Punta de Mita is the headland at the north-western end of Banderas Bay, about 30 minutes from Bucerías. Part of it is a gated luxury development with resorts and golf courses; next to it is a small village with a beach, El Anclote, lined with seafood restaurants.
It is a favourite with surfers, with breaks for all levels, and it is the closest point on the mainland to the Marietas Islands, so boat trips from here have the shortest crossing.
Punta de Mita: the top things to do
Surf and paddleboard
Punta de Mita has several surf breaks, from gentle waves for beginners to reef breaks for experienced surfers. Rent boards or take a lesson on the beach.
Sail to the Marietas
Local boats and tour operators make the short crossing to the islands — the quickest way to get there.
Lunch at El Anclote
Seafood restaurants line the beach at El Anclote; stay for the sunset over the ocean.
Ride to the beach
Horseback rides and zip lines in the hills between Punta de Mita and Sayulita are on our tours page.
Getting there: Punta de Mita
- By car or taxi: about 30 minutes from Bucerías along the coast road.
- By bus: local buses run from Bucerías via La Cruz to Punta de Mita.
- On a tour: some Marietas trips depart from Punta de Mita.
Insider tips
- The resort area is private; the village and El Anclote beach are public.
- Restaurants on the beach are pricier than in Bucerías.
- Check surf conditions before paddling out.
- Bring cash for local boat trips.
Bookable experiences to pair with Punta de Mita
These are the real, bookable experiences that fit best around a visit to Punta de Mita:
Boat tour from US$71 Marietas Islands from Punta Mita with optional Hidden Beach
A half-day trip from Punta de Mita, the closest point on the mainland to the Marietas. The Hidden Beach is offered as an option. A new listing with only one review so far.
- Shortest crossing to the islands
- Optional Hidden Beach visit
- Half-day format
Horseback from US$102 Punta de Mita/Sayulita: Horseback Riding Tour
A short guided ride through the jungle to the beach in the Punta de Mita and Sayulita area. Good for beginners; check the meeting point on the listing.
- Jungle trails to the beach
- Short ride, suitable for beginners
- Well reviewed
Adventure from US$103 Sayulita: Canopy Tours with 13 Zip-Lines & 4 Bridges
A canopy course in the forested hills near Sayulita, with thirteen zip lines and four hanging bridges. Very well reviewed, and easy to combine with an afternoon in Sayulita.
- 13 zip lines and 4 bridges
- Jungle setting near Sayulita
- Rated around 4.9
