The Huichol Indians (one of the last indigenous tribes) live in this remote village in the Sierra Madre Mountains. Witness centuries-old traditions still practiced by the Aztec decedents.
Puerto Vallarta Tours; 1-hour flight northeast from Puerto Vallarta; 866-217-9704
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San Sebastian
One of Mexico’s oldest settlements, this mining town in the Sierra Madre Mountains has hardly changed since the 1600s. Explore its quaint cobblestone plaza and silver and gold mine ruins.
Vallarta Adventures; 15-minute flight northeast from Puerto Vallarta; 800-231-9820
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Punta De Mita
This magnificent, 1500-acre peninsula at the bay’s northernmost tip is Mexico’s latest high-end beach resort town. Three bodies of water meet here: Bay of Banderas, Pacific, and Sea of Cortez.
40-50 minute drive north from Puerto Vallarta
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Sierra Madre Mountains
Hike through the lush jungle vegetation of the Sierra Madre Mountains where Arnold Schwarzenegger's blockbuster Predator was filmed. A mountainside preserve shelters baby turtles.
Rainforest Treks & Canopy Tours; 45 minutes from Puerto Vallarta; 011-52-322-222-2516; www.canopyeleden.com
Tags:international travel | wildlife | outdoors
Yelapa
This pedestrian-only island – mules are the main form of transport – offers abundant natural splendor and seclusion with an inland river and waterfall, tiny bohemian village, and peaceful shores.
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