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Russp May 3rd, 2006 02:01 PM

PV - Las Caletas vs Yelepa
 
Just wondering if anyone has taken the tour through Vallarta Adventures to Las Caletas? It looks like a very enjoyable way to spend a day down there, but I've not ever seen it recommended as something to do. I've seen Yelepa mentioned in a number of posts but wasn't sure if it was a similar experience.

We also are planning on doing their Outdoor Adventure tour which takes you hiking and rapelling down waterfalls - sounds very cool! Anyone have any experience with either of these tours?

lvitaly May 4th, 2006 06:51 AM

I have done Las Caletas a couple of times and always enjoyed it. Most people have had good experiences going there for the day. I will warn you though- even though its not a "booze cruz" they do provide drinks on the way over and back. This has never bothered me ( i happen to like it!) but have read that some people did not like that aspect of it.
There lunch that they serve is really tasty and overall it's a beautiful place to visit for the day.
I have not been to Yelapa but heard good things about it.
Rapelling down waterfalls sounds like a blast- what company does that?
have you looked into Los Veranos canopy tour, it is an absolute thrill!!!

suze May 4th, 2006 09:37 AM

You can go to Yelapa on an organized day cruise. Or you can get there on your own by water taxi/boat from the pier at Playa Los Muertos or down from the beach at Boca.

Russp May 4th, 2006 10:18 AM

Ivataly - our group certainly won't object to the serving of alcohol on the trip to Las Caletas. Glad you have enjoyed it - the trip description sounds like a great place to spend the day! The rappeling trip is offered by Vallarta Adventures:

http://www.vallarta-adventures.com/o...nge/index.html

It combines hiking, rappeling, and doing the zipline canopy experience in one. My wife and I have gone rock climbing before and love it, and this was the closest thing I could find to that near Puerto Vallarta.

faithie May 4th, 2006 12:45 PM

It would cost you $6 US one way to get from Boca de Tomatlan to Yelapa . To get to Boca from PV proper, a bus runs from a couple of blocks up the street from Posada de Roger ( corner of Constitution and ?? )I'll remember!!For less than a dollar and the drive is really pretty .

faithie May 4th, 2006 02:44 PM

Basillo Badillo !!! Catch local bus to Boca de Tomatlan at corner of Basilllo Badillo and Constitution .... It's the green bus . All this if you want an economical " tour " to Yelapa .


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