Punta de Mita looks small on the map, but there's enough to fill a week. These are the things we actually recommend to friends.
On the water
- Surf La Lancha — a jungle-trail walk to one of the friendliest waves in the bay.
- Take your first surf lesson at El Anclote, right in front of town.
- Boat out to the Marietas Islands for snorkeling and birdlife.
- Whale watching from December to March, when humpbacks arrive in Banderas Bay.
- Sportfishing with local captains from the Punta de Mita pier.
- A surf trip by panga to breaks you can't reach by land.
On land
- Ride a scooter to Sayulita for tacos and shopping.
- Explore San Pancho's quiet beach and sunsets.
- Find quiet sand at Careyeros and Litibú.
- Eat fresh seafood on the beach in Punta de Mita.
- Watch sunset from El Anclote with a cold drink.
- Visit the village of Higuera Blanca on the way north.
- Cruise town in a golf cart for dinner.
- Try a different taco stand every night.
- Do nothing in a hammock — it counts.
Combine them
Our combos pair a scooter with an activity: Surf & Ride (72 h of scooter + a 2 h private surf lesson), Wave Hunter (24 h scooter + panga surf trip) and Whales & Ride (48 h scooter + Marietas boat trip).
Quick answers
- What is Punta de Mita known for?
- Surfing, calm bay water, the Marietas Islands, whale watching in winter and easy access to Sayulita and San Pancho.
- When is whale season in Punta de Mita?
- Humpback whales visit Banderas Bay roughly from December to March.
- How many days do I need in Punta de Mita?
- Three to five days lets you surf, take a boat trip and visit Sayulita and San Pancho at a relaxed pace.
Ride Punta de Mita like a local
Scooter rentals under 3 days: no deposit — pay in cash (USD or MXN) at pick-up. Rentals of 3 days or more, combos, tours and airport transfers: a 20% deposit via Wise confirms your booking; the balance is paid in cash at pick-up.
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