Chacala
A small bay fishing village ringed by palm trees, with golden sand, small waves, seafood shacks and yoga guesthouses. It is a hidden beach in northern Riviera Nayarit.
Chacala lies about 15 km north of Rincón de Guayabitos. It is a small fishing village of only a few streets, with a crescent-shaped bay framed by jungle headlands at both ends. Along the beach, a row of palm-thatched huts sells freshly grilled seafood and chilled coconuts. The waves are small and the water warm, making it good for swimming, paddleboarding and beginner surfing. There are surf breaks around the headland and near the river mouth at Las Varas. In winter, humpback whales often spout just offshore. The village has many yoga retreats and guesthouses, and life moves slowly. It is about 10 km from Highway 200 at Las Varas, and it can be combined with a visit to the Altavista Petroglyphs.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Altavista Petroglyphs
- Rincón de Guayabitos
- Lo de Marcos
- San Pancho (San Francisco)
- Sayulita
- La Tovara
- San Blas
- Bucerías