Are the beaches nicer in Cancun or Puerto Vallarta?

Are the beaches nicer in Cancun or Puerto Vallarta? Inevitably, Caribbean beaches have a bit of an edge over Pacific beaches. If you want flawless beach photos for Instagram, then Cancun is the place to be. The beaches around Puerto Vallarta are smaller and some are rockier. But there are excellent beaches in PV: Los Muertos and Playa Camarones are the most popular.

Are beaches swimmable in Puerto Vallarta?

Puerto Vallarta is located on beautiful Banderas Bay where the waters are calmer than the Pacific Ocean. The bay and beaches are perfect for swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling, and kayaking. Summers have less wave action and the water is clearer.

Does Puerto Vallarta have warm beaches?

Warm Water The pleasantly warm waters make for perfect swimming, snorkelling, and diving conditions. A summer vacation in Puerto Vallarta means that it is never too cold to get wet in the ocean.

Can you walk along the beach in Puerto Vallarta?

You can walk all the way to Los Muertos and Old Town Vallarta along the beach. There is a a well-marked path that takes you up and over a cliff.

Why is Puerto Vallarta so popular?

Puerto Vallarta also boasts some of the best restaurants in the country, featuring delicious traditional Mexican cuisine as well as international fare. The city's vibrant nightlife includes some of Latin America's best clubs, fiestas, and music festivals. The area's natural beauty is unparalleled.

Is Puerto Vallarta warmer than Cancun?

If you want a hot tropical climate, head to Cancun. If not, make Puerto Vallarta your holiday haven. We've found PV in winter to be less humid than Cancun, so it feels milder.

How many days is ideal for Puerto Vallarta?

Five to eight days is a great length for a Mexico trip with stops in Puerto Vallarta. You can enjoy extra activities at each stop or a few days in another region like Guadalajara, Mexico City, or Sayulita with more time.

Is the sea warm in Puerto Vallarta?

Puerto Vallarta located in the northern hemisphere, south of the northern tropic, at latitude 20 degrees. The swimming season in this location lasts all year round. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Puerto Vallarta is 80°F, by the seasons: in winter 75°F, in spring 76°F, in summer 85°F, in autumn 84°F.

Where is the prettiest beach in Mexico?

Which side of Mexico has better beaches?

East Coast: Mexico's east coast, particularly the Caribbean Sea's turquoise waters in spots like Tulum, are the stuff beach vacation dreams are made of. The east coast also has a reputation for soft white sand and warm, calm waters.

Where is the bluest water in Mexico?

Playa Maroma Beach, Quintana Roo Maroma Beach is located in Quintana Roo State, between Cancun and Playa del Carmen in the Yucatan Peninsula. It is on the Mexican Caribbean Coast, so expect gorgeous, crystal clear waters in every shade of blue — maybe even the clearest water in Mexico.