On the Pacific Coast of Mexico is where you will find Puerto Vallarta. Puerto Vallarta is a popular vacation destination because the area has miles of beautiful beaches, wonderful weather, and a rich heritage. Also, Puerto Vallarta has excellent restaurant options, clubs, and shopping, too. One of the best natural views you can see is where the Sierra Madre mountains touch the shores of the Banderas Bay. Banderas Bay is the largest bay in Mexico, and the seventh largest bay worldwide. The majestic humpback whales travel down to the Banderas Bay warm waters each year to mate and birth their young. Puerto Vallarta is also home to many lovely waterfalls and rivers, too. Are you ready for a Puerto Vallarta vacation? If you want the best lodging, book a luxury suite at Garza Blanca Resorts. When you visit, make sure you explore these naturally beautiful attractions we have listed below.
1. Yelapa – Safest Place to Visit in Mexico
Would you like to experience a small beach town in Mexico? If so, then Yelapa is the perfect place to go. This is also one of the safest places to visit in Mexico. To get to Yelapa, you need to get on a bus to Boca de Tomatlan which is located about half hour south of downtown Puerto Vallarta. Then, from there you will catch a water taxi which only costs about $5 dollars each way. Yelapa is only reachable by water as there are no roads going into the town. In fact, they didn’t even get electricity or phones until 2001. If you are ready to get off the beaten path, then Yelapa is the perfect place to explore when visiting Puerto Vallarta.
2. Las Animas and Quimixto – Paradise in Banderas Bay
Next, two additional beach villages in Banderas Bay are Las Animas and Quimixto. These small towns are within walking distance from one another. To get there, you can walk along the shore on a beautiful coastal hike from Boca de Tomatlan. If you’d rather take a relaxing journey to reach Las Animas and Quimixto, you can also take a water taxi that only costs around $4 dollars for each person, each way. There, visitors will love the tranquil waters of the beautiful beaches that are perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Also, you can go to the Quimixto waterfall that is a short walk from the beach. They have several restaurants that make authentic Mexican dishes and fresh seafood, too.
3. Mismaloya and El Eden – Tropical Destinations
Mismaloya and El Eden are other great tropical destinations to explore in Puerto Vallarta. In 1987, the action/thriller movie Predator with Arnold Schwarzenegger was filmed there. El Eden is situated on the southern edge of PV just inland from Mismaloya Beach. El Eden has beautiful natural pools that the Mismaloya River made. The natural pools are an excellent spot to cool off on a hot and humid Puerto Vallarta day. Visitors will love the beautiful greenery of the Sierra Madre jungle and stone rocks that are fun to jump off into the water. If you work up an appetite, there is a nice restaurant that serves tasty and affordable food and drinks, too.
4. Cuale River – 2,500 Meters Above Sea Level
One of the seven rivers that started in the Sierra Madre Occidental mountains is the Cuale River. The river is about 2,500 meters above sea level, and it runs through El Cuale, then in deep ravines until it meets the Pacific Ocean in downtown Puerto Vallarta. Old Town Puerto Vallarta and El Centro/Downtown are divided by the Cuale River. Where the river flows into the ocean is a popular spot for locals who want to go swimming in the clear and shallow waters. You can find this spot just under the Malecon boardwalk bridge. There are also tons of cute shops with souvenirs, clothing, jewelry and more just steps from the river’s edge, too.
Will you be vacationing in Puerto Vallarta soon? Make sure you explore the natural attractions. The winter months are a wonderful time to visit Puerto Vallarta because the swimming holes have been replenished from the summer rains. If you need a travel package to meet your vacation needs, then contact Garza Blanca Resorts today! They have a luxury resort that has some of the best amenities in all of Puerto Vallarta. Plus, their suites are comfortable, elegant, and really spacious. If you want to always travel with the best, you can apply to join their exclusive residence club. In addition to the Puerto Vallarta location, they also have high-end resorts in Cabo San Lucas and Cancun, too. COVID health and sanitation practices have been added to keep resort guests, vacation club members, and staff safe. Contact them today and book your family a surprise getaway to beautiful Mexico!
