Nuevo Vallarta Beach
Nuevo Vallarta Beach
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GaryAra
Los Angeles, CA42 contributions
Jul 2022
Best Beach in PV area.
Warm water, firm packed sand, shallow waters. We have stayed in Puerto Vallarta and the beaches in that city area have stronger waves and deep sand, its very hard to keep your balance.
Warm water, firm packed sand, shallow waters. We have stayed in Puerto Vallarta and the beaches in that city area have stronger waves and deep sand, its very hard to keep your balance.
Written July 23, 2022
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Krokay144
13 contributions
Feb 2021 • Friends
A beautiful long beach to walk on and great sunsets. Many birds can be seen every day and since I am a watercolor artist I captured great photos to use as references for future art works. Sand is perfect and we even found a few Venus clam shells. Hardly any tourists there right now so I was able to get lovely panoramic shots of the beach every day too. It was 78 degrees every day and the water was fine for swimming- never saw any little jellies so that was also nice😀. We saw a few families and the kids were having so much fun because it’s very shallow way out into the waves and no drop off.
Written February 15, 2021
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PEC
Columbus, OH4 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
Cesar Lopez pool Butler for the estates sundeck at beach land is beyond compare! Anticipates he’s jovial he’s knowledgeable just beyond exceeding all expectations. All of our pool butlers, Antonio, Adrian, and Emmanuel strive to go above and beyond expectations. Antonio’s personality and service are fabulous.
Written March 7, 2023
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dougviv
Promise City, IA69 contributions
Feb 2020
Problem #1. We have gone to this resort for the last three years. We even upgraded to the new park last year that is not built yet. They asked us to talk to them about any questions we might have, so we said. "sure." Funny thing about that, was when we got to our meeting the gal didn't ask us once about any questions we had. She just told us about how she could win a car if we paid another 33,000 dollars. And then we would get the type of room we were promised to get if we paid the extra the year before.
Problem #2. Walking down to the pool for our unit, they blocked the path and was putting a gondola in that would block the ocean views. They didn't go out of their way to shuttle you down to the pool so you had to walk to another pool then down by the beach to get to it. The construction taking place makes this place a little less desirable at this time 3/2020
Problem #2. Walking down to the pool for our unit, they blocked the path and was putting a gondola in that would block the ocean views. They didn't go out of their way to shuttle you down to the pool so you had to walk to another pool then down by the beach to get to it. The construction taking place makes this place a little less desirable at this time 3/2020
Written March 9, 2020
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franchuk21
Kenora, Canada63 contributions
Nov 2021
It's crowded in places, where the larger hotels are. But one has only to keep walking and relatively secluded sections can be found. A few crocodile warnings and sightings add an element of risk to swimming. However, I am not aware of anyone actually getting attacked by a crocodile.
The sand is coarse and kitty-litter textured and nowhere near the white sand of the south pacific or Indian Ocean beaches. However - the usual great weather and the short flight time from Canada do compensate somewhat!
The sand is coarse and kitty-litter textured and nowhere near the white sand of the south pacific or Indian Ocean beaches. However - the usual great weather and the short flight time from Canada do compensate somewhat!
Written December 6, 2021
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traveltheworld012
Rochester, MN13,524 contributions
Dec 2021
We arrived in Bucerias and after having breakfast at a restaurant with a beach view, we walked along the beach and found the sand to be clean and the whole area not very busy at all. Really nice here, but more people may find out eventually and make this area less desirable as well. Enjoy it while you can.
Written March 1, 2022
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Dylan L
9 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
I'm not the most traveled person but from the various beaches I have been on in mexico including some semi private ones this one is my favourite.
It's a nice long walk to get from where the sand starts to the water and atleast 2km long from river mouth to the nuevo harbour. Early morning the shore has many small shells to look at. The waves ranged in size the whole time I was here from 2ft to 5ft. The day of the 5ft waves life guards made themself known by whistling in people out to far and advising them of the red flag warning out.
The unexpected treat of this beach was the sea turtle sanctuary where nests are protected and baby turtles are released/escorted down the sand early every morning. Be advised this is a protected thing. Visitors are not to touch/use flash photography/or get infront of the baby turtles and by no means pic them up and place them in the water. It has to do with there natural instincts to return to the beach to lay eggs in 20 years. But it is a site to be seen. I had the luckiest of encounters when I witness 2 baby turtles sticking there heads out of the sand I ran to the sanctuary and got a staff member who came over and dug up the hatchlings which totalled 4 and took them to be released by escort the next night/early morning. Birds that eat the baby turtles are all over.
To close, if u want more than great sand and long beach and the chance to experiance something more. This is a great beach, full of memories to be had.
It's a nice long walk to get from where the sand starts to the water and atleast 2km long from river mouth to the nuevo harbour. Early morning the shore has many small shells to look at. The waves ranged in size the whole time I was here from 2ft to 5ft. The day of the 5ft waves life guards made themself known by whistling in people out to far and advising them of the red flag warning out.
The unexpected treat of this beach was the sea turtle sanctuary where nests are protected and baby turtles are released/escorted down the sand early every morning. Be advised this is a protected thing. Visitors are not to touch/use flash photography/or get infront of the baby turtles and by no means pic them up and place them in the water. It has to do with there natural instincts to return to the beach to lay eggs in 20 years. But it is a site to be seen. I had the luckiest of encounters when I witness 2 baby turtles sticking there heads out of the sand I ran to the sanctuary and got a staff member who came over and dug up the hatchlings which totalled 4 and took them to be released by escort the next night/early morning. Birds that eat the baby turtles are all over.
To close, if u want more than great sand and long beach and the chance to experiance something more. This is a great beach, full of memories to be had.
Written January 5, 2020
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Marvin R
Cicero, NY12 contributions
Feb 2020
This beach goes on for miles around the Bandaras Bay. We've stayed at Vidanta and father north, at Flamingos, just south of Bucerias. Most of this area is adjoined by three to six story hotels and residences. But there is lots of room to walk, especially when the tide is out. There is a constant parade of swimmers, sunners, walkers and water sporters. There are many little botique massage and food places along the way. We've walked beaches on seven continents and this is one of the best.
Written February 25, 2020
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Discover402360
New Mexico1 contribution
Mar 2020 • Friends
I love the beach close to El Tigre beach club
And Hard Rock Cafe it is easy to walk and
Most of the people around are nice educated
People. People selling souvenirs are also not
Pushy. Love to relax there
And Hard Rock Cafe it is easy to walk and
Most of the people around are nice educated
People. People selling souvenirs are also not
Pushy. Love to relax there
Written April 15, 2020
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Jane123252
Grand Haven, MI222 contributions
Apr 2021
The Nuevo Beach is why we go to Nuevo Vallarta rather than Puerto Vallarta.
The water is shallower closer to the beach, which makes it perfect for swimming, catching waves with boogie boards, or just wading out. The water was like bath water warm in April. Boogie boards can be purchased at the Paradise Village grocery store in the mall by Starbucks. Resorts aren't loaning them out because of Covid.
You can walk a long way in firm sand by the water. Most resorts have a tiki hut with chairs for each person/party. The water on the north side of channel is cleaner usually than the Vidante side because the river flows over to the south most often. But both sides are great!
The water is shallower closer to the beach, which makes it perfect for swimming, catching waves with boogie boards, or just wading out. The water was like bath water warm in April. Boogie boards can be purchased at the Paradise Village grocery store in the mall by Starbucks. Resorts aren't loaning them out because of Covid.
You can walk a long way in firm sand by the water. Most resorts have a tiki hut with chairs for each person/party. The water on the north side of channel is cleaner usually than the Vidante side because the river flows over to the south most often. But both sides are great!
Written April 29, 2021
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Melissa
Moravia, Costa Rica6 contributions
Buenas .. Quiero saber en qué parte exactamente se encuentran las letras que dicen Riviera de Nayarith.
adolfo s
Guadalajara Metropolitan Area, Mexico14 contributions
Hola buenas tardes que hotel tiene playas sin piedras y casi sin olas.Gracias de antemano
Stella E
Argentina175 contributions
hola!! Me gustaría( luego de esta pandemia) poder visitar playas en un all inclusive en Riviera Nayarit. En Nuevo Vallarta. Pero quisiera que me informen si las aguas del mar son tan cálidas como las de Caribe, por ejemplo en Cancún. Gracias!
OnAir13660
San Luis Potosi, Mexico19 contributions
Espero que pronto se pueda saber cuándo estarán abiertos los hoteles Marival tengo casi 25 años visitándolos en donde cada año disfruto de las magníficas instalaciones y las atenciones de todo el personal, me urge saber si voy a tener las vacaciones que cada año espero con ansias poder saludar a mis amigos Marival y a mi hermano Reggie como cada año.
Freezinginottawa
14 contributions
Can you rent chairs on beach if your not at a nearby hotel
Colin B
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico28 contributions
Not to my knowledge, sorry.
MartinBrowning
Colchester, UK7 contributions
How much do I need in travel money
Julia C
Newport, OR266 contributions
Not to much, credit cards are accepted everywhere.
Vix24579
Manchester, UK9 contributions
What water sports are available please? Any jet skis or water skiing?
Pat C
Grosse Pointe Park, MI206 contributions
On the beach there are jetski, parasailing and fishing charter operators that hang out with their toys and people of all ages enjoy rentals and adventures.
Water skiing in the afternoon would be difficult due to the typical onshore breezes causing small choppy waves on top of the gentle ground swell waves. I don't think I have seen more than a few water skiers, probably starting from within the marina or houses on connecting canals.
At the marina, other adventure operations offer various trips into and around the Bay of Banderas.
ScoutToronto
Toronto24 contributions
Hi Fellow Travellers,
We leave for Mexico next week (March 26, 2019). We were originally going to stay in Sayulita with our three kids (10, 12 &14), but have walked away from our fairly expensive booking based on the current sewage issue and worries about sickness. I'm not sure if it was the right decision, but we get very little time off and the overwhelming number of posts regarding Sayulita's current issues really scared me. So...this trip has suddenly become a lot more expensive than originally budgeted for. My questions:
1. There wasn't a lot of options in our price range for last minute accommodation for a family of 5. We have tentative booked Paradise Village. Any suggestions with regard to which tower we should request? Any tips at all with regard to this place?
2. My older kids are keen to spend much of day bodysurfing. Is the beach in front of Paradise Village decent for that. Are there other beaches nearby that you'd recommend? They're strong swimmers, but I worry about undertows and rips.
3. I was hoping to do a day trip to the Marietas with Chicca Locca tours. Now that we're losing so much money, we are likely not able to do. On Viator, daily adult rates are $136 each. Does anyone know if it's cheaper to book once we arrive?
4. Thanks very much. SUCH an admittedly first world problem and I appreciate everyone's time and thoughts.
Tara
Kessa Raskob
Hamilton, Canada8 contributions
Hi,
I am not familiar with that place so I cannot answer you based on that unfortunately. I stayed in the hard rock resort and it was absolutely amazing with boogie boards to rent for free as well as paddle boards and kayaks if you think your kids would be into that! The beach is amazing, there will be flags to alert you of the safety of swimming with green being perfectly fine, yellow slightly wavy and red very wavy. I personally am a lifeguard so I found no issue swimming out with my brother on a red flag day but there definitely is a current. On the marietas I have heard that although it’s beautiful some people are not satisfied as if the tide is high the beach will almost completely be gone. I recommend rhythms of the night (savia), or even whale watching was amazing. Also, las caletas is beautiful for a day trip with crystal clear water. It may be cheaper when you get to the resort or they may try to offer you to listen to a presentation to get an excursion for free. No problem!! :)
JoAnthony
Hertfordshire england156 contributions
Are mosquitos a big problem in the Nueovo vallarta area. They don’t bother me but my husband gets bitten.
We are going mid January
Spring_Sunshine
Vancouver, Canada75 contributions
I don't think it is a major issue at all. I can't say there is none, though. Better taking after-bite stuff in case :)
Bonjour Luc, Que voudriez-vous savoir à propos de cet endroit ou cette activité?
Gracias por la pregunta, pero te cuento que ya fui a conocer y todo de maravilla, gracias y saludos !!
Nuevo Vallarta Beach - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Nuevo Vallarta Beach
- We recommend booking Nuevo Vallarta Beach tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 13 Nuevo Vallarta Beach tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Nuevo Vallarta Beach:
- Yelapa & Majahuitas Snorkeling Tour from Puerto Vallarta (From $99.00)
- Puerto Vallarta Cruise and Candlelight Dinner Show (From $159.00)
- Las Caletas Day Tour from Puerto Vallarta with Lunch and Open Bar (From $149.00)
- Puerto Vallarta Outdoor Adventure Zip Line and Speedboat Ride (From $129.00)
- All Terrain Safari from Puerto Vallarta (From $399.00)
- Hotels near Nuevo Vallarta Beach:
- (0.03 mi) Delcanto by the Beach Five Star Condominium Complex
- (0.03 mi) Luxury Ocean front condo with marine view Nuevo Vallarta
- (0.11 mi) Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta
- (0.12 mi) Wyndham Alltra Riviera Nayarit, All Inclusive Resort
- (0.07 mi) Condo Taheima
- Restaurants near Nuevo Vallarta Beach:
- (0.00 mi) Casa Bella Restaurant
- (0.00 mi) Sen Lin Restaurant
- (0.00 mi) Selva del Mar Restaurant
- (0.05 mi) Buonissimo Gelato Cafe Snacks
- (0.12 mi) Tropicalito
- Attractions near Nuevo Vallarta Beach:
- (0.00 mi) BIOCEAN Wildlife Encounters
- (0.00 mi) Pacha nightclub
- (0.00 mi) Renova Spa
- (0.00 mi) Mangrove Wildlife and Ecology Cruise
- (0.08 mi) Riviera Farmers Market