Located on the Pacific coast of Mexico in the Banderas Bay Area, Puerto Vallarta is one of the world's hidden vacation treasures. Its old city charm mixed with its natural beauty has led Puerto Vallarta to win many awards including best Mexican Vacation Destination. Puerto Vallarta does indeed provide any traveler, especially cruise travelers with an exciting and exhilarating day. Get up close and personal with Mexican marine life with a dolphin swim, sea lion encounter, snorkeling experience, or whale watching shore tour experience. Adventure through the beautiful Sierra Madre on an adrenaline-filled ATV cruise day excursion, or take a breathtaking zipline ride where you can truly capture Puerto Vallarta's beauty from above.