Mismaloya is one of the most scenic coastal destinations near Puerto Vallarta, located along the lush South Shore of Banderas Bay. Surrounded by tropical jungle, emerald-green mountains, and calm Pacific waters, Mismaloya offers a peaceful escape from the busy beaches closer to downtown Puerto Vallarta. The area became internationally famous after the filming of The Night of the Iguana, helping introduce Puerto Vallarta to global tourism decades ago. Today, visitors travel to Mismaloya for snorkeling, paddleboarding, jungle scenery, beachfront dining, and boat tours to nearby Los Arcos Marine Park. Fishing boats and water taxis line the shoreline while oceanfront restaurants serve fresh seafood beside the water. The combination of tropical landscapes, calm beaches, and outdoor adventure makes Mismaloya one of the most beautiful destinations along Puerto Vallarta’s South Shore.
Explore the crystal-clear waters surrounding Los Arcos, one of Puerto Vallarta’s most famous snorkeling and diving destinations located just offshore from Mismaloya.
Spend the day surrounded by tropical mountains, swaying palm trees, calm beaches, and lush coastal scenery along Puerto Vallarta’s South Shore.
Water taxis and private boat charters depart from Mismaloya for hidden beaches, snorkeling excursions, whale watching, and coastal adventures south of Puerto Vallarta.
Dine beside the water at beachfront restaurants serving fresh seafood, tropical cocktails, ceviche, and local specialties overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
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From lush jungle-covered mountains and calm Pacific waters to snorkeling excursions near Los Arcos and colorful beachfront palapas, Mismaloya offers one of the most scenic coastal escapes near Puerto Vallarta.
Oceanfront Experiences
Mismaloya offers relaxed beachfront dining with fresh seafood, oceanfront palapas, tropical cocktails, ceviche, and scenic restaurants overlooking the calm waters and jungle-covered coastline of Puerto Vallarta’s South Shore.
Coastal Flavors
Mismaloya offers relaxed beachfront dining with fresh seafood, oceanfront palapas, tropical cocktails, ceviche, and scenic restaurants overlooking the calm waters and jungle-covered coastline of Puerto Vallarta’s South Shore.
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