Our Puerto Vallarta trip was as fun as the come, from the seaside to the adventure we wrapped a bit of everything into our trip. We climbed the Sierra Madres ( In San Sebastian del Oeste) to the elevation of 4683 Feet above sea level one day and the next we were climbing the Sierra Madres, via the Cuale River in Puerto Vallarta.
Our Puerto Vallarta RZR 4×4 Cuale River adventure is surely not for those without an adventurous spirit as you will either get really dirty from dusty trails or you will get really wet and muddy if it has rained. Let me share a few details about this epic adventure and then you can lavishly live travel out loud and decide if the Puerto Vallarta RZR 4×4 Cuale River Adventure is for you.
Puerto Vallarta RZR 4×4 Cuale River Adventure
No one was pushing us to do anything on this trip, but my kids love adventures, and I feel that when we are traveling we have to experience as much as we can. We have mini bucket lists that we work on and this was about to get crossed off. The Sierra Madres have been very kind to us on this particular trip as they have provided us lot of different adventures.
Arrival at Wild Treks Adventures
There are a few tour companies in Puerto Vallarta and this time we chose Wild Treks Adventures.
We arrived at Wild Treks Adventures which was about 15 minutes from the Buenaventura Grand via cab. You get there, check in, get a bandana, helmet and eye gear (you will need it all). There is a bathroom (albeit a little rough) and I highly advise using it due to the bumps on the cobblestone roads and the rough terrain you are about to embark upon.
The guides will go over how to drive your Polaris RZR 4×4’s and a little bit about hand signaling and then off you go.
Do I think you can use a camera if you are not driving? Yes. If you are driving I suggest a Go Pro helmet or a stand for putting on the RZR.
TOURING Puerto Vallarta
You get in and you start right away, stay tight to your guide and watch the road, it’s insane and a lot at once, but once you start moving Oh My Goodness is it fun!
We met up with the group of ATV’rs before traversing the mountain and the Guides will take your photo and jump in! They are a hoot.
We headed up the Sierra Madres in all the glorious dust, get ready to be bathed and coated in the dirt if it’s hot, dry and sunny.
There’s traffic coming down the hill at you as well as you going up the mountain, people really use these trails as roads, FYI! The conditions can get tight and I was screaming that I did not want to fall off the earth.
In some parts of the trail, you have the edge of the mountain, no guide rails, and if your tire takes the divots that are just landsliding out, you could be gone, so really focus. (look left no guard rail)
Capture that photo at the top of the trail. Bottom left photo, we are filthy and coated.
Now it’s time to head back down the trail, and go over to the Rancho Los Pilas owned by Wild Trek Adventures as well.
Here I thought we were heading to some hidden treasure in the town, and in reality, when you get here, this is owned by them adventure group and it is nice, just not what I had envisioned.
There is this mini cliff the guys were jumping off of and then into the pool. Be warned, if it’s dusty and you do this the water will attract more dust and more bug bites. I think that needs to be discussed. We should have worn pants, and long sleeve shirt or at least strong DEET. We got bit a lot and the heat would have been worse in pants, but the bites less, so pick your battle.
Food
My waffle was awesome probably the best of the trip so kudos!
After you eat (the food is good) they move you to their Tequila tasting, and this would have been fun had we not had the responsibility of driving 3 kids and $28,000 Polaris RZR or if we had not already done tequila tasting on the whole trip. (can’t always drink and have fun) My personal opinion is more time on the roads and trails, less time at the restaurant would have been more my ideal adventure. This is fun, it gives you a taste of what you may not see and if you have not tequila bought, this is your chance.
Here’s a note, if you did not bring cash with you then you can just charge what you buy (food and alcohol) to your name and when you get back to the office you can settle up there and that was the best thing we learned on this trip, so no worries!
So much to see. Lavishly live travel out loud. Puerto Vallarta RZR 4×4 Cuale River Adventure is definitely family fun for those that love the outdoors and seeing Puerto Vallarta like most will not!
Sounds and looks like you guys had a BLAST! See this is the kind if travel reviews I like, informative yet entertaining all at the same time. Definitely will bookmark and share your blog with my friends.
I agree that when you go traveling, it’s best to experience as much as you can. Experience the culture, the music the people and everything. I haven’t visited Puerto Vallarta yet, but after reading this I plan to make my visit soon, stay tuned!…
It’s sometimes challenging to find and activity that the entire family can enjoy. We aren’t the outdoorsy type. Whenever we go on vacation, the only thing we do together is shop! LOL!
What an exciting family getaway! This is perfect for summer. Although I would just be looking for alternatives at nearby cities or go out of state.
“I feel that when we are traveling we have to experience as much as we can” What I think that, when you travel a lot, you might widen your eyes to see surroundings.
This kind of adventure is already exhilarating for me since I don’t really like to go outside my comfort zone. But this seems pretty convincing to go on my next “adventure”.
a rough road adventure experience is one of the purposes i go to places in a far flung countryside. The nature surrounding the trail is beautiful. The experience itself is unforgettable.
I wish our family is like yours. I only get to travel with friends. This is one awesome adventure!
How’s the temperature in that place? Is there a place in that river where fishing can be done? Only 4x4s? No dirt bikes? And yep, thanks for sharing this: “if you did not bring cash with you then you can just charge what you buy (food and alcohol) to your name and when you get back to the office you can settle up there ” – best info!
Pretty great review here! As I was looking at the pictures, I thought those oval thingies were markers of some sort that are supposed to be highlighting something. Only when I looked closer that I realized that those are some sort of logo of yours! Off to my eye doctor tomorrow!
“if you did not bring cash with you then you can just charge what you buy (food and alcohol) to your name and when you get back to the office you can settle up there ” – Seriously? I am very impressed! Question: If me and my buds go here with our own ATVs and gear, would that be okay?
I just love offroading on 4x4s! This place looks like a fun area to cruise around in. However, it seems like all the vehicles they have are of the passenger types. Do they have any that I can drive on my own? Single-seaters I mean. Because that would definitely make me wanna go there!
Family goals! Bucket list for summer! Muchos gracias Dana 🙂
This is one summer adventure I’d love to do! It may not be in Puerto Vallarta (I can’t afford that yet!) but I’ve been wanting to do something like this with my family for a long time.
This trip must be very fun for you guyz! What an amazing adventure and enjoyment for a family bond.
This made me want to travel with family and friends again though the original plan is to go backpacking alone this summer. I just hope I could convince them to try this kind of adventures with me.
That really looks like quite an adventure. I’m gonna try and convince my friends that we try it out sometime. I wish there were more pictures of food. It is easier to convince our guy friends with that!
That looks totally fun! I’m into dirt bikes and the like so I would really enjoy trips like this. Is there an option there where I drive?
This is so fun! This is total adventure. I havent been driving so this is a good opportunity!
Yoohoo way to go! I want to experience riding this with my family!
My kind of outdoor fun! I’ve never been in an ATV adventure before. I will take note of this in case we head down to Puerto Vallarta. Thanks for the tip Dana!
Wow you guys like like you’re having a blast! I really have to visit Puerto Vallarta and stop putting it off.
I miss travelling. I love all of those pictures, it’s amazing.
“but my kids love adventures, and I feel that when we are traveling we have to experience as much as we can”
What I think that, if you can let your kids take adventures, your kids might be trained more brave to face the challenges.
wow! what a family travel goal! I can feel the warmness and excitement while reading your blog post. It must be fun to watch it in vlog version 😀
Now that definitely looks fun! Rather dusty for some people’s tastes, but not mine. I’d prefer to be in the driver’s seat though.
Mexico is says to be one of the good places for travel. Now I’m wanting to go there too!
This sure is an epic adventure! Adventure trips with the family are truly memorable. Thanks for sharing your travel experiences with us!
I’ve been following your Puerto Vallarta posts for a while now and this looks fun as well. Unfortunately, I’m not very tolerant of dust so I’ll probably think twice before going on a similar adventure. 🙁
Wow. A nice travelogue you have posted about your trip to Puerto Vallarta. It looks like an awesome place in Mexico. I have not traveled a lot internationally yet but would like to have a trip in future. By that time I would definitely visit this place. I can see that you have enjoyed a lot. Thanks for sharing.
Looks really fun! I would love to do this type of adventure with the kids and the hubby. I’m sure they will love every minute of it.
Yes I would love to do this trip too, looks like they had a blast!
I can feel the excitement reading your post. I need to include that you captured a picture of a waffle that I feel like entering my hand on the screen to get it. Do you want to do a vlog? If you want to try to do a video of your adventure and post it on YouTube, I will be the first subscriber.
OMG this is FUN! I’d love to go on an adventure trip just like this one. Summer please come soon!
First a lavish hotel and now this? I am drooling to get to Mexico right now.
The adventure must really be enjoyable! I would want to go ride that car. Cool!