Punta de Mita is one of Mexico's ultra-exclusive resort areas, and now considered the top destination worldwide for North Americans to enjoy luxury vacations, prestigious home ownership, and retirement in paradise. The peninsula is home to the most exclusive brands of hotels and resorts, with the level of service leaving nothing to desire.
Located on a private peninsula with breath taking views in almost any direction, Punta de Mita reaches out into the Pacific Ocean at the north end of the Bay of Banderas, and is approximately 45 minutes drive from the International airport located in Puerto Vallarta.
Everyone can enjoy the exquisite Playa El Anclote, a small, typical Mexican beach and fishing village with many restaurants from simple and delicious homemade Mexican fare to absolutely exquisite dining experiences.
Palapas and lounges along the beach are available for complete relaxation and soaking up the sun, as well as private beach clubs to serve your every need.
You can clearly see the nearby protected marine park, Las Marietas Islands, with an incredible array of tropical fish and birds. Easily accessed by boat, the very adventurous may rent a kayak, or you can step on to a luxurious catamaran complete with snorkeling gear to explore the area.
One favorite of many visitors is to hire a local fishing panga with a guide to take you out to the Islands or even whale watching in season (Nov-Mar).
While adventuring along the shore lines by foot or by boat, you will see some of the most desired surfing spots on the Pacific coast, attracting international tournaments yearly.
The ultimate experience is to take a chartered yacht out for a once in a lifetime sport fishing experience as you venture into the big game fish areas to tackle abundant Marlin and Sailfish that run in the currents offshore.
Land based activities abound, including horseback riding along the 25 miles of beaches surrounding the peninsula, and possibly into the surrounding Sierra Madre jungle canopy.
Of course no description of Punta de Mita would be complete without highlighting some of the most incredible and challenging golf destinations anywhere.
The two beautiful courses located inside the ultra private Punta Mita residential community, designed by the renowned Jack Nicklaus, elevated the quality of golf in the Bay to the level of international distinction.
In addition local and visiting golfers alike are eagerly anticipating the grand opening of the new Greg Norman designed course at the emerging and exclusive Litibu resort community.
From Mita, as the locals call the area, you can also enjoy easy access to the vibrant and colorful colonial port town of Puerto Vallarta whenever you desire to get that taste of ‘real mexico’ many visitors hope to encounter.