One of the best parts about visiting or living in Puerto Vallarta is the easy access to a wide variety of outdoor sports and activities to enjoy. With great weather year round, sports fanatics and fitness lovers will appreciate the ability to get outside and enjoy the sports they prefer.
What kind of outdoor activities do you enjoy most? In Puerto Vallarta, residents and visitors enjoy kayaking, golf, fishing, scuba diving, kite surfing, and sailing among others. Are you a Garza Blanca beachfront residence homeowner or hope to be one day? If so, read below to learn more about our top picks for the best outdoor sport activities to enjoy in Puerto Vallarta all year long.
Kayaking
Have you ever tried kayaking? This sport is perfect for everyone whether you are a beginner or a seasoned athlete.
You simply need a kayak, paddle and you are off! Bring along a friend or choose a single kayak and take some time for yourself. At Garza Blanca, you can enjoy kayaking right off the private beach in front of the resort.
Remember to put on sunscreen, bring along a hat and grab your kayak. Head to the beach and put your kayak in the shallow water and sit inside and start paddling away. You may have to get through a few bumps along the way as you navigate incoming waves. However, once you pass the wave breaks you can enjoy a peaceful and inspiring experience kayaking in the beautiful Banderas Bay.
Keep your eyes peeled for the vibrant marine life that inhabits the area. You can expect to see colorful fish, turtles, dolphins and numerous bird species. Kayaking is without a doubt one of the top outdoor sports to enjoy in Puerto Vallarta.
Golf
Do you have a golf lover in the family? If so, there is no better place to enjoy this favorite pastime than in Puerto Vallarta. There are many golf courses to choose from in Banderas Bay, and many have been designed by golf greats including Jack Nicklaus and Greg Norman.
Whether you prefer to enjoy ocean views or jungle greenery, it will be easy to find a golf course where you can spend a day enjoying this relaxing yet exciting hobby. Not sure which course to try first? Golf fanatics recommend the Marina Vallarta Golf Course (keep your eyes peeled for meandering crocodiles who inhabit the area), El Tigre Golf Course in Nuevo Vallarta, Vista Vallarta Club de Golf, and the Pacific Golf Course in Punta Mita.
Make sure to schedule your tee times ahead of time as spots fill up quickly.
Fishing
The Banderas Bay is a great spot for fishing. It is easy to arrange a local fishing tour with one of numerous companies who offer services for tourists and residents to spend a day fishing out on the water.
Make sure to bring along your sunscreen and a hat and get ready to fish! If you live or are staying at Garza Blanca, you can even bring back your fresh catch of the day and have their talented chefs cook up your fish just how you like it. You can’t get any fresher than that!
Scuba Diving
Many people did not know that Puerto Vallarta has great scuba diving spots. In fact, Puerto Vallarta is actually one of the main diving destinations along Mexico’s Pacific Coast.
However, most of the most desirable dive sites are quite a distance from the coast and require some travel time in a small motorized speed boat to reach the diving locations. In general, currents in Banderas Bay are typically mild and work great for beginners who want to take a diving course.
More advanced divers will enjoy diving near the offshore islands where currents are heavier, but you can expect to see more marine life and better scenery. Some of the best dive sites are situated within the Banderas Bay area, while the other locations are found near offshore islands including Los Arcos and the Marietas Islands.
Divers can expect to see incredible underwater scenery including colorful coral reefs, caves, tunnels, rock formations and tons of marine life.
Kitesurfing & Sailing
Last but not least, Kitesurfing and Sailing are our final picks for the best sports to enjoy in Puerto Vallarta. If you are unfamiliar with kitesurfing, you can take a 8-10 class course in about a week or to learn the basics and get you familiar with the equipment.
Before you know it, you will be out on the water enjoying the feeling of flying as your kite carries you across Banderas Bay enjoying the great views and sense of freedom. The best time to kitesurf in Banderas Bay is during February through June when the wind gusts are at their best.
If sailing is more your speed, there are numerous sailing charters available that make for a perfect day with friends and family. You can even take courses if you want to learn sailing for yourself, or sit back and relax and enjoy the great views as you cruise through the bay.
As you can see, there is so much to enjoy when it comes to outdoor sports in Puerto Vallarta. Garza Blanca residents listen up! With an ideal location that allows convenient access to endless outdoor activities, there simply is no better place to live. Try as many Puerto Vallarta outdoor activities as you can, and let us know which was your favorite and why.