puerto vallarta

garyrbeck wrote:
> On Jul 4, 4:54?am, Bill Fright <billfri...@austin.rr.com> wrote:
>> garyrbeck wrote:
>>> On Jul 2, 7:49?am, Bill Fright <billfri...@austin.rr.com> wrote:
>>>> I'm going on vacation atpuertovallartaand was hoping to get some
>>>> dives in. Can anyone recommend a dive shop/owner operator and any advice
>>>> as to where the best dives are?
>>> Check out Chico's Dive Shop on Playa Los Muertos, been in biz for
>>> ages. Sort of pricy. Also go to Leslie's website for discount tours
>>> and activities at puertovallartafun dot com
>>> Note: diving is better in Acapulco but there are areas to set off for
>>> scuba. Like out by the Marieta Islands, clearer deep blue water. If in
>>> season may see a whale. Dolfins around all the time, and marlin,
>>> dorado and huachinango. Out by Los Arcos we feed gorgeous blue/yellow/
>>> white/black angelfish!
>> Thanks so much for the info. Have you been out to El Morrow? So far I'm
>> thinking a day at El Morrow and a day at the Marietas Islands.- Hide quoted text -
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> No, I have not. You will be pleased most if you get away from shore as
> you prob know. The deeper water is clearer though not necessarily
> calmer as this is the Pacific! But, with a good guide and gear, you
> will have a great dive. Remember, the water is not crystal clear with
> white sand like the Caribbean...this is a rougher rugged water and
> topography! Have a blast and let us know your opinion...Oh and check
> out the malecon at sunset all the way until late. Lots of music,
> meeting, food, joviality.
>

Will do and thanks so much for your insight. I grew up on the Pacific so
I understand the waters. Also, coral is not a big deal for this trip. I
just want to visit some critters no matter who they are.

BTW I was only going to bring a wet suit, mask and fins. Are Chico's
prices okay for regulator, weights and such?

thanks again,
bill