SCUBA DIVING

The Pacific waters along the coast of Nayarit offer sanctuary to a great profusion of sea life - and snorkeling is a fun-filled experience that your entire family will enjoy! A variety of popular snorkeling trips combine an extraordinary day of sun, fun, and adventure with just the right mixture of entertainment, learning and challenge.

In Riviera Nayarit you?ll find clear waters where you can go diving and observe such species as manta rays, dolphins, Olive Ridley sea turtles, tropical fish, and from November through April you can spy humpback whales.

Punta Mita ? Located on the northern end of the Banderas Bay, more than 40 km (25 mi) north of the Puerto Vallarta airport. This spot has a wide variety of marine life, including black coral formations, turtles, lobsters, sailfish and many other species, making it the ideal place to scuba dive and snorkel.

El Anclote ? Located slightly more than 30 km (19 mi) north of the Puerto Vallarta International Airport, near Punta Mita. Here you can go scuba diving while observing coral reefs that surround a natural pier. You?ll also see such species as turtles and manta rays.

Islas Marietas ? Located 10 km (6 mi) from Punta Mita, on the Banderas Bay. The waters off these islands offer a wide array of underwater scenery. You?ll see turtle habitats, dolphins, giant manta rays and spectacular humpback whales. The rock formations form reefs in waters that are so clear that you?ll have visibility at a depth of 10 meters (33 feet).

Bucerias ? Located 19 km (12 mi) north of the Puerto Vallarta International Airport. This is considered the perfect spot to scuba dive, thanks to the abundant marine fauna and scuba rentals you?ll find here.

Destiladeras ? Lies 30 km (19 mi) north of the Puerto Vallarta International Airport. At this beach you can check out the tide pools and go scuba diving to observe a wide assortment of colorful tropical fish.

Sayulita ? Lies 26 km (16 mi) northwest of Riviera Nayarit along Highway 200, about 45 minutes from the Puerto Vallarta International Airport. This is a great place to scuba dive while observing the marine fauna that inhabits the rock formations.