Private Tour
Diving exploration for beginners in Los Arcos de Mismaloya
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
A completely local family business, operating since 1989 proud to be natives of Playa de Mismaloya, we are also part of the group of Environmental Watchers who take care and protect our great treasure: The Arches of Mismaloya.
This diving tour, designed exclusively for beginners, allows you to discover the rich marine biodiversity in clear and safe waters, with depths that do not exceed 10 meters and best of all you will be in the care of Lily de Mismaloya Adventures.
Stunning rock formations and vibrant marine life will leave indelible traces in your memory.
We have all the port guidelines as tourist tour permit and security certificate granted by the Port Captaincy, being updated and current every year and of course with current liability insurance.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We will meet you in our dive center, where we will give you a theoretical class on the use of diving equipment to head to the aquarium area of the Arches in our boat where all the time you will be accompanied by your dive guide Lily, the area is very safe we have since 1988 exploring the underwater area of this area and we know that ideally we take you to a safe and shallow place so that you have a great experience on your first dive. From the moment we leave Mismaloya beach you will enjoy a great view towards the mountains, ocean and the impressive rocks that make up this great nature reserve called Los Arcos de Mismaloya, when we arrive at the aquarium area we will prepare in the boat with our team and the great adventure will begin, you will only be guided focusing on the great marine biodiversity that lives freely in Los Arcos.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Diving tank, pair of fins, mask, regulator and BCD.
Boat with our captain that will take us from Mismaloya beach to the Arches to perform the diving tour.
Our captain and guide will always appreciate remuneration for your service to you, if you believe you are deserving.
They can carry some snacks.
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Diving exploration for beginners in Los Arcos de Mismaloya
Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great scuba
Curious19564623128,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our scuba master Lily was super nice, she brought us through the most gorgeous coves to see beautiful fish and coral.
An unforgettable experience! 😍🥳👌🏼
Daydream10343274941,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our first dive, an extraordinary experience! Excellent care from Lili, very friendly and patient! It's the best! Also the visit to Las Animas beach 👌🏼 very nice place.
First time Scuba Diving
T7613WTfrankb,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gteat experance. Lilly was the best. Very atentive and explained everything clearly. We spent about 45 min under wster. It was our first time Scuba diving and we enjoyed it. Recomended!
Awesome Dive Shop!
grigoriyp54,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful little shop. We did two dives in one day on a private trip—just two divers plus the divemaster, and captain—so you get truly personalized help and attention. There was no rush at all; everything felt unhurried, safe, and well-paced. I paid $205 USD (about 2,500 pesos), which felt more than reasonable for this level of service. Underwater was incredible: thousands (no joke) of fish, two giant mantas, large starfish, urchins, and even a giant turtle—though all we saw was its turtle butt, because it was chilling in a small cave. A really nice extra: they also let you bring friends along at no charge to hang out on the boat, enjoy the ocean, and swim around while we dove. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience from start to finish. Highly recommend—100%. Equipment is well worn but in excellent condition, they clearly have loads of experience and know what they’re doing. Going back for another dive on Tuesday!
Advanced Scuba Dive
katyayt,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience with Lily we saw a huge mantaray, such a surprise to all of us. Turtles lots of fishes and rays! Highly recommend!
Great trip and we'll worth it.
GrandTour26845096899,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a wonderful scuba trip! Lily and Manual handled everything perfectly and professionally. We had basically two trips with two tanks. We saw soooo many fish it was insane. Thank you guys!
Scuba Diving Los Arcos - Amazing.
slynnr2017,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a 2 tank dive at Los Arcos today and had the best time with Lily and family. We got to see some whales right before entering the water so they took us a bit closer to see them (THANK YOU!). The visibility wasn’t great and the water was a bit cold but it was to be expected in late December and on the Pacific side. We will definitely be back to dive with them once the water warms up in the spring. Highly recommend Mismaloya Adventures for your next snorkeling, diving, whale watching, and/or spear fishing excursions. Excited for our whale watching tour next week! Thank you Lily and team. 🙂
Mismaloya marvellous
X8196JUjessicab,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lily was absolutely delightful. She was patient with the newbies and explained everything so perfectly. I’m so glad I found her! If I’m ever back in Puerto Vallarta, I will make the trek out to mismaloya adventures just to dive with her. 100% recommendation
Best dive experience ever
sarapH9838UX,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the best experiences I’ve ever had! Lilly was incredible, so so lovely. I’ve been diving for over 25 years, been diving at many places in Mexico and the Caribbean and this experiences was by far the best! Will definitely go back there. Thank you Lily! ❤️
Always go with mismaloya adventures 😍
carolinacJ2247QI,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you have the opportunity to take a scuba diving tour in the sameloya adventures do not miss it! The service was amazing and we felt super comfortable with Lily, her dad and her whole team. They were super friendly and attentive throughout. Lily took care of our safety at all times, warned us whenever she saw any species in the dive and gave us our time. Still when we arrived we were offered some ceviche toast that was delicious!!! Definitely the Best Service 🤩
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