Advanced Hiking to Mismaloya Waterfall & Sierra Madre
Overview
Escape the tourist crowds and experience one of Puerto Vallarta’s most challenging and rewarding jungle adventures. This advanced hike takes travelers deep into the mountains of Mismaloya to discover a hidden waterfall surrounded by lush tropical scenery and natural freshwater pools. Unlike typical walking tours, this experience is designed for adventurous hikers looking for a real outdoor challenge, with approximately 4 hours of hiking through rugged jungle terrain. Travelers will enjoy breathtaking mountain views, authentic local trails, and guidance from experienced local hikers who know the area’s hidden gems
What's Included
- Snacks
- Private transportation
Meeting Location
Aguacate 341
Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Challenge yourself on one of Puerto Vallarta’s most rewarding jungle hikes. This advanced hiking adventure takes travelers deep into the lush Sierra Madre mountains above Mismaloya, where hidden trails, river crossings, tropical scenery, and breathtaking viewpoints lead to a beautiful secluded waterfall.
This experience is designed for experienced hikers and active travelers looking for a real outdoor adventure. The hike includes approximately 2 hours uphill and 2 hours downhill through rugged jungle terrain, with breaks to rest, hydrate, and enjoy the scenery.
Along the way, travelers will discover native plants and wildlife, panoramic mountain views, and refreshing natural pools near the waterfall. Once at the destination, guests can relax, take photos, swim in the fresh water, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the jungle before beginning the return hike.
Your local guide will lead the group safely through the route while sharing knowledge about the area’s nature, culture, and hidden spots known mostly by locals.
This tour is ideal for adventurous travelers who enjoy hiking, nature, and off-the-beaten-path experiences in Puerto Vallarta.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- To bring: minimum 2L of drinking water, sun block, mosquito repelent, spare socks and T-shirt recommended, some extra snack
- To wear: Good close shoes or hiking boots,
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-393936P13
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Sky Diving customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks.
- Private transportation.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Advanced Hiking to Mismaloya Waterfall & Sierra Madre is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Advanced Hiking to Mismaloya Waterfall & Sierra Madre will be included in your confirmation email from City Sky Diving. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacks
- Private transportation
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- To bring: minimum 2L of drinking water, sun block, mosquito repelent, spare socks and T-shirt recommended, some extra snack
- To wear: Good close shoes or hiking boots,
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
