Garbage and Trash Collection Walk or Hike

We will meet at a convenient location in the Romantic Zone of Puerto Vallarta.  We usually take a public bus to the area designated by our guides or requested by locals for our attention.  On the way to the bus we will make a stop at a local store so everyone can purchase any additional water or snacks they may need.  (Often there will be stores available before or during our hike/walk so opportunities to replenish may be available.  

Please utilize public transport where possible or walk the Malecon to our meeting point.  

We also recommend that you try to utilize a reusable bottle where-ever possible.  

Once to the location we will divide into 2 teams each taking a different side of the path to clean.  

Our guides will provide the large trash bags. We will keep cans separate and donate to the first local person we encounter also picking up cans.  

We will work at least 2-3 hours depending on weather conditions.  

After our work we will have the opportunity to gather socially and refresh our bodies for a meal or at least beverages at a local restaurant or cantina. 

Visit our website for more information on this trip as well as our environmental philosophy and sustainability statement:   Puerto Vallarta Walking Adventure's Sustainability Statement

 

ESSENTIALS

Walking Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Meet in the Romantic Zone at 9:00AM (Exact location and directions will be in your email confirmation after reserving.)​

Bus cost not included - usually only 10 pesos each way.  Have exact change.  The adventure leader will teach you how to recognize the destination and route of the public buses and how to pay so that you are comfortable taking the buses on your own in the future. 

Wear comfortable walking shoes and have water or other hydration. 

Bring gloves, large hat, sunscreen, and Insect repellent.   

Bring or you may pre-order with us ($25usd) a bright safety vest and trash grabber. These are not mandatory. Many find it faster and easier to just bend over.  We do not provide vests because they are not essential and in the warm humid climate, they would not last long - better to go without then filling landfills.  But individuals may order from us as they have better opportunities to care and wash and it will encourage them to go out on their own and make a difference.  

Bring a rain umbrella (rainy season June to October) and recommended for hot sunny days for personal shade.  We do not cancel when it rains we celebrate - It is approximately  5 degrees  cooler during a rainstorm.  We may consider a cancellation in the event of a hurricane. 

All water, food, transportation not included,

Bring Pesos for shopping - most of the smaller merchants do not take cards.  

Please tip the guide generously.  Principal guide is usually Abraham that is a university-trained biologist who leads our trips to the botanical gardens and others.  

Puerto Vallarta Walking Adventure's Sustainability Statement