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While Sayulita’s main beach is best known for surfing, there are several excellent snorkeling spots within walking distance or a short boat ride away. Snorkeling rentals are available in town, but if you are a snorkeling enthusiast, bringing your own gear is recommended. Guided snorkeling tours are also a great option and typically include all necessary equipment. Here are a few excellent places to snorkel and explore under the sea. Don't forget to bring your underwater camera!
If you would like to take a snorkeling excursion and see some of the area's best snorkeling locations, see our Tours and Adventures page.
Top Snorkeling Spots
Las Marietas Islands
One of the region’s most popular snorkeling destinations, these protected islands feature clear blue water, dramatic rock formations, and abundant marine life. Snorkelers often spot tropical fish, rays, pufferfish, octopus, and occasionally seahorses. The islands are also home to numerous bird species, including the rare blue-footed booby. So even if you aren’t a snorkeling fan, be sure to tag along for some incredible bird watching!
Punta Los Arcos is a quick walk from Sayulita's main beach, just follow the road around the bay to the front of Hotel Villa Amor. Between the hotel entrance and the road to the cemetery are plenty of entry points to wade out and explore the rocks and aquatic life just beneath the surface. The waves are gentle here and you can spend hours observing the variety of fish and sea creatures right here in the Sayulita bay.
A sheltered, family-friendly beach just past the cemetery. Rocky areas on both sides provide great conditions for spotting a variety of fish and marine life. Las Cargadas is the tiny beach past the rocks to the south. From the beach look to the south and you will see three or four rock islands. All of these provide for great Sayulita snorkel adventures.
About a 30–40 minute walk through the jungle, this more secluded beach offers a quieter experience. On calm days, the southern point is a great place to see larger fish compared to those found in the main bay. Be mindful of conditions as waves here can get big and the undertow and current can be very strong!
Whether you explore on your own or join a guided tour, snorkeling around Sayulita offers a fun and accessible way to experience the area’s marine life.
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