Sayulita & San Pancho: Private Day Trip from Puerto Vallarta
This isn’t just a tour — it’s a curated experience designed exclusively for your group. We combine the lively surf-town spirit of Sayulita with the relaxed elegance of San Pancho, offering a seamless journey that blends culture, beach vibes, shopping, and laid-back charm — all on your own terms.
From door-to-door pickup at your hotel, villa, or Airbnb to private air-conditioned transportation with a certified local guide, everything is tailored for your comfort.
In San Pancho, a quieter coastal gem with uncrowded beaches, boutique galleries, and a peaceful energy that offers a true escape. Then unwind Sayulita, stroll the colorful streets, discover artisan shops, sip a cold drink in the vibrant plaza, and soak in the town’s surf culture. We include complimentary refreshments, insider tips, and an attentive host who treats you like family — not just a passenger.
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Sayulita & San Pancho: Private Day Trip from Puerto Vallarta
Pickup included
What's included in Sayulita & San Pancho: Private Day Trip from Puerto Vallarta
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Puerto Vallarta
Tour begins from your Cruise, Hotel, Villa or Airbnb front door. Transportation is private and only our team joins us. Without traffic, it can take us 1 hour to get to Sayulita from Puerto Vallarta
Playa San Pancho
San Pancho’s is Sayulita neighbor beach town. We'll visit the beach and the cultural hub, where art galleries, community projects, beach strolls, and workshops reflect the local commitment to preserving cultural heritage.
Sayulita
As we make our way to the lunch stop, enjoy a scenic city tour from the comfort of our air-conditioned vehicle through the heart of Sayulita — where you'll get a full view of this vibrant surf town, alive with colorful shops, charming cafés, local street vendors, and a laid-back, bohemian atmosphere. We will return on foot after lunch.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- complimentary refreshments are only on board of our vehicle. 1 beer per passenger. 100% optional.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- complimentary refreshments are only on board of our vehicle. 1 per passenger.
- Guide is licensed/ certified
- Parking Fees
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Surfing Lessons
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- To ensure the quality and sustainability of the service, a minimum charge equivalent to three guests applies—even for solo travelers or couples—as it helps cover operational costs and third-party platform fees. That said, the value of having a completely personalized, flexible, and immersive experience makes it well worth the investment. You’ll enjoy full control over the itinerary, ensuring every moment is tailored to your interests and preferences.
- We provide car seats for children and infants, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. For safety reasons, infants cannot sit on a parent’s lap during the ride. We strongly recommend using a separate, properly secured car seat to keep your little ones safe and comfortable.
- Pickups are at 9:00AM or 10:00 AM: We pick you up anywhere in or out of Bandera's Bay. Our tours generally begin at your hotel lobby or residence or choice, including cruise ship visits at P.V. terminals, or selected villas. Please note that we operate on Jalisco local time (Pacific Time Zone).
- Multilingual Guides: Our guides are fluent in both English and Spanish, ensuring clear communication and an immersive experience for all participants.
- What to Bring: Comfortable footwear and light clothing, medication (if needed), sunscreen and/or a hat, and a camera or smartphone.
- Don't Forget to Bring Cash: Either USD or MXN pesos. This helps with tips and spontaneous purchases or extra activities you may choose during the tour. Some local treasures of Sayulita and San Pancho may only accept cash.
- Restaurant and Tequila Facilities: Please be aware that the availability of restaurant and tequila facilities may vary based on current conditions, capacity, weather conditions and availability. Additionally, dietary restrictions may impact the options available to you. Let' us know what works for you ahead of time and we'll try to tether it to you.
- Amenities and Services: Some amenities or services may be limited or unavailable based on occupancy or seasonal factors. We'll adjust and overcome it-to another great selection of your choice or our tour guide's choice.
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We offer direct pickup from your Hotel Lobby, Resort, Villa, Airbnb, or Cruise Port: When available, please provide; Hotel name + room number - Airbnb or villa address and/or Cruise Line name. (If details aren’t available at the time of booking, you can update them later.) Flexible Start Times: Our standard departure is 9:00 AM & 10:00AM but we’re happy to adjust to your schedule. Accessibility & Special Requests: We welcome travelers with mobility needs. Please let us know in advance to arrange for foldable wheelchair or scooter-friendly service. No automatic RAMP on vehicle for permanent wheelchairs. Families Welcome: Infants may not sit on laps, we highly recommend bringing a personal car seat for young children. Your comfort and safety are our top priority. If you need one, please contact us.
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Ticket Redemption
We will contact you prior to your adventure to your phone number in the order we receive. Please expect a text or whatsapp message as the time gets closer to your date of tour. Please do provide hotel name and room number (if you have it already), and if you come on a cruise, please provide the cruise line name, we will monitor your assigned terminal the day of arrival and wait for you with a personalized sign just off the ramp of your cruise ship when you disembark. If we do not have these details, we will contact you to get this valuable information prior to your date requested. If we can not established any form of confirmation or communication, either via Viator, Email, Text or Phone Call, we will consider it a "No-Show" and no refund will be honor.
