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Your trip to Punta de Mita.

Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.

Punta de Mita – Nayarit Destination Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

How to get there

Aeropuerto Internacional Lic. Gustavo Díaz Ordaz (PVR) Puerto Vallarta · 45 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

From Puerto Vallarta airport (PVR) it’s about 45 km along the coastal highway, roughly 45 minutes by car or taxi. Buses from Puerto Vallarta and Bucerías reach the village.

How many days

One day, including the trip to the Marietas and El Anclote beach. Two nights for those who want to stay at the hotels on the tip.

When to go

November to April, in the dry season, when the sea is calmer for boats to the Marietas. Whales typically pass by from December to March.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

Not for the village and the beach. To combine with Sayulita and Bucerías, go by bus or car.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Punta de Mita

Morning
Boat to the Islas Marietas
Leave early from El Anclote pier for the Marietas, with authorized operators.
Afternoon
Playa El Anclote
Return to El Anclote beach, with shallow water and beachfront seafood restaurants.
Late afternoon
Sunset on the point
Watch the sunset over the Pacific from El Anclote beach.
Evening
Dinner in the village
Dine in the fishing village at seafood restaurants.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

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