Sayulita Surfer Town: Explore Iconic Rivera Nayarit and Taste Authentic Zarandeado Cuisine

Immerse yourself in the magic of Sayulita, an iconic surfer town on the Rivera Nayarit. Discover its vibrant culture, breathtaking nature, and savor the delicious Zarandeado cuisine.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Sayulita - Take in sweeping views of Bahia de Banderas. We will get started by stopping at the local roadside market to taste tropical fruit, Mexican sweets and much more. We will head to Sayulita, the eclectic, bohemian community where people love to surf and relax. In Sayulita you will enjoy a walking tour and some free time for shopping. Our next stop will be at playa Patzcuaritos where you will enjoy the beauty of the sea and the mountains. You will savor the culinary of our unique recipe of zarandeado fish and shrimp grilling. This popular dish originated in Nayarit. An authentic experience where time stands still and all that remains is enjoying the natural beauty of the Pacific coast.
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Snacks
Additional Information

This venture invites you to experience the distinctive charm of Sayulita, an emblematic town within the Rivera Nayarit, situated in the Bahia de Banderas municipality. Sayulita boasts a magical and vibrant atmosphere, inspiring you to immerse in the beauty of the outdoors; whether it’s in the ocean, the hills, by foot, horseback, or through vehicular exploration. Recognized as a favoured haven for surfers, Sayulita is a buzzing tourism hotspot. I’ll also get to share my passion for barbecue with you by making a signature Zarandeado dish. Zarandeado, Nayarit’s cornerstone dish, is a delightfully marinated fish topped with a wonderful concoction of chili paste and diverse spices and is served alongside skewered shrimp. Come partake in the aesthetic wonder and vibrant multicultural aura of Sayulita.

Location
Starbucks- Marina Vallarta
Avenida Paseo de la Marina
MEETING POINT WILL BE AT STARBUCKS MARINA VALLARTA AREA OR STARBUCKS PLAZA FLAMINGOS IN BUCERIAS AREA... GUIDE WILL BE WEARING A LIGHT BLUE POLO SHIRT AND ARMY GREEN PANTS.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Tiago_p
Jun 24, 2024
Best time in Mexico - It's hard to put into words how amazing this was. We were in Puerto Vallarta for my wife's Birthday trip and had Tony picking us up to the Sayulita day. He's an amazing person, genuinely taking care of us and telling us everything about the places we went to. Besides all of that he's also a great cook, and tasting the Mexican flavors by the sea on a beach barely touched by people was fantastic. I can't wait to have the chance to go back and of course, I highly recommend Tony.
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Craigma7129sd
Jun 5, 2024
Amazing Experience with a Top Tier Guide in a Beautiful Area of Mexico - This was an absolutely amazing experience. My wife suggested this tour based on the previous written reviews and a YouTube review and it far exceeded our expectations. Antonio is a fantastic guide that explained the history, culture, and traditions of this region. The small group setting (5 total) makes this a mostly private tour at an exceptional price. The Patzcuaritos beach was incredible and the Zarandeado meal was our favorite meal on the entire vacation. We had a great time during our entire week in Mexico but this day spent with Antonio ranks number one for most enjoyable experience.
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692abidr
Jun 3, 2024
What an amazing experience - Tony was so super knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. We did this tour with our 3.5 year old and he made sure we all felt comfortable and unrushed. The only thing better than him was him food 😉. Will recommend him to any and all!
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Johndoe72710
May 10, 2024
THE BEST EXCURSION HANDS DOWN! - Truly I cannot express just how special this day trip is. Every little thing was magical! From the moment we met up with Jose Antonio & Yahir, we were made to feel special in every way. These awesome gents are so cool, engaging, knowledgeable, and just a total joy to spend the day with. We were taken to a funky, roadside farm stand for some candy tasting & little shopping, then off to the surfer town of Sayulita. After just a few hours there I can see why so many people want to permanently stay. It's so funky, hippy, old-school... We spent time at the hippy & local artisan market, had a shot (or 2) at Luna's Cafe, explored the town, and just enjoyed the good vibes of the locals. From here, we went to our very own secluded beach outside of town, and through, what felt like the jungle of coastal Mexico, we hiked a short distance to the most magical spot where we had private massages and our own, little camp spot for the day. JA & Yahir grilled us up the most incredible, traditionally prepared snapper, shrimp skewers, rice, beans, appetizers, cold drinks and so much more! I cannot brag about this trip enough! Oh, and did I mention the sweetest beach dog in the whole world? What a special little treat for a group of animal lovers! This day trip is a must-do when visiting PV and Sayulita. Thank you so much, Jose Antonio for making our day so very special.
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Teri_r
May 10, 2024
Best Tour Ever! - I have been struggling to write this review as it is that good! I think this is the best tour in PV. I would give it 10 stars if I could. Jose Antonio Garcia Rivas and Yahir and just the best! From the beginning to the end, every detail was thoughtful and special. We were taken to a small roadside farm stand for a little shopping, then off to Sayulita for a couple of hours of exploring this awesome little community, shopping at the hippy market and artisan market. I can see why so many people come here and never return home. It's that special. We stopped off at Luna's Cafe and had a couple of tequila shots and then we headed out to Playa Patzcuarito. This was like stepping into a private paradise. There are just not enough !!! to describe how awesome this beach is. While here, JA arranged for us to have private massages on the beach while he & Yahir cooked us up the BEST traditional styled seafood, shrimp skewers, peppers, guacamole, rice & beans. Everything was prepared to perfection! We sat in cozy outdoor rockers with a nice, big sunshade to keep us cool. Oh and while we were enjoying our time at the beach we even had our very own beach dog that hung out with us. She was awesome! You can't plan this sort of special detail for a group of animal lovers. That was the cherry on top for us! Again, I cannot express enough just how special this tour is. If I should ever return to PV I will take this tour again. Thank you so much to Jose Antonio & Yahir. You both made this a truly magical experience!
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Sarah_h
May 8, 2024
Amazing Trip! - Jose was amazing from the start. Meeting at the Starbucks was easy, and Jose’s energy was so welcoming and joyful. He was informative on the drive, and the first stop at the fruit stand was awesome. Sayulita was great to explore. Then making our way to the more secluded beach, food Jose cooked was Amazing! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a more intimate experience in Mexico.
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Excursion162282
May 7, 2024
May 2024 - This trip was a great way to go to Sayulita. Sayulita offers time to relax and see authentic Mexican town.. Lunch at the beach was excellent. Food was freshly cooked and very tasty. It is right length,, little over half a day. Highly recommend to couples
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Amymk5737gj
May 2, 2024
Beautiful town and amazing secluded beach - My husband and I were totally spoiled as the only two on this tour. From information about Puerto Vallarta and Sayulita to the absolutely amazing lunch on the beach, Tony delivered! The meal he made on the beach was (no joke) the best meal I've ever had! We, also, booked the natural springs and massage tour on a separate day and I'm so thankful we did! Tony has created a magical tour company and has an awesome crew of guides!
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Rod_k
Apr 28, 2024
Fun Day Trip - Highly Recommend!! - This trip was a perfect way to get out of Puerto Vallarta when the cruise ships are docked. My wife and I enjoyed this for a many reasons. First, our guide (Sergio) picked us up in front of our hotel and we didn’t have to worry about transportation whatsoever. We stopped at a roadside fruit stand and Sergio showed and gave us samples of a few fruits. While Sergio picked up some fruit for our lunch, we purchased an assortment of fruits to take back to our hotel. We then arrived in Sayulita and got a few hours to take in the sights and shop the local markets. Sayulita is a quaint little town with a nice vibe, and if you’re looking for some locally made jewelry we found more artisans with nicer quality jewelry here as opposed to Puerto Vallarta. That took us to lunch time and Sergio drove us a short distance from Sayulita to a beach that we almost had entirely to ourselves. That’s where Sergio had a table, umbrella and cold drinks already waiting for us! Sergio then proceeded to grill up the fresh vegetables/fruits as well a shrimp and fresh red snapper. We got a few hours to enjoy the food, drinks and walks on the beach. We truly enjoyed our time Sayulita and beach time. We can’t say enough great things about Segio - he’s genuinely kind and really wanted to show us the best of Mexico on this all day excursion!
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Bookumdanno
Apr 3, 2024
Beautiful unpopulated beaches - The beaches were pristine and beautiful, there are several close by (walking distance) that barely had anyone on them.
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