Activities in Vallarta Mexico

The Puerto Vallarta and Nuevo Vallarta regison is widely recognized by many who plan their Mexico vacations along the Pacific west coast of Mexico. Most come to relax on the tropical Mexican beaches or to enjoy the lavish resorts and fun outdoor Puerto and Nuevo Vallarta activities.

Nuevo Vallarta lies just north of Puerto Vallarta in the Riviera Nayarit region.

Many of Nayarit’s Mexican beaches, coastal resorts and Nuevo Vallarta activities have become synonymous with Puerto Vallarta and have become extremely popular with tourists, even though they are part of Nuevo Vallarta and the Riviera Nayarit region.

The 200 mile stretch north of Puerto Vallarta in the Riviera Nayarit has many unique destination points that are starting to earn great notoriety, and rightfully so.

One can enjoy a host of Vallarta activities in quaint resort communities along Mexico’s Pacific coast like Nuevo Vallarta, Bucerias, Punta Mita, Sayulita and San Blas.

Nayarit Nuevo Vallarta Activities

In the state of Riviera Nayarit, the Pacific Ocean and the tropical jungles at the foot of the Sierra Madre Mountains come together in perfect harmony to offer endless land and water activities to excite all tourists, such as:

Land Activities in Vallarta Mexico

The Riviera Nayarit is composed of diverse landscapes that range from white sandy beaches to lush tropical rainforests and mountainous countryside.

As one can imagine the unique activities that take place on land are as diverse as the land itself. Depending on your sense of adventure you may wish to check out one or more of these popular Mexico Vallarta activities.

Nayarit Mexico Golf

Play round after round of golf on award winning and PGA approved Mexico golf courses such as the El Tigre Golf Course in Nuevo Vallarta or the Punta Mita Pacifico Golf Course in Punta Mita.

Horseback Riding Mexico

Saddle up for an afternoon of riding through the Sierra Madre Mountain range or take pleasure in a dreamy sunset while cantering along the sandy beaches of Mexico.

Vallarta ATV Tour

Cap off your Mexico Vallarta activities schedule and hold on tight as you plough through some muddy jungle tracks, cross though cool river waters and discover undiscovered countryside near Nuevo Vallarta.

Vallarta Canopy Adventure

Challenge yourself on a Mexico Vallarta zip line tour as you discover some of Mexico’s most exciting jungles while zipping from platform to platform and climbing along rope bridges in the rainforest canopies.

Baby Sea Turtle Rescue in Mexico

During the summer and fall months you can help protect baby Olive Ridley sea turtles (Nayarit’s official mascot) as they return to the safe ocean environment after hatching along many of the Riviera Nayarit beaches.

Water Activities in Vallarta Mexico

With an average temperature of 77ºF (25ºC) in Riviera Nayarit, the Pacific Ocean waters are able to lure almost every tourist to cool off in at least one type of water activity.

Surfing Activities in Nayarit Mexico

Whether you own or rent a long board, short board or stand up paddle board, Nayarit will satisfy your surfing dreams by offering:

Accessible beaches with top surf points
Swells and waves suited towards all surf levels
Surf rental locations and surf instruction schools

Snorkelling Activities in Riviera Nayarit

By purchasing simple snorkel gear, each tourist swimming in Nayarit waters can have the opportunity to snorkel and catch glimpses of Mexico’s diverse underwater creatures such as:

Snorkelling tours are available to take you out to some of the best snorkelling locations in Nuevo Vallarta Mexico and the Banderas Bay for even greater chances of seeing marine life.

Whale Watching Activities in Riviera Nayarit  

If you visit the Nayarit between December and March, you should seriously consider going on a whale watching tour.

Several Mexico whale watching companies offer the opportunity to board their vessels and set out for open waters in Banderas Bay in search of the Humpback Whales and their calves. Observe their friendly and playful stunts like breaching, pectoral fin slapping and tail lobbing.

Deep Sea Fishing Activities in Nayarit Mexico

Depending on the time you go, fishing in Nayarit provides the opportunity of reeling in any number of exciting catches including:

Learn More About Vallarta Activities in Nayarit Mexico

Enjoy Mexico Vacations in the Riviera Nayarit with a different Vallarta activity each day and bring major fun and excitement to your holiday.

For a complete list of Nuevo Vallarta and Puerto Vallarta activities, including surfing, snorkelling and fishing in Nayarit Mexico, visit our Mexico Activities page.

For more information about ideal locations for Mexico vacations visit our Nayarit Mexico Map.