PUERTO VALLARTA
BEACHES
Puerto Vallarta is set in the center of this bay, whose 48 km make it one of the largest in the world. It has beaches with fine sand and gentle waves. To the south, the Sierra de Cuale comes right down to the coast with its spectacular cliffs dotted with villas and deep blue bays.
El Malecón
This long esplanade surrounding the sea and lined with bronze sculptures goes right through the center of the town.
El Salado
This beach, lying within the Vallarta Marina, has deluxe facilities such as hotels, restaurants, and golf courses.
Gray-sanded beaches
Some of the beaches with regular inclines, such as Los Muertos beach, have soft, grayish-white sand. The sand is a lighter tone of gray at Carrizo beach, and many of the other beaches, such as Macumba and Punta Negra, are also strewn with beautiful palm trees.
Las Ánimas
Beach with horses available for hire and parachute rides. It has a quay where yachts, water taxis and small watercraft can berth.
Los Arcos
Of particular interest in Puerto Vallarta is the way the mountains join the ocean to form peaks and rocky crags. Some of these formations are magnificent, especially the one known as Los Arcos, located in the Mismaloya area.
Mismaloya
Nestling in the back of a small bay, this beach is regarded as one of the finest in Puerto Vallarta and is a favorite among swimmers and divers. It has hotel and restaurant facilities.
Yelapa
White sandy beach with restaurants and a small hotel. There are boats available for hire, together with diving and fishing facilities. Nearby is a beautiful 30 m high waterfall.
GOLF
There are several options for golf enthusiasts in Puerto Vallarta. The Marina Vallarta, the most modern hotel in the region, is about ten minutes from the airport and has a great golf course. One of its advantages is that you can obtain access to this golf course through the Velas Vallarta or the Westin Regina Hotels.
El Salado
This beach, lying within the Vallarta Marina, has deluxe facilities such as hotels, restaurants, and golf courses.
Golf Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta is a major golf resort with three professional, 18-hole golf courses and year-round tournaments.
Marina Vallarta Club de Golf
This 18-hole course will prove to be a real challenge to any golf player.
Vista Vallarta
Vista Vallarta has two 18-hole golf courses, both of which were designed by Jack Nicklaus and Tom Weispok.
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