The La Tovara jungle boat ride begins with an early morning drive through the mango and banana plantations of coastal Nayarit, with views of Mantachen Bay and the Sierra Madre Mountains. On your boat ride you'll get to view wildflowers such as Orchids and Waterlillies. Passing along the way you see several fresh water springs.
One stop is the Cocodrilario Las Palmas, where, with government help and the contribution of tourism, the endangered American Crocodile in this area is being restored by the local community through an active breeding program. While the captive animals are held here in cages, it is very likely that during the trip you will see some wild crocodiles sunning themselves along the banks of the river. There are fresh water pools full of turtles and fish. Swimming is encouraged, and the crystal clear waters allow for wonderful views of the aquatic life.