Nayarit, on the Pacific Coast of Mexico, is bordered by the states Sinaloa to the north, Durango to the north-east and Jalisco to the south and east. Its largely undeveloped coastline is fabulous for surf and holds natural treasures of lagoons and mangroves teeming with wildlife, making it a prime spot for birdwatching expeditions..
* Punta de Mita
* San Blas
* Sayulita
* Surfing on the Coast of Nayarit
* Rincon de Guayabitos
Tepic, Capital of Nayarit
Tepic is the capital of the state and is situated inland on the Tepic River, with the extinct Sanganguey volcano and crater lake nearby. Located approximately 225 kilometers north-west of Guadalajara, Tepic is the primary urban center of this rich agricultural region; major crops include tobacco and citrus.
What to see in the City of Tepic:
The 19th Century Palacio de Gobierno – Government Palace – with a neo-classical portal
Cathedral of the Purisima Concepcion de Maria – this structure was built in the 18th C.
The 16th C. Temple of the Cruz de Zacate was originally a Franciscan convent; today it houses the State Ministry of Tourism.
The Amado Nervo Museum displays photos and texts of poet Amado Nervo, who was born in this house in 1870.
The Regional Museum of Anthropology and History offers archaeological exhibits and the ethnography of the Cora and Huichol indians
In the Casa de la Cultura (House of the Culture) one can view murals by Mexican artist Jose Meza as well as other periodic cultural and artistic exhibits
Other Areas of Interest in the State:
Santiago Ixcuintla and Mexcaltitan Island – Mexcaltitan is a small island with a circumference of less than a mile, floating in the swampy lowlands and mangroves of the state of Nayarit. It has been thought that it is the Aztlan of the Aztecs, their home city and birthplace from whence they set out to on their pilgrimage that led them to the founding of Tenochtitlan. This island is accessible by boat from Batanga, which is the dock area located near Santiago Ixcuintla. Buses are available from Santiago.
Laguna de Santa Maria del Oro – Near the town of Santa María del Oro, 50 km S.E of Tepic, is a crater lake of the same name surrounded by pine trees and subtropical vegetation, which is a birdwatching haven as well as a spot enjoyed by locals and visitors for swimming, fishing and a variety of water sports. The lake is said to be one of the deepest in Mexico. Small lakeside restaurants serve fish and seafood including the regional specialty, chicarron de pescado.
Bird List for Santa Maria del Oro Lagoon
Nuevo Vallarta
Just north of Puerto Vallarta lies the state line between the states of Jalisco and Nayarit, as well as the time change delineation between the Central and Mountain time zones. Here, a mere 8 miles north of Puerto Vallarta itself, is the community of Nuevo Vallarta. As its name suggests, it is new – consisting of a large developing residential area, a marina, a number of excellent hotels, a golf course and other recreational facilities and close to three miles of beach.
Accommodations
 Nuevo Vallartla Marina |
 Fisherman at La Cruz |
Bucerías and La Cruz de Huanacaxtle
Another 4 miles northward lies the town of Bucerías, with one of the favorite beaches on the bay. Simple, palapa-roofed restaurants offer fresh seafood dishes. There are surf shops and fishing boat charters as well as a number of small businesses and hotels to choose from.
Further along the road toward Punta de Mita is the small fishing village of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, with its beaches delineated by stone jetties, large trees shading the streets below and a number of small shops offering crafts and souvenirs.
Hotels in Bucerias (online reservations)
Rincón de Guayabitos, Nayarit
The planned beachside community of Rincón de Guayabitos is located 85 km S.E. of Tepic on the Nayarit Pacific Coast. Its protected bay offers small, easy-to-manoeuvre waves and stretches of fine, soft sand.
Beaches of the area include El Beso, Playa los Ayala, Playa del Toro, Chacala and Freideras.
Every February, Rincón de Guayabitos is host to a Sailfish Tournament, but the fishing is excellent year-round. Wind surfing, boating and kayaking are other popular sports available in the area.
Accommodations
Hotels in Rincon de Guayabitos, Mexico
Villas Buena Vida – oceanfront rooms and suites in Rincon de Guayabitos with kitchens, terraces, wheelchair accessibility, pool. Retorno Laureles #2 , Apdo Postal #62, Rincon de Guayabitos 63727, Nayarit. Tel. 327-274-0231, Fax: 327-274-0756.
Bungalows El Delfin – Retorno Ceiba y Cocoteros Apdo. Postal 12, Rincón de Guayabitos 63727 Nayarit. Kitchenettes, parking, pool. Tel. 327-274-0385.
Paraiso del Pescador – Retorno Ceibas s/n, Rincon de Guayabitos. Tel. 327-274-0014. Bungalows, rooms and suites. Kitchenettes, pool, A/C, TV.
Hotel Casablanca – Retorno Jacarandas s/n Rincón de Guayabitos Nay. Tel. 327-406-3227. 46 suites, 1 & 2 bedrooms, bay views
Posada Real Hotel & Bungalows – Av. Sol Nuevo y Huanacaxtle, Rincon de Guayabitos, Nayarit. Tel. 327-274-0177. Pool, parking, restaurant.
Originally posted 2009-08-14 16:53:29.
