Beaches

Bandares Bay stretches for over 40 miles and its not surprising that Puerto Vallarta has beaches everywhere. It ranges from lively shores at the seaside resorts to isolated patches surmounted by cliffs.

Playa Los Arcos is a stony beach with a wonderful view of the caves and rock formations of Los Arcos. Bucerias is a long stretch of sand for sunbathing and strolling. North of Puerto Vallarta along the southern coast of Nayarit State is a string of beautiful, unpopulated beach areas. Lo de Marcos, Sayulita, Nuevo Vallarta are a few.

Playa Los Muertos is the most popular and busiest beach in town. The beach is close to downtown and is lined with several restaurants.

Playa Los Camarones is slightly away from downtown and the noise and bustle of the resort hotels. A great place to relax and unwind after a hectic day of sightseeing or shopping.

Playa Norte beach has a busy shore. Several kinds of sporting activities and locals hawking silver and handicrafts add to the bustle.

Boca De Tomatlan is a small and calm beach by the side of a fishing village. This beautiful beach has hills and green forests in the background.

Mismaloya beach is the site where 'Night of the Iguana' was filmed which brought Puerto Vallarta to the limelight. Snorkeling among the rocks along the southern edge of the cove is a wonderful experience.

Playa Piedra Blanca has crystal clear water and white sand and beautiful mountains across the bay. Punta de Mita is a rocky beach with excellent snorkeling and fishing facilities.

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