Sayulita, Nayarit
Sayulita is located north of Banderas Bay on the coast of Nayarit, only 22 miles (45 minutes) from Puerto Vallarta along the coastal highway. It is a picturesque fishing village that has become known for its surf and snorkeling beaches and an old-Mexico atmosphere. Sayulita is surrounded by coconut palms and semi-tropical jungle vegetation. The rainy season from June to October brings refreshing rainfall and often thundering surf.
The town is small and basic, with burros and chickens in the dirt or cobbled streets and fishermen launching their boats or nets along the shoreline. There are a number of simple restaurants offering fresh seafood specialities as well as international fare.
Sayulita beach
In Sayulita the surfboard is seen everywhere – on the waves (where it should be), being transported on car roofracks or under the arms and on the heads of many of surfer strolling off to in hopes of catching a good ride – as well as the brilliantly painted remnants of broken or retired boards stuck into the sand or hung over doorways as signs. Boogie boarding, kayaking and snorkeling are also popular in the area, and the village offers horseback riding tours as well as whale watching and fishing excursions.
Recently a number of yoga retreats and instructional facilities have sprung up in the Sayulita area, making it a perfect getaway where nature and a laid-back environment conspire to provide a fully relaxing and rejuvenating spiritual haven.
Surfing in Nayarit.
Restaurants
Choco Banana – right on Sayulita’s square. Great breakfasts.
Don Pedro’s – Another large palapa overlooking the beach. Mediterranean-style/Mexican fusion cuisine. Also offers a Tapas bar and beach patio. Calle Marlin #2, Tel. (329) 291 3090
El Thai Bar & Grill – Thai (of course) cuisine. Next to Trailer Park, corner of Del Palmar and Miramar. Tel. (329) 291-3628. Touted as “Bohemian Style Thai Food in Sayulita, Mexico” – Good reviews. Closed Mondays.
El Punto Restaurant & Sports Bar: Mayan cuisine. Located just north of the Sayulita bridge
Iguana Azul Restaurant: Calle Marlin. Tel. (329) 291-2001. Crispy-fresh produce & salads, homemade sandwiches, laid-back atmosphere. Bar.
La Biciclette – French/Mexican cuisine, located to the north of the Trailer Park. Home baked bread. Open during the winter season.
Macondo Italian Restaurant and Bar – Italian cuisine. Tel. (329) 291-3073. Email for information
Margarita’s Restaurant/Bar – large palapa located on the beach, offering seafood and Mexican dishes. Open approx. 10am to 10pm. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Raintree Restaurant & Galeria – Revolucion #21, next to bridge. (329) 291-3523. Elegant dining, Mexican fusion specialties, bar and art gallery.
Rollie’s – Open only for breakfast. Home cooking, offering waffles, pancakes, fruit and eggs. On Av. Revolucion #58.
SeaFood Tiger – Located near the town square
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Originally posted 2009-08-14 17:41:06.
