A top tourist destination on Mexico’s Pacific Coast is Puerto Vallarta. This area is very popular with travelers from all around the world due to its lovely beaches, warm climate, Mexican charm, and amazing food. Also, the Sierra Madre mountain lush jungle reaches out to touch the Banderas Bay shores to create breathtaking views that you can’t find anywhere else. Yearly, the majestic humpback whales migrate to the warm waters of Banderas Bay to mate and birth their young. Banderas Bay is the 7th largest bay in the world and the largest bay in Mexico. Do you want to take a vacation to Puerto Vallarta? If so, book your stay at Garza Blanca Resorts. Make sure you take the time to check out some cute spots that are a bit off the beaten path. In the meantime, read below to learn about the best places to visit near PV.
Yelapa, Mexico
Are you wanting to experience authentic Mexican charm? If so, then Yelapa is a small beach town where you can do that. To get to Yelapa, you will need to drive or take a bus to Boca de Tomatlan which is located about thirty minutes south of downtown Puerto Vallarta. From there, you will need to take a water taxi as there are no roads leading into Yelapa. The small village is only reachable by water, and Yelapa didn’t have electricity or phones until 2001. Currently, there are only around 1500 people that live in Yelapa, and this small town is one of the safest places to explore in Mexico. Make sure to take time to hike to the beautiful waterfall that also has a lovely swimming hole as well.
Las Animas & Quimixto
Next, two additional small beach towns near Puerto Vallarta are Las Animas and Quimixto. These cute little villages are found on the southern part of Banderas Bay. Once you get to one of these towns, you can walk along the shore to reach the other village in minutes. To get to these towns, you can either hike from Boca de Tomatlan or you can pay 3-4 dollars for each rider on a water taxi. The beaches are wonderful places to go swimming and snorkeling. Also, there are plenty of restaurants that make fresh seafood dishes and authentic Mexican dishes. There is a waterfall in Quimixto too that is only thirty minutes from the beach that is a great spot to check out as well.
Mismaloya & El Eden, Mexico
Mismaloya and El Eden, Mexico are also lovely places to visit near PV. The movie Predator with Arnold Schwarzenegger was filmed in the lush jungle back in 1987. The natural beauty in El Eden is outstanding and it is located inland from Mismaloya Beach which is about 20 minutes south of downtown Puerto Vallarta. There are natural pools in El Eden that the Mismaloya river feeds so it’s a great place to cool off with a refreshing dip on a hot Puerto Vallarta day. If you work up an appetite playing and swimming in water, you can order yummy food from the onsite restaurant that also has cold drinks for sale, too.
The Cuale River
Lastly, the Cuale River is one of seven rivers that are found in the Sierra Madre Occidental mountains. The river originates at approximately 2,500 meters above sea level, and it runs through El Cuale, which is a small mining town. Then, it continues through deep ravines and rugged terrain until it reaches downtown Puerto Vallarta where it empties into the Pacific Ocean. Many locals still fish and swim in the shallow Cuale River waters today underneath the Malecon Boardwalk bridge. You can also find numerous bird species that inhabit the area, so make sure you keep an eye out for them.
Will you be vacationing in Puerto Vallarta soon? If you are, then you need to visit the natural attractions near Puerto Vallarta. The winter is an excellent time to visit Puerto Vallarta because the summer rains have filled up the swimming holes. Garza Blanca Resort is the best place if you need a great getaway package. They have spacious accommodations, world class amenities, and VIP services. If you really want to pamper yourself, it’s the best place to stay in Banderas Bay. They also have an upscale Residence Club for travelers who want to regularly visit Puerto Vallarta. COVID sanitation protocols have been added to keep visitors safe during their stay. If you’re ready to take an incredible vacation to Mexico, contact Garza Blanca today to book your stay. They have discounted all-inclusive packages on sale right now. Call now and surprise your loved ones with a luxury vacation to Mexico!
