# Vallarta Surf · Surfing in Puerto Vallarta

> Vallarta Surf is the complete guide to surfing in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit, México. We offer premium surf lessons with Emilian Sitges, comprehensive surf spots maps, multi-day surf retreats, kids and adult surf camps, board rentals, a surf store and a deep blog covering surf culture, history and the best places to eat and stay for surfers.

Vallarta Surf is based in **Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, México** (lat 20.6534, lng -105.2253) and serves the entire Bahía de Banderas area including Punta Mita, Sayulita, San Pancho, La Lancha, Nuevo Nayarit, Higuera Blanca and La Cruz de Huanacaxtle.

## Key info

- **Website:** https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/
- **Founder & lead instructor:** Emilian Sitges
- **Service area:** Puerto Vallarta, Punta Mita, Sayulita, Riviera Nayarit, México
- **Water temperature:** 24–30°C (warm year-round, no wetsuit needed)
- **Best surf season:** May–October (advanced) · November–April (beginners) · June–August peak
- **Whale season overlap:** December–March (humpbacks in Banderas Bay)

## Core pages

- [Surfing in Puerto Vallarta — Homepage](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/): Complete guide to surfing in Puerto Vallarta with featured surf spots, levels, lessons and the local vibe.
- [Surf Lessons in Puerto Vallarta](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/lessons): Personalized surf coaching with Emilian Sitges in Puerto Vallarta & Nuevo Nayarit. **Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Best of the Best 2025 · Google 5.0 stars**. Two tiers of options:

  **Standard Lessons (USD):** Join Group $80 · Group Surf Lesson Nuevo Nayarit from $80 · Ultimate Surf Trip from $90 · Private Customized Group $90/person · Personalized 1-on-1 (Exclusive Surf Mastery) $100/person · Observers $20/person. 2.5 hours + travel.

  **Premium 5-Hour Surf Day Tours (MXN):** Private Surf Lesson at Playa La Lancha (Punta Mita) $1,580 MXN/person (~$90 USD) · Private Surf Lesson in Sayulita $1,780 MXN/person (~$102 USD) · Multi-Day Package: 2 Days $2,760 MXN (~$157 USD), Extra Day $1,380 MXN (~$78 USD). All include transport, board, rash guard, leash, wax, expert instructors, max 3 students per coach, optional seafood stop. Min 2 persons for premium tours.

- [Paddle Board Lessons, Tours & Rentals](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/paddle): Three options. **Paddleboard Rental** ($240 MXN/hour ~$13.67 USD, long-term rentals available, for experienced paddlers). **Private Paddle Board Lessons in Puerto Vallarta** (2 hrs, $950 MXN/person ~$54 USD). **Paddle Board at Los Arcos de Mismaloya** National Park (4 hrs, $1,800 MXN/person ~$103 USD). All gear included.

## Location-specific surf lesson pages

Detailed pages for each surf spot where Emilian gives lessons. Each page covers wave type, difficulty, access, pricing and FAQs:

- [Surf Lessons in Nuevo Vallarta](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/surf-lessons-nuevo-vallarta): Most beginner-friendly spot. 15 min from PV. Parking-lot access. Mellow rollers, sand bottom, lifeguards. Perfect for families & kids 6+. From $80 USD.
- [Surf Lessons at La Lancha (Punta Mita)](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/surf-lessons-la-lancha): Hidden gem reef break in a natural reserve. 10-min jungle hike. Long mellow rollers. Beginner-intermediate. From $90 USD (5 hrs, transport included).
- [Surf Lessons in Punta Mita](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/surf-lessons-punta-mita): The full peninsula — 5 distinct breaks (La Lancha, El Anclote, El Faro, Burros, The Cove). All levels welcome. Spot chosen daily based on conditions. From $80 USD.
- [Surf Lessons at Punta Burros](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/surf-lessons-punta-burros): Fast right-hand reef break for intermediate-advanced surfers. Less crowded than El Anclote. Performance coaching available. From $90 USD.
- [Surf Lessons in Sayulita](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/surf-lessons-sayulita): México's most iconic surf town. 3 distinct breaks (the lefts, river mouth, outer reef). All levels. 5-hour package with transport from PV. $1,780 MXN ~$102 USD per person, min 2.
- [Surf Spots Map · Puerto Vallarta & Riviera Nayarit](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/spots): Complete map and breakdown of every key surf spot — La Lancha, El Anclote, El Faro, Burros, Sayulita, San Pancho and more — with skill levels and best times.

## Menu pages

- [Where to Stay for Surfers](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/stay): Budget hostels, mid-range boutique hotels and luxury resorts in Puerto Vallarta, Sayulita and Punta Mita.
- [Where to Eat](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/eat): Best post-surf food in PV — tacos, ceviche, smoothie bowls, beachfront seafood, craft beer.
- [Surf Store](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/store): Surfboards, apparel, accessories — locally made, ethically sourced.
- [Surf Rentals](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/rentals): Daily, weekly and monthly board rentals. Soft tops, longboards, fishes and shortboards. Delivery available.
- [Surf Retreats](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/retreats): Multi-day yoga + surf retreats. Reset weekend, classic week, luxury Punta Mita, women-only.
- [Surf Camps](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/camps): Week-long programs for kids (6–12), teens (13–17), adults and families.

## Top surf spots in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit

Each surf spot has its own dedicated page with full description, best tide, difficulty level (1–3) and access info.

| Spot | Level | Works Best | Access | Page |
|------|-------|-----------|--------|------|
| Nuevo Vallarta | 1 (Beginner) | High/low tide | Parking lot | [spot-nuevo-vallarta](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/spot-nuevo-vallarta) |
| La Lancha | 1 (Beginner) | High & low tide | Easy jungle path | [spot-la-lancha](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/spot-la-lancha) |
| Punta Burros | 2 (Intermediate) | Low tide | Jungle path easy | [spot-punta-burros](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/spot-punta-burros) |
| Los Veneros | 2 (Intermediate) | High & mid tide | Medium jungle trail | [spot-los-veneros](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/spot-los-veneros) |
| San Pancho | 2 (Intermediate) | High tide | By car | [spot-san-pancho](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/spot-san-pancho) |
| Bahía (The Cove) | 2 (Intermediate) | High to mid tide | Only by boat | [spot-bahia-cove](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/spot-bahia-cove) |
| Chacala | 2-3 (Int–Adv) | High to mid tide | Only by boat | [spot-chacala](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/spot-chacala) |
| Tizate | 2-3 (Int–Adv) | High tide | By car | [spot-tizate](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/spot-tizate) |
| Playa Peñitas | 3 (Advanced) | High/low tide | By car · dirt road | [spot-penitas](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/spot-penitas) |
| El Anclote (Punta Mita) | 1 | — | Walking | covered in [spots](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/spots) |
| El Faro (Punta Mita) | 3 | — | — | covered in [spots](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/spots) |
| Sayulita | All levels | — | By car | covered in [spots](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/spots) |
| Los Muertos Beach | 1 | — | Walking | covered in [spots](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/spots) |

## Blog (surf culture, food, history, gear, spots)

- [Luxury Catamaran Rental Punta Mita & La Cruz · Rayando el Sol](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/blog-luxury-catamaran-punta-mita): Brand-new 2025 Tanna 47 catamaran for charter in Punta Mita and La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. Private chef, premium open bar, water toys. Up to 16 guests on day charters / 8 overnight. Operated by Nautical Kings.
- [Surfing & Whale Watching in Puerto Vallarta](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/blog-surf-whale-watching): How to combine surf with humpback whale watching during winter (Dec–March).
- [Best Surf Spots in Punta Mita](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/blog-best-surf-spots-punta-mita): Complete guide to La Lancha, El Anclote, El Faro, Burros and La Bahía.
- [Best Surf Spots in Mexico](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/blog-best-surf-spots-mexico): From La Lancha to Puerto Escondido, Baja California, Barra de la Cruz, Troncones.
- [Best Food for Surfers in Puerto Vallarta](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/blog-best-food-surfers): Ceviche, smoothie bowls, fish tacos, poke bowls — surf-fuel restaurants.
- [The Best Seafood in Puerto Vallarta](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/blog-best-seafood-pv): Top seafood spots — Mariscos Cisneros, La Palapa, Joe Jack's Fish Shack, Tinos Mariscos, El Barracuda.
- [Surf Culture & Community in Puerto Vallarta](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/blog-surf-culture-community): The local scene, music, art, eco-initiatives.
- [The History of Surfing in Puerto Vallarta](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/blog-history-surfing-pv): From 1960s pioneers to today's thriving community.
- [Can You Surf in Puerto Vallarta?](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/blog-can-you-surf-pv): Yes — the best beaches, when to come, what to expect.
- [Best Surf Clothing in Puerto Vallarta](https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/blog-best-surf-clothing): Recommended brands, where to buy, what to wear.

## Why surf in Puerto Vallarta

- Warm Pacific waters year-round (24–30°C, no wetsuit needed)
- Consistent swells from May to October (peak: June–August)
- Smaller, beginner-friendly waves November–April
- Shark-free waters in Banderas Bay
- Surf for every level — from total beginners to advanced reef breaks
- Tropical climate, friendly locals, vibrant Mexican culture
- Easy access from PVR airport
- Combine surf with whale watching, snorkeling, yoga, food tours

## Booking & Contact

To book lessons, retreats or camps, visit:

- **Lessons booking:** https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/lessons
- **Contact page:** https://www.vallartasurflesson.com/contact
- **Phone / WhatsApp:** +52 322 123 4567
- **Email:** hello@vallartasurflesson.com
- **Address:** Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit, México
- **Hours:** Open daily · 7am – 7pm
- **Instagram:** https://instagram.com/vallartasurflesson
- **Facebook:** https://facebook.com/vallartasurflesson