one of the best locations to spot tropical fish, dolphins, rays, and even sea turtles. Schools of colorful fish swim to the surface of the clear, turquoise water. Snorkeling equipment will be available on your tour for those who wish to explore the gentle waves. Water temperatures are very pleasant. Temperatures range from 88-72 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the year (22-31 degrees Celsius). During the winter months, whale watching can be arranged in the area. What are you waiting for? Book a snorkeling trip or whale watching tour today!