Julio's Nayarit

Nuevo Vallarta is a planned resort area on the Nayarit side of Banderas Bay, just north of Puerto Vallarta's airport. It isn't a traditional town with a plaza; it's long, gentle beaches, marinas, golf courses and big hotels, which makes it relaxed and family-friendly.

From Rincón de Guayabitos: About 58 km, roughly 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes by car. Julio picks you up at your hotel and drives you there and back.

Things to do

  • Spend a beach day on the long, calm stretch of sand
  • Stroll the marinas and watch the fishing and whale boats come and go
  • Go whale watching in season (about mid-November to March)
  • Join a sea turtle release at a local camp in hatching season
  • Book a boat trip to the Marietas Islands or a sportfishing charter
  • Play a round at one of the area's golf courses
  • Pop over to nearby Bucerías for a more local town feel

Nightlife

Quiet. Most evenings happen inside the resorts, with a few marina bars and restaurants with occasional live music. For a real night out, Puerto Vallarta's Malecón and Zona Romántica are about 25–30 minutes away by taxi.

Where it is

Visit Nuevo Vallarta with Julio

Private day trip with hotel pickup, at your pace. Tell Julio your dates and group size.

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Travel times are approximate and depend on traffic and stops. Seasonal activities vary by year.