Activities

THINGS TO DO IN & AROUND JALTEMBA BAY IN RIVIERA NAYARIT

     Whether you're someone who is looking for adventure and excitement or looking for an authentic Mexican atmosphere, Jaltemba Bay in the Riviera Nayarit has it all.   A retirement or second home here brings you right to the middle of life in Mexico.

     Our communities have activities and adventures to suit almost everyone.  In and around our area (within an hour or two) enjoy the blue Pacific ocean with water sports, sport & surf fishing, sailing, kayaking, snorkeling, SCUBA diving, surfing, boogie-boarding, aqua aerobics and of course, swimming. If you prefer to participate in activities on dry land, there is golf, tennis, horseback riding, beach volleyball, yoga and aerobics.

If you are someone who enjoys a more "natural" adventure, there is a vast diversity of flora and fauna to explore, as well as turtle releases, hiking, whale & dolphin watching, the monarch butterfly migration, Alta Vista petroglyphs, hot springs and jungle & mangrove tours. Miles of beautiful beaches abound where one can go beachcombing, take a hike, go horseback riding, take a boat ride exploring the coastline, rent a kayak or just perfect the age-old art of "beach-bummery." Or, simply relax!

     When the sun goes down the village night life begins. Jaltemba Bay and surrounds have some of the best restaurants in the area, whether local Mexican fare or world class international fare.   The fruits, vegetables, meat, fish and seafood here are the freshest and cooked to perfection.

As well you will find numerous tours offered by local, experienced and knowledgeable guides including trips to the towns of Tequila (yes, where it is made!), Magdelena (for Mexican fire opals), historic centers of Tepic and Guadalajara, craft centers of Tonala and Talaquepaque. Puerto Vallarta is near by. Visit the ruins of San Blas or explore ancient Aztec civilization in Mexcaltitan and the Huichol village in the Sierra Madre.

Improve your Spanish with local classes. Pamper yourself with a visit to one of the local spas.  Volunteer with our local, national and international community service organizations.

     There are endless possibilities to keep you engaged or simply relax.