3 Best Sights in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Mayto’s Turtle Camp is a yearslong, well-run project from Universidad de Guadalajara that patrols the beaches of the area in search of turtle nests and their eggs in order to save them from poachers. They constantly receive groups of students from schools in Puerto Vallarta, Guadalajara, and other cities. With some luck you might get to see the release of baby turtles into the sea.

El Salado Estuary is a natural reserve set in the middle of Puerto Vallarta. Considering it's in an urban area, the biodiversity is impressive. They offer boat tours across the estuary, where you will see crocodiles roaming free in their habitat, as well as several species of water birds.

In late January, you can attend the International Festival of Migratory Birds for bird-watching tours and conferences with experts and fellow enthusiasts.