Riviera Nayarit holds some of the most beautiful and popular little towns to visit, many of them just a few minutes away from the Downtown area of Punta de Mita.
The towns along the Riviera Nayarit offer a very wide and varied range of experiences and activities; from practicing sports like scuba-diving and surfing, and walking around little towns; to enjoying unique natural events like whale watching, and experiencing true luxurious resort-like lifestyle.
All the little towns along the Riviera are very different from each other, and each of them offer its own unique characteristics and experience.
Here are some of the little towns you can visit near Punta de Mita
1. Sayulita
Sayulita is one of the most populars towns to visit in Riviera Nayarit, and is only 15 minutes away from the downtown of Punta de Mita. Here, you’ll find some of the most stunning beaches of the Riviera, as well as a lovely and charming little town that offers a variety of locations like coffee shops, bars, flea markets, boutiques and much more.
Sayulita is mostly known for being a popular destination among surfers, both beginners and pros, because of its beaches ideal for the sport, with small and frequent waves throughout the day.
As one of the most popular towns, it tends to be also one of the most crowded and has the best entertainment lifestyle and party nights; which is why Sayulita has one of the most alluring and captivating vibes in the Riviera.
2. Bucerías
Bucerías is a smaller town, frequently known for its true”authentic” Mexican town vibes, being a town full of scenic little places, such as flea markets with colorful handcrafts, displays of traditional clothing, local restaurants, and much more.
Here you’ll find truly stunning and captivating natural scenes and places, like the trails in the jungle, hidden beaches and many other outdoors spots.
One of its attractiveness is its proximity to both Punta de Mita and Puerto Vallarta; the main tourist destinations of the area in Riviera Nayarit.
3. San Pancho
San Pancho is one of the quieter and more peaceful little towns in Riviera Nayarit, and is just a little over 20 minutes away from Punta de Mita.
In San Pancho you’ll be able to enjoy other types of recreational activities, with more slow-paced and unique experiences; like going horseback riding in the sunset, releasing new born turtles into the wild in the rescue centers, visiting the theater, and walking around the little town peaceful streets.
4. Nuevo Vallarta
Nuevo Vallarta is the town that resembles more the energy and vibes of a beach city-like destination, while still maintaining the beautiful scenery of the iconic beaches of Riviera Nayarit.
This is an ideal destination for people looking for a little more luxurious and carefree experience, visiting golf courses, drinking cocktails, going out on boat rides and enjoying luxury resort facilities.
In Nuevo Vallarta you’ll also find another kind of unique experiences; from the multiple boat tours available you’ll be able to go whale watching, skirting through fishing villages like Yelapa, and discovering hidden coves and beaches, like the hidden beach in the Marieta Islands.
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