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Bahía de Banderas

Bahía de Banderas
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Type of Attraction
Sports & Recreation, Outlying Areas, Wilderness, Mountains, Trails
Neighborhood
Coast/Beach
Interests That Apply
Outdoors, Photography, Sports & Recreation
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Price: Free
Free to visit the beaches. Cruise prices vary.
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Partial
Mobility Obstacles: Dirt/off-road walking Waterways
Notes:
Water/Drinks: Available at attraction or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Dinner Lunch Breakfast
Restrooms: Available
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Bahía de Banderas

Banderas Bay

The Bay Area


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Address: Phone:
20 mile stretch from Cabo Corrientes to Punta de Mita
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco 48380
+52 329 297 0018 (Nayarit's tourist info. office)

Description

Bahía de Banderas, or Banderas Bay, is one of the largest bays in the Americas, winter home to the humpback whale, year-round habitat of bottlenose dolphins and giant manta rays, and an egg-laying area for a number of marine turtle species. The Sierra Madre Mountains reach the water at some points creating coves and beaches along much of the coastline. From Cabo Corrientes in the south to Punta de Mita in the north, the bay area is home to some of the friendliest people in Mexico. Tourism continues to be the driving industry, with growing universities and a flourishing real estate market. The region is outstanding in the variety of natural habitats, including jungle, soft sandy beaches, mountain pine forests, estuaries, rivers, and fertile river valleys.


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Times & Dates

Open Hours: 24 hrs, daily
Notes: Business hours vary.
Visit Time: Full day(8hr)-2 days
Best Time to Visit: November through April
Why Best: Weather is most pleasant.
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: Cruise ships offer Bahía de Banderas on the itinerary with disembarking in the international port of Puerto Vallarta. Excursions into the surrounding region are available on board.
Price: Free
Price Notes: Free to visit the beaches. Cruise prices vary.

Exposure

Outdoor with some covering. Notes: Boat excursions into the bay usually have at least partial covering. Wear sun block at all times for protection.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this attraction: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this attraction: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bus Ferry/Boat
Notes: The region is served by the busy international airport in Puerto Vallarta with transportation to all points along the bay.
Parking Availability: Yes


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