East Mexico
Bright, beautiful and a conjurer of dreams – the eastern side of Mexico is a yacht destination that seems to bridge the gap between ancient civilisation and new...
Luxury Yacht Charter Guide to West Mexico
West Mexico’s Pacific Coast is a vision of paradise shores, killer sunsets, incredible seafood, and simple luxury delights. For yacht charterers who love to swap the tourist centric fiesta spirit for something softer, West Mexico is always enticing. A coastline peppered with lush green hills, silver waterfalls, rich marine life, and with tiny towns dressed to impress with colourful shades and cobbled streets, you will be tempted to drop anchor and never leave.
Reasons to Charter a Yacht in West Mexico
Ocean Adventures
Whether you want to dance on waves, dive beneath, or watch migrating whales breach the surface – West Mexico is an ocean lovers dream. The scent of salt tang, the perfect peak of a world-class surf break, and kaleidoscopic colours for snorkelers and divers – the Pacific Coast of Mexico is made for water lovers.
Glorious Gastronomy
Fresh fish, margaritas, and mariachi bands – West Mexico knows how to whip up a storm in the kitchen and make you smile. From authentic beach side taco joints to stylish five-star establishments, exploring the Pacific Coast through your tastebuds is a must. Let the juice flow from nibbling on colourful cacti fruits, fall hard for the lime-soaked ceviche, and let the hot shrimp tacos warm the soul.
Barefoot Luxury
From the big yacht scene at Cabo San Lucas to the ritzy resorts of Punta Mita, Mexico loves to embrace bohemian bliss and brighten it with more than a pinch of five-star style. Indulge in spa treatments, dine in exquisite surroundings, tee off at world-class golf resorts, and splurge to your hearts content on one of a kind designs in the ocean town boutiques. When you tyre of the high-class playing, there’s always the wild barefoot bliss of the nearby stashed away surf towns.
Where to Visit in West Mexico
Matazlan
19th century cobbled streets meet thriving local restaurants and charming bars in the colonial mix of Matazlan. Fringed by 20km of floury sand beaches and with a beautiful boardwalk that is made for sunset strolls, you truly feel like you have stepped back in time when stepping ashore in Matazlan. Visit a nearby tequila factory for a fun tasting session, tour the old town, and admire the Spanish Fort.
Zihuantanejo
A former fishing village that boomed into the boutique scene thanks to the nearby building of Ixtapa, Zihuantanejo is still holds onto its historic village charm. Some areas of this glitzy resort esque town are chic and slick with beautiful artisan boutiques for buying handmade hammocks and a tonne of delectable dining choices. The beaches are sheer bliss and barefoot seafood suppers on the sand are a must.
Puerto Vallarta
Sand and surf set the scene at the buzzing and beautiful Puerto Vallarta. This is one of the most popular spots on the Pacific Coast and with its bright paint box buildings, rambling street food stalls, and vibrant nightlife, it makes for a lush and lively charter stop. Plunge into warm ocean waters, seek out the ‘hidden beach’ in neighbouring Riviera Nayarit, visit the bountiful botanical gardens, and even swim alongside wild dolphins in this absolute gem of a destination.
When to Charter a Yacht in West Mexico
Endless sun and balmy ocean temperatures make West Mexico a year-round sailing destination. For those who want to pick the absolute best time to visit, the weather hits peak perfection between the months of November and April.
