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Aventura extrema en Riviera Nayarit: Adrenalina pura

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Coast: Riviera Nayarit

The Riviera Nayarit extends from the historic port of San Blas to the border with Jalisco in Nuevo Nayarit, bordering the beautiful Bay of Banderas. Characterized by lush tropical vegetation where the jungle merges with the ocean, the region offers a perfect duality: from the surfer and colorful charm of Sayulita and San Pancho to the exclusive hotel enclaves of Punta Mita and Litibu.

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The Riviera Nayarit extends from the historic port of San Blas to the border with Jalisco in Nuevo Nayarit, bordering the beautiful Bay of Banderas. Characterized by lush tropical vegetation where the jungle merges with the ocean, the region offers a perfect duality: from the surfer and colorful charm of Sayulita and San Pancho to the exclusive hotel enclaves of Punta Mita and Litibu.

Available activities

Excursion to Hidden Beach (Marietas Islands)Humpback Whale WatchingWhite-faced Monkey Trail (Mono Hill)

Adventures & Experiences

White-faced Monkey Trail (Mono Hill)

Naturaleza y senderismo

Excursion to Hidden Beach (Marietas Islands)

Sail towards the protected archipelago and swim through a rocky tunnel to emerge on a stunning cenote beach open to the sky.

Humpback Whale Watching

Sail through Banderas Bay during the winter months (December to March) to witness the jumping and singing of humpback whales.

Natural Wonders

Featured

Excursion to Hidden Beach (Marietas Islands)

Sail towards the protected archipelago and swim through a rocky tunnel to emerge on a stunning cenote beach open to the sky.

Featured

Humpback Whale Watching

Sail through Banderas Bay during the winter months (December to March) to witness the jumping and singing of humpback whales.

Featured

White-faced Monkey Trail (Mono Hill)

A moderately difficult hike through the rainforest that ascends to the top of a hill, giving a 360-degree panoramic view of the entire Banderas Bay.

The Riviera Nayarit extends from the historic port of San Blas to the border with Jalisco in Nuevo Nayarit, bordering the beautiful Bay of Banderas. Characterized by lush tropical vegetation where the jungle merges with the ocean, the region offers a perfect duality: from the surfer and colorful charm of Sayulita and San Pancho to the exclusive hotel enclaves of Punta Mita and Litibu.

Naturaleza y senderismo

White-faced Monkey Trail (Mono Hill)

Natural Parks

White-faced Monkey Trail (Mono Hill)
Naturaleza

Nature & Adventure

White-faced Monkey Trail (Mono Hill)

A moderately difficult hike through the rainforest that ascends to the top of a hill, giving a 360-degree panoramic view of the entire Banderas Bay.

Excursion to Hidden Beach (Marietas Islands)

Sail towards the protected archipelago and swim through a rocky tunnel to emerge on a stunning cenote beach open to the sky.

Humpback Whale Watching

Sail through Banderas Bay during the winter months (December to March) to witness the jumping and singing of humpback whales.

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Beaches and Coasts in Riviera Nayarit

Best Beaches

Sayulita Beach

★ Top

The main beach of the Pueblo Mágico of Sayulita, famous for its cosmopolitan atmosphere, its ideal breaks for learning to surf and its lively beachfront atmosphere.

🏖️ coarse_sand💧 wavy

Services

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San Pancho Beach (San Francisco)

★ Top

A beautiful, wide golden beach with a bohemian and relaxed atmosphere, considered the cultural capital of the Riviera Nayarit.

🏖️ fine_sand💧 rough

Services

bohemian vibesunset viewscommunity projects

Litibu Beach

An extensive and virgin beach of white and golden sand framed by tropical vegetation, located near Punta Mita.

🏖️ fine_sand💧 wavy

Services

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Nature

98

The majestic combination of the Sierra Madre Occidental covered with green jungle descending towards the Pacific Ocean.

The majestic combination of the Sierra Madre Occidental covered with green jungle descending towards the Pacific Ocean.

Safety

88

Considered one of the safest states in Mexico for tourists, especially in the coastal corridor.

Considered one of the safest states in Mexico for tourists, especially in the coastal corridor.

Transport

75

Network of local buses (*combis* and trucks) that connect the coastal towns in an economical way.

Network of local buses (*combis* and trucks) that connect the coastal towns in an economical way.
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