El Nogalito
Mountain and waterfall half-day hikeCaminata de medio día por la montaña y la cascada

El NogalitoEl Nogalito

  • 5+ hours5+ horas
  • 1.9 mi
  • Easy to mediumFácil a media
  • Up to 12
Duration5+ hours5+ horas
Distance1.9 mi / 3.1 km
DifficultyEasy to mediumFácil a media
Group sizeUp to 12

About this tour

If you enjoy being in contact with nature and exploring some of Puerto Vallarta's unique places on foot, El Nogalito is a special tour. About 20 minutes from the Romantic Zone, this majestic place is full of natural wonders.Si disfrutas del contacto con la naturaleza y de explorar a pie algunos de los lugares únicos de Puerto Vallarta, El Nogalito es un tour especial. A unos 20 minutos de la Zona Romántica, este majestuoso lugar está lleno de maravillas naturales.

Hike through the river, over enormous rocks, surrounded by towering rock walls and lush vegetation. El Nogalito sits in one of the best-preserved natural areas of Puerto Vallarta and is a great way to have fun in the jungle with CurielXperience.Camina por el río, sobre enormes rocas, rodeado de imponentes paredes de roca y exuberante vegetación. El Nogalito está en una de las áreas naturales mejor conservadas de Puerto Vallarta y es una excelente manera de divertirte en la selva con CurielXperience.

What you'll do

  • Transport from Puerto Vallarta to El Nogalito (about 20 min)Traslado de Puerto Vallarta a El Nogalito (aprox. 20 min)
  • Hike the Nogalito riverCaminata por el río Nogalito
  • Visit the Fairy PortalVisita al Portal de las Hadas
  • Flora and fauna recognitionReconocimiento de flora y fauna
  • Swim in natural poolsNado en pozas naturales
  • Visit the waterfallVisita a la cascada
  • Photo momentsMomentos fotográficos

What's included

  • Shared transportation from the meeting point to the riverTransporte compartido desde el punto de encuentro hasta el río
  • Entrance ticket to El Nogalito riverBoleto de entrada al río El Nogalito
  • Bottled waterAgua embotellada
  • Snacks: fruit, nuts, granola bars and datesSnacks: fruta, nueces, barras de granola y dátiles

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes with good gripCalzado cómodo con buen agarre
  • Swimsuit and a small towelTraje de baño y toalla pequeña
  • Sunscreen and mosquito repellentBloqueador solar y repelente de mosquitos
  • Hat and a small backpackGorra y una mochila pequeña
  • Some cash for tips and extrasEfectivo para propinas y extras

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Meeting point

Parque Lázaro CárdenasParque Lázaro Cárdenas

Pino Suárez, Venustiano Carranza y Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal.

Meeting time: 10:00 AM

Please arrive 10 minutes early.

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What guests say about this tour

This hiking tour exceeded my expectations and was the highlight of our trip to Puerto Vallarta! We wanted a more challenging hike that would take more than an hour, something we had not done in our trips there.Este tour superó mis expectativas y fue lo mejor de nuestro viaje a Puerto Vallarta. Queríamos una caminata más retadora que durara más de una hora, algo que no habíamos hecho en nuestros viajes.
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Good to know

How fit do I need to be?

Every tour shows its difficulty. El Nogalito, Las Ánimas and the Macaw Sanctuary are easy to medium; Palo María and Mismaloya are more demanding. Tell us about your fitness level and we will help you choose.

Can I book another date or a private group?

Yes. The listed dates are our regular departures, but we can often arrange other days or private groups on request. Message us on WhatsApp.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancelling 48 hours before carries a 20% administrative fee. Less than 48 hours or a no-show is not refundable. Within 24 hours you can only change the date, subject to availability. If weather prevents the hike, we reschedule it.

How do I pay?

Online with PayPal or any credit or debit card through PayPal's secure checkout. You receive a confirmation email right away.

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