Aside from being an enchanting beach destination with a privileged geographic location, Puerto Vallarta has numerous small paradises to explore that are located very close to town.

The small tropical town of Yelapa is one such place – it cannot be reached by car, only by boat. You can take a water taxi from Los Muertos Pier, in the Romantic Zone, or leave from Boca de Tomatlan, a small fishing village 20 minutes away from Puerto Vallarta.

In the late 1960s, Yelapa became a favorite destination of travelers, musicians, intellectuals, and famous actors such as Liz Taylor, Bob Dylan, and Jack Nicholson, all of whom described it as a place where one could disconnect from the hectic world and reconnect with nature in all its splendor, care for it and find creative inspiration. This kind of ideology, shared with the villagers, has moved the course of Yelapa's history. It is nowadays a very popular place for eco-friendly tourism that connects with, respects, and cares for natural spaces.

One of the great attractions of this exotic destination are its waterfalls, which seasonally have crystal-clear waters, perfect for a fresh dip when the weather is hot. Yelapa is a very colorful and friendly place, with food and activities that you won't find anywhere else – from traditional pies to raicilla (the local alcoholic spirit).

In addition, Yelapa has various lodging options, which follow the ideology of this charming fishing village. Minimalist boutique hotels within a natural environment, designed to go back to basics with all the comforts. Most of them offer menus with healthy and delicious food, cooked with local products, holistic massages, yoga sessions at sunrise, as well as the use of ecological products in all areas, making many of them sustainable places.