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Puerto Vallarta is defined by the natural charm of its beaches embraced by the Sierra Madre mountains; the essence of its culture, gastronomy and traditions; and the warmth and hospitality of being welcomed like a friend. This magical destination has an authentic Mexican taste and spirit.

Whether it’s on an adventure exploring steep rivers in the jungle or a relaxing and pampering trip, Puerto Vallarta has a wide range of activities and experiences waiting for you.

Emergency Numbers

Emergency Line: 911
(includes police, fire and paramedics)

The numbers listed below assume you are calling from a Mexico phone number. If you are calling from a number outside of Mexico, you must add +52 before the phone number.

Hospitals

CMQ Premiere: 322-226-6500
Hospiten: 322-226-2081
Hospital Joya: 322-226-1010
San Mare: 322-252-1711
Vallarta Medical Center: 322-178-3000
Medassist: 322-223-0444
CMQ: 322-223-0878
IMSS: 322-224-3838
Regional: 322-224-4000

Important Offices

Motor Vehicle Department: 322-224-8484
Tourism Bureau: 322-222-0923 (extension 230 or 232 for tourism protection)
Immigration Office: 322-224-7643
American Consulate: 333-268-2100 (in Guadalajara); emergency call 555-080-2000
Canadian Consulate: 322-293-0098 or 322-293-0099 (after hours, call 1-800-706-2900)
Consumer Protection (PROFECO): 322-225-0000 or 322-225-0018
Electric Company (CFE): 071
Water/Sewer Company (SEPAL): 322-223-1516
Municipal Services: 322-223-2500
Ministerio Publico #4: 322-222-1762


Aerotron: 322-226-8440
Aeromexico: 001 880-021-4000
Air Canada: 001 514-393-3333
Air Transat: 001 514-636-3630
Alaska: 001 880-252-7522
American: 555-209-1400
Delta: 001 880-221-1212
Frontier: 001 880-432-1359
Southwest: 001 880-435-9792
Sun Country: 001 651-905-2737
United: 001 880-864-8331
Viva Aerobus: 818-215-0150
Volaris: 551-102-8000
WestJet: 001 403-444-2446

Puerto Vallarta is the quintessential family destination. Ecotourism and water parks; adventures in the middle of the jungle or swimming with dolphins in their natural habitat; days filled with sun and sand or fun and culture among its picturesque streets: absolutely everything that you’re looking for when planning your family trip awaits in this destination.

Discover Puerto Vallarta’s natural beauty and be amazed by the huge diversity of flora and fauna: from visiting the zoo to visiting the El Salado estuary; horseback riding to the Quimixto waterfall or just strolling along the streets and beaches is a journey of discovering: pelicans and cormorants will be joining you. The destination’s biodiversity will enchant you.

Scuba diving, diving lessons, surf guides and snorkeling. You can enjoy these family activities in the beaches of Puerto Vallarta. The calm Pacific waters will be the perfect setting to spend a day discovering the magic of this destination. Subscribe to our youtube channel for more destinations and activities information. www.youtube.com/promovision/videos

Explore the Cuale River Island and be astonished by the artistic activities and workshops offered. Discover Puerto Vallarta’s cultural side when you visit The Navy Museum, The Chocolate Museum, and its many galleries and cultural spots such as the Malecon Arches, with open-air shows and performances to enjoy with the family.

With so many places to discover, Puerto Vallarta is one of the best places to travel with friends, as this destination has everything to enjoy and spend a wonderful time. Visit our youtube channel for some ideas of things you can do when visiting Puerto Vallarta with friends.

When visiting Puerto Vallarta with friends, add to your schedule taking a ride on a yacht. These tours are guided by locals that know the area well, so you’ll be able to enjoy activities such as swimming with wild dolphins, snorkeling, or simply enjoying the ride with your favorite drink in hand while visiting the Marietas Islands, Las Caletas, Quimixto, or Yelapa; it’ll be a memorable experience for sure.

The best trips with friends are those enjoyed when the sun goes down, and in Puerto Vallarta there is a vibrant nightlife with a great variety of bars and clubs in town, with everything you need to spend an amazing getaway with your friends.

One thing you have to do for sure on your next visit to Puerto Vallarta is enjoy a sunset, and admire the stunning tones of orange, pink, blue, and violet in the sky. The Malecon is a great place to enjoy it, either sitting at a restaurant, a bar, or during an open-air event.

Simply spending a day at the beach in Puerto Vallarta. Puerto Vallarta is a well-known beach destination with warm waters, exotic natural beauty and top-notch facilities. There are a plethora of beaches to be discovered in the company of friends: from hidden places accessible only by boat or surrounded by magical scenery and extraordinary biodiversity. Enjoy a day with friends in Puerto Vallarta’s beaches, with good music and the ocean breeze to spend a great time together, just hanging out.

If you’re planning a weekend getaway to rest or party non-stop, Puerto Vallarta is the place to visit. The Friendliest City in the World will welcome you with open arms, a wonderful weather and gorgeous beaches that you can easily get to.

When planning your itinerary be sure to include outdoor activities, tours and trips all throughout the bay, city strolls and visits to the destination’s hidden beaches.

Puerto Vallarta has an endless number of places to be in contact with nature and enjoy paradise, such as Mismaloya, Colomitos, Las Animas, Quimixto, just to name a few.

Take a break from routine and plan a tour with professionals specialized in creating everlasting moments. From scuba diving at Los Arcos Marine Park in Mismaloya, beach days at Las Animas or Caballo Beach, an adventure day interacting with sea lions, or delighting your palate while watching a live show in Las Caletas. The list goes on and on!

These are just some ideas of activities to do with friends in Puerto Vallarta, but this destination has many more options of things to do that might interest you.

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Climate: Tropical, humid, with an average of 300 sunny days per year. The temperature averages 28°C (82°F) and the rainy season extends from late June to early October.

Fauna: Nearby Sierra Vallejo hosts a great variety of animal species such as iguana, guacamaya, deer, cougars, raccoons, etc.

Sanctuaries: Bahía de Banderas encloses two Marine National Parks – Los Arcos and the Marieta Islands – where diving is allowed under certain circumstances, but fishing of any kind is prohibited. Every year, the Bay receives the visit of humpback whales, dolphins and manta rays in the winter. During the summer, sea turtles, a protected species, arrive on its shores to lay their eggs.

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Economy: The local economy is based mainly on tourism, construction and, to a lesser degree, agriculture, mainly tropical fruits such as mango, papaya, watermelon, pineapple, guanabana, cantaloupe and bananas.

Currency: The Mexican Peso is the legal currency in Mexico, although Canadian and American dollars are widely accepted.

Buses: A system of urban buses with different routes. Within Puerto Vallarta, the current fare is 10 pesos per ticket, and passengers must purchase a new ticket every time they board another bus. There are no transfers.

Taxis: There are set rates within defined zones of the town. Do not enter a taxi without agreeing on the price with the driver FIRST. If you are staying in a hotel, you may want to check the rates usually posted in the lobby. Also, if you know which restaurant you want to go, do not let the driver change your mind. Many restaurateurs pay commissions to taxi drivers and you may end up paying more than you should, in a second-rate establishment! There are two kinds of taxi cabs: those at the airport and the maritime port that can only be boarded there. They have pre-fixed rates per passenger. City cabs are yellow or white, and charge by the ride, not by passenger. When you ask to go downtown, remember that your fare covers the ENTIRE central area, so make sure you are brought to the main plaza! Pick up a free map, and insist on your full value from the driver! Note the number of your taxi in case of any problem, or if you forget something in the cab. Then your hotel or travel rep can help you check it out or lodge a complaint.

Uber and InDriver are also been available in PV. Download their apps in your smartphone.

Time Zone: The entire State of Jalisco is on Central Time, as is the area of the State of Nayarit from Lo de Marcos in the north to the Ameca River, i.e. Nuevo Vallarta, Bucerías, La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Sayulita, San Pancho, Punta Mita, etc. North of Lo De Marcos, Guayabitos, La Peñita, San Blas, etc. are on Mountain Time, i.e. one hour behind PV time.

Telephone Calls: Always check on the cost of long distance calls from your hotel room. Most cell phones from the U.S. and Canada can be programmed for local use, through Telcel or other carriers. To dial cell to cell or landline, use the prefix 322, then the seven-digit number of the person you’re calling. To access toll-free numbers in the U.S. and Canada: 800 numbers – dial 001-880 + the number, 866 numbers – dial 001 – 883 + the number, 877 numbers – dial 001 – 882 + the number, 888 numbers – dial 001 + the number.

Local Customs: Tipping is usually 15%-20% of the bill at restaurants and bars. Tip bellboys, taxis, waiters, maids, etc. depending on the service. Some businesses and offices close from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., reopening until 7 p.m. or later. In restaurants, it is considered poor manners to present the check before it is requested, so when you’re ready to leave, ask “La cuenta, por favor” and your bill will be delivered to you.

Money Exchange: Banks will give you a higher rate of exchange than the exchange booths (caja de cambio), though not all offer exchange services to foreigners. Better yet, if you have a “bank card”, withdraw funds from your account back home. Try to avoid exchanging money at your hotel. Traditionally, those offer the worst rates.

What to Do: Even if your all-inclusive hotel is everything you ever dreamed of, you should experience at least a little of all that Vallarta has to offer – it is truly a condensed version of all that is Mexican and existed before “Planned Tourist Resorts”, such as Cancun, Los Cabos and Ixtapa, were developed. Millions have been spent to ensure that the original “small town” flavor is maintained.

Drinking Water: The false belief that a Mexican vacation must inevitably lead to an encounter with Montezuma’s revenge is just that: false. For the 28th year in a row, Puerto Vallarta’s water has been awarded a certification of purity for human consumption. It is one of only two cities in Mexico that can boast of such accomplishment. True, the quality of the water tested at the purification plant varies greatly from what comes out of the tap at the other end. So do be careful. On the other hand, most large hotels have their own purification equipment and most restaurants use purified water. If you want to be doubly sure, you can pick up purified bottled water just about anywhere.

Exporting Pets: Canadian and American tourists often fall in love with one of the many stray dogs and cats in Vallarta. Many would like to bring it back with them, but believe that the laws do not allow them to do so. Wrong. If you would like to bring a cat or a dog back home, call the local animal shelter for more info: 322 293-3690.

Local Sightseeing: A good beginning would be to take one of the City Tours offered by the local tour agencies. Before boarding, make sure you have a map and take note of the places you want to return to. Then venture off the beaten path. Explore a little. Go farther than the tour bus takes you. And don’t worry – this is a safe place.