Adventures
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Huichol Indians
About an hour drive from PV you will find the
community of the Huichol Indians living in a very remote mountain
village still residing in pre-Columbian times. Their beaded and
threaded artwork are definitely articles you would be more than
happy to ad to your collection. They have been able to follow their
customs and traditions because of their secluded location. Please
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Mazamitla
This little town is located in western Mexico in
the State of Jalisco, nestled in the heart of Sierra Del Tigre where
you can still view golden eagles, mountain lions and deer in the
pine and oak covered hillsides. You can enjoy a beautiful windy
mountain drive north along hwy 2oo where there are many fruit and
vegetable stands beginning north of Guayobitos. Mazamitla is
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San Sebastian
The quaintest of villages in the Sierra Madres, San
Sebastian is approximately one and a half hour drive from Puerto
Vallarta.
A special day trip can be arranged to drive or you can
choose a shorter trip by air to fly in over the majestic mountains
landing within row upon row of "Agave", the native plant
is grown in abundance here, of which
Tequila is manufactured.
You can enjoy the warm mountain breezes
while you dine on the terrace of one of the authentic cafes and
afterward you can leisurely stroll the narrow cobble stone streets lined with
historic architecture occupied by many shops offering the delightful
creations of the local Artisans.
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Liz Taylor's House
Casa Kimberley the former home of Liz
Taylor and Richard Burton, with original furnishings.
Daily Tours
9 am - 6 pm
Calle Zaragoza 445
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Beaches
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Bucerias
The Beach of
Bucerias, fifteen minutes drive from
Puerto Vallarta . You can walk for miles on the sandy
beach along the gentle surf and encounter horse back riding,
multiple beach front cafes and numerous water sports activities.
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Boca de Tomatlán
An enchanting little cove beach located at the edge of the lush
jungle about 3 miles or 4.5 kilometers south of Mismayloya. This
precious little town is an authentic Mexican fishing village
approximately 20 minutes south of Puerto Vallarta where you can
catch the water taxi's to
Las Animas, Quimixto,
Majahuitas, and Yelapa (beaches only accessible by sea)
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Boca de Tomates
A place more suited for the
environmentalist, as this beach area
is dedicated to the preservation of it's environment by protecting
the many
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Destiladeras
Destiladeras is located a few miles north of Piedra
Blanca. Destiladeras is approximately a 1 ½-km-long (1-mi-long)
beach with waves for bodysurfers and boogie-boarders. More isolated
than some of the other area beaches, you will find a few simple
places serving filets of fish and ceviche. Punta el Burro, at the
north end of the beach, is a popular surf spot often accessed by
boat from Punta de Mita.
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El Anclote
El Anclote, one of the two public beaches in
Punta
de Mita a peninsula at the north end of Banderas Bay where you can
charter a boat for day of sport fishing.
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San Pancho
The
San Pancho (formerly named San
Francisco) Beach, in the State of
Nayarit is a Pacific coastal jewel and just a short 40 minute drive
from Puerto Vallarta.
In San Pancho the rich culture of the
indigenous people magically blends with the newer customs of their
North American neighbors. The surf is a bit stronger here, and more
appropriate for surfers, yet is swim able most days.
In San Pancho exists a true Mexico
Artist Co-op that holds an annual
Art Festival during Christmas Week
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Garza Blanca
A city beach located along the Barra Navidad road on the way to
Mismaloya. Bring your own lunch as there are no amenities provided
for the beach visitors.
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Las Animas
South of Puerto Vallarta and only accessible by boat, Las Animas
is a place for those seeking isolation. You can catch a water taxi
in Boca de Tomatlán
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Las Caletas
Caletas a secluded beach reachable only by boat on the Bay of Banderas is a Vallarta coastal hideaway perfect for kayaking,
snorkeling, scuba diving and other
water sports.
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Mismaloya
On Hwy 200 south of Puerto Vallarta, where the Sierra Madres
meet Banderas Bay more famously known for the location of the movie
"Night of the Iguana" directed by John Houston in 1963. This single
event caused Puerto Vallarta to transform from a simple Mexican
fishing. Playa Mismaloya in located in a beautiful cove with a great
view of the Los Arcos sea rocks. The scuba diving and snorkeling is
exceptional here. There are several restaurants and beach vendors to
satisfy your shopping desires.
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Punta de Mita
Located in the State of
Nayarit just 40 minutes north of Puerto
Vallarta where the beaches are some of the loveliest in the area.
Besides the many incredible restaurants, there are boat tours, horse
back riding, surf, boogie board and jet ski rentals !
Search Punta de Mita Vacation Rentals |
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Quimixto
The only way to get to this fishing village is by boat. Many
tourist are not aware that this incredible spot exists so close by
to Vallarta. It is a quiet village with a few shopping
opportunities. You can enjoy the horseback riding and jungle
explorations. The boat ride
is wonderful as well.
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Sayulita
Sayulita, a thriving little coastal town along Hwy
200. This beach is a surfer's haven, but accommodates swimmers of all
levels as well.
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Yelapa
About 45 minutes from Puerto Vallarta. There is a road, but it
is more easily accessed by
boat, A fishing village located on a quiet cove with little to no traffic. There is a
long stretch of beach divided by an inlet. An excellent day
adventure to explore the restaurants and art community.
Transportation departs daily from numerous places in
Puerto Vallarta.
Search Puerto Vallarta Vacation Rentals |
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Whales & Dolphins
Action Tropical
Adelita
Alamar
Aleta, Altamar III and IV
Ana Cristina
Anis
Barracuda III
Bluto II
Bouvier
Brando
BriannaNicole
Cachito
Camila
Carolina
Casandra
Catalina III
Cesarin I
Cielito Lindo
Cielo Abierto
Columba and Columba I and II
Coral II
the Princesa boats
Twin Dolphins
Discover Pacific Tours
Dulce
Eclipse
Ecotours de Mexico
El Dorado de Nayarit II
El Fride
Estrella
Flipper II
Halcon del Mar I, Humpback
Isla
Ivette
Karen III, IV and V
La Corbetefia
La Diosa del Mar
La Gaviota 2a
La Preciosa I
La Princesa
La Sandunga
Las Vegas Lady
Luna de Miel
Maria I
Maxbeer
Miss Adventure
Miss Viky III
Monalisa
Moon and Stars
Nacho's
Norma II,
Obrera and Obrera II
Ocean Friendly
Orion
Paulina III
Pegasso Chartering
Perla del Pacifico I, II and III,
Rockin Robin
Rosa del Mar
Sihany
Silvia II and III
Sirenita I
Soc. Coop. Bahia de Banderas
Soc. Coop. Corral del Risco
Sofia, Sol y Mar
Tangaroa
Vallarta Adventures
Vallarta Sol
Via Mar
Victres
Vikingo
Wildlife Connections
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Whale watching season is from 15
Dec. to March 30th
You can identify the official boats for Whale watching, as they will
be displaying a green flag with a humpback whale design.
To the left you will find a current list of the boats authorized by
SEMARNAT, (Federal Dept of Natural Resources) to take you safely and
environmentally responsibly to watch the whales in the Bay of
Baneras. If a boat is not displaying a flag it is not
authorized with an official permit. Please make sure the boat is
carrying a permit, as the list changes. |
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Golf Courses
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Water Sports |
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Scuba Diving
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Los Arcos Unerwater National Park
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Majahuitas Geach Paradise
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Marietas Islands Ecology Trip
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Whale Watching & Dolphin Encounters
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Night Dives & Special Dive Trips to El Morro, Chimo,
Corbetena & Sequial
84 Av.Politecnico opposite the Bull Ring
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Snorkeling |
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Surfing
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Wind Surfing
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Fishing and Boating
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Puerto Vallarta's cultural arts community is led by
the combination of the Department of Culture, the Puerto
Vallarta Convention & Visitors' Bureau, The University of
Guadalajara, Buenaventura Hotels and Sheraton Bougainvilleas Resort and
joined by art dealers, gallery owners, visitors and artists from all
over Mexico.
The Malecón
in Puerto Vallarta is a jetty along the beach front of Bahia
de Banderas, where the evidence of a very active artist community
exists. PV is hailed by critics as Mexico's Art Mecca with more than
30 galleries located
in the Vallarta area.
The infamous Art Walk season, organized by the downtown gallery
owners, is held every Wednesday from November through April. During
the Art Walk season you can stroll from gallery to gallery
enjoying the most recent art offerings while savoring free wine and
canapes. The Marina Vallarta Galleries arrange Art Walks each
Friday
There is an annual Mexican film festival where a series of
classical films are displayed in an open air screen at Los Arcos in
the center of town, while the premiers are held at Cinema Bahia.
At the sea side amphitheater next to City Hall, on the first
Thursday of every month there are music concerts and dance
presentations.
In late March or early April there is a Poetry and Short Story
Festival, with submissions from local writers and attended by
nationally known literary figures.
The Festival de Arte, held in May simultaneously celebrates the
anniversary of the city with a magnificent fireworks display in the
main plaza.
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Vallarta
Art Galleries |
Puerto Vallarta art galleries exhibit various types
of Mexican and international art for multiple tastes.
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Galeria Arte Latinoamericano
155 El Centro
Tel: (322) 222-4406
Josefa Ortíz de Domínguez |
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Galería Córsica
230 El Centro
Tel: (322) 223-1821
Leona Vicario |
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Galería de Ollas
Corona 176
El Centro
Tel: (322) 223-1045
Mata Ortiz potters |
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Galeria EM La Marina
Marina Las Palmas II L-17 Marina Vallarta Tel: (322) 221-2228
Estela Herrera and Mariano Pérez |
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Galería Omar Alonso
Leona Vicario
249 El Centro
Tel: (322) 222-5587
Photography, Engraving and
Sculpture |
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Galería Pacífico
174 El Centro
Tel: (322) 222-1982
Aldama
Ramiz Barquet and Patrick Denoun |
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Galerie des Artistes
248 El Centro
Tel: (322) 223-0006
Leona Vicario
Rivera, Orozco and Coronel |
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Galleria Dante
Basilio Badillo
269 El Centro
Tel: (322) 222-2477
Claire and Joe Guarniere
Gabriel Colunga, Guillermo Gómez, Luis Espiridión, Meg Munro, Bill
Megrail, Tellosa, Oscar Capeche, Jonás Gutiérrez, Meridy Volz, Rocio
Sánchez. Introducing Bernardo Colunga, Edgar Martínez, Israel Zepeda
and Boback Emad |
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Mata Ortiz Art Gallery
268-A El Centro
Tel: (322) 222-7407
Lázaro Cárdenas
Mata Ortiz pottery
Jewelry designs inspired by the ancient pre-Hispanic culture of
Paquimé |
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Meg Munro Studio
Ecuador 1225 El Centro Tel: (322) 223-1142
Meg Munro Master Watercolorist |
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T Fuller Fine Art
Corona 169 El Centro Tel: (322) 222-8196
Davis Birks, painter
Morales family, master potters
Chad Buck and Carlos Terres. |
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The Loft
Corona 176-A El Centro Tel: (322) 222-6353
Ruben Cham and John Strawn
Contemporary Art |
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Art V Galería
Libertad 278
Tel. 22 2 04 00,
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Arte de Las Américas
Marina Vallarta. |
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Galería Arte Popular Mexicano
Libertad 285
Tel. 22 2 69 60 |
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Galería EM
Marina Vallarta.
Estela Herrera and Mariano Pérez
Custom-made stained glass |
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Galerías de Ollas
Corona 176
Tel. 22 3 10 45
Mata Ortiz potters |
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Galería Omar Alonso
Leona Vicario 249
Tel. 222-5587 |
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Galería Piramide
Downtown
Hand-carved and beaded Huichol art,
pre-Columbian reproductions, masks and paintings by local artists. |
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Galería Rosas Blancas
Downtown
Juarez 523
Tel. 22 2 11 68
Works by Mexican and local artists,
promoting young talents and showing the most recent works of
renowned sculptors and painters. |
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Galería Uno
Morelos 561
Tel. 222 09 08
Paintings, graphics, sculpture and
posters from all over México by many famous artists including
Colunga, Felguérez, Tamayo, Raymundo González and Conrado Domínguez |
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Galería Vallarta
Juarez 263
Tel. 22 2 02 90 |
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Judith Ewing Morlan
Miramar 237
Tel. 223-2179
Contemporary Art |
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Malecon
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Night Life
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La Iguana Mexican Fiesta
The original Fiesta since 1962. Authentic music,
dance, entertainment, food and drinks of Mexico.Thursday and
Sunday
7 pm - 11 pm
Restaurant
Thursday-Sunday
8pm - 2 am
Seafood and Mexican Entertainment
L. Cardenas 311
Tel: 222-0105 |
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Mexican Fiesta
Vallarta's most spectacular, traditional and popular
celebration of Mexican culture, music and food.Includes full
buffet, open bar, and show
Tues and Sat at the Hotel Krystal Vallarta
Reservations:
Tel: 224-0202 ex 60749 |
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Vallarta Zoo
Open Daily
10 am - 6 pm
Calle 5 de Mayo 700 in Mismaloya (700 meters from the Hwy)Tel:
228-0955/0501
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Long time dream of the Casteneda
family, this privately owned zoo features over 300 animals living on
a wildlife preserve of 62 hecteras, set in the jungle in the hills
above the little town of
Mismaloya.
Stroll the tropical grounds at your leisure while
viewing the animals i their enclosures You'll find animals from
around the world and from here in Mexico.
Rare White Tiger
Endangered "Ugliest Dog in the World" Xoloitzquintle, native to
ancient Mexico.
The zoo has a strong record in successfully breeding animals so
there are always young ones to see.
Take a break and enjoy a meal at the two tiered observation
deck/restaurant. The tree top view of the surrounding jungle is
breathtaking, so bring your camera.
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