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Puerto Vallarta is located on the Bahía de Baderas, Mexico, in the Jalisco State, and it's bathed by the Pacific Ocean and surrounded by the incredible mountains of the Sierra Madre. It's the third most important port of Mexico, with 40 kilometers of beach within the impressive Bahía de Banderas. Puerto Vallarta offers neverending possibilities for eco-adventurers to enjoy the Pacific Ocean.
The Marina Vallarta deserves a special mention, because it's the biggest in Mexico, having the capability to accomodate over 35 meter long yachts. It's surrounded by the best hotels and restaurants in town, and this makes an excellent spot for those who enjoy navigation. Authentic beaches invite carefree relaxation on the Bahía de Banderas, all with soft waves, and safe to swim all year round. There are nearly 40 different beaches on the bay, the color of the sand and the water changes according to the particular beach. Some have very fine sand, others have coarser sand, and the colors of the sea range from blue to turquoise. The most famous and visited beach is, with no doubt, the Playa de los Muertos, on the south of the promenade, with an exclusive area for the gay community. On the beach, there are several hotels, restaurants and bars, which are ideal to enjoy the sunsets. On this beach is the sea horse which is considered the Vallarta icon, forged in bronze.
On the beach, there are several hotels, restaurants and bars, which are ideal to enjoy the sunsets. On this beach is the sea horse which is considered the Vallarta icon, forged in bronze. There are actually two, but the original one is on the Playa de los Muertos, created by artist Rafael Zamarripa.
WHERE TO STAY AND HOW TO GO - HOTELS AND FLIGHTS
The great selection Puerto Vallarta offers in regards to accommodations ranges from five star hotels to the simpler ones, depending on your economy.
The access to Puerto Vallarta is uneventual, whether by ground or by sea.
Vallarta has an international airport about 6 kilometers north, which is the main access route.
By ground, it's connected to all the Mexican territories through the Guadalajara-Compostela highway.
And by sea, the great Marina de Vallarta welcomes numerous luxurious cruise ships and many private ships from all around the globe.
ACTIVITIES - WHAT TO DO
Puerto Vallarta can provide visitors with activity, peace, relaxing and happiness we are all looking for on our vacations. It's the ideal place for eco-tourism, by ground as well as sea, because it has many rivers and waterfalls, and it's surrounded by a tropical jungle where you can spot incredible bird species.
Dolphins, turtles and giant stingrays can be appreciated from the shore, this is a big attraction for kayaking, because the bay is a natural aquarium. Diving and snorkeling are also a very popular way to discover the vast amount of colorful tropical fish. In fact, Puerto Vallarta is one of the best Mexico beaches for diving.
Diving lovers usually visit the south shore of the bay, where there are three huge rocks named Los Arcos, because in this area there are many tunnels and coves full of sea life. From December to April, tourists come from everywhere attracted by the birth of the humpback whales, showing their babies to the visitors.
The Sierra Madre is an attraction as well for those tourists who enjoy horseback riding, bicycling or hiking.
WEATHER - WHEN TO GO
The temperature ranges from December to April between 16ºC to 29ºC, and from May to November, 22º C a 35ºC. The nights tend to be cool, with rainfall in some evenings or nights.
2. Playa del Carmen
3 Huatulco
4. Puerto Escondido
5. Puerto Vallarta
6. Cancun
7. Cozumel
8. Acapulco
9. Mazatlan
10. Los Cabos
11. Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo
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