Beginning just south of Zona Romantica is the beautiful South Shore of Puerto Vallarta featuring some of the best beaches in Puerto Vallarta.
Amapas and Upper Conchas Chinas and Lower Conchas Chinas are at the north end of the South Shore. This area is often referred to as the Beverly Hills of Puerto Vallarta. As you travel through the winding roads that lead to expansive hillside vistas it all becomes clear. Amapas and Conchas Chinas are home to condos and villas that span from chic luxury to quaint and traditional.
Travelling further south out of Conchas Chinas are the many beachfront properties of the South Shore, and the pristine beaches for which it has become both sought after and famous. Beginning south of Conchas Chinas Beach you will find the beaches of Estacas, Los Venados, Punta Negra, Palmares, Garza Blanca and Gemelas. All of these are worthy to spend a day, and more!
The southern point of the South Shore is Mismaloya, a quaint fishing village home to magnificent villas and condos with stunning ocean and mountain views. The beach is dotted with family run restaurants where you will find affordable and delicious meals and the specialty is the Catch of The Day Zarandeado Style.
South of Mismaloya is Boca de Tomatlan, or Boca, as it is commonly referred to by the locals. to. From Boca you can take a panga to one of the beautiful beaches only 10 minutes away and accessible only by boat. Spent the day in one of the amazing beach clubs, a great one we all love is Anima. Get your day bed with umbrella at no extra cost and enjoy excellent food and friendly service.
Just outside of Boca you will find Los Veranos Canopy Tour, where you can experience amazing ziplining trips across the gorge. A bit further south is the Vallarta Botanical Gardens featuring different conservatories, hiking trails, the river, and the restaurant Hacienda de Oro, perched at the top of the property and serving delicious meals.
