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ABOUT ARROYO SECO
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ARROYO SECO
Arroyo seco is the perfect destination to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life. In this magical natural heaven, you´ll find inner peace and be captivated by its breathtaking sunsets.
This place is ideal for a healthy or adventurous vacation with your partner,
family, or friends, allowing you to disconnect from technology and reconnect with nature.
Not only will you experience an unforgettable time in this paradise, but you'll also return home
feeling recharged and renewed.
What makes Arroyo Seco truly unique is its untouched rural charm, with virgin beaches, free
from mass tourism, and urban or comercial developments.
It's a heaven for nature lovers that value tranquility and untouched, hidden gem destinations.
The surrounding landscape is rich with beautiful fields of mangoes, papayas, and coconuts.
The small town of Arroyo Seco, just 5 minutes drive away, has 358 inhabitants and preserves the authentic essence of traditional Mexico characterized by the simplicity and joy of its people.
The community embraces a sustainable lifestyle with fishermen and farmers
working in harmony with nature.
In its streets, you'll encounter chickens, donkeys, horses, cows, and goats, along with families
gathering at sunset. The lifestyle is simple and rustic, with dirt roads and an
impressive natural enviroment.
You can enjoy hills with spectacular viewpoints, a large estuary for fishing and kayaking,
and amazing bird watching. It has 2 beaches famous for their beauty and for the practice of surfing: Playa Chica and Playa Grande.
Activities in Arroyo Seco:
- Surfing.
- Enjoy the natural pools at the southern end of Playa Grande, known as El Tecuán.
- Watch the sunset at the El Tecuán viewpoint.
- Fishing in the estuary and along the shore.
- Spearfishing on the islands offshore.
- Kayaking in the estuary and bird watching.
- Walks through mango, papaya, and coconut fields, and visits to viewpoints with incredible views.
- Mountain biking (Playa Chica or to Tenacatita for its natural paradises).
- Skimboarding.
- Kiteboarding (best from February to June).
- Turtle release at Capacha center, Playa Grande (+523151045442).
- Surf lessons with Paikea Mexico.
- Yoga, meditation, Pilates reformer, breathwork, or sound healing classes with Paikea Mexico.
- Kayak tour in the Arroyo Seco estuary & sunset at the viewpoint with Paikea Mexico.
- Bike tour in Arroyo Seco & enjoy the natural pools with Paikea Mexico.
- Visit Playa Chica, a virgin paradise.
- Temazcal at Playa Chica with Dany (+52 55 3078 8755) or Pily (+525531546697).
Note: Paikea Mexico rents equipment and offers tours for most of these activities.
Activities in the surrounding area:
- Tour to Chamela Bay (Stand-up paddle or kayak), with Paikea Mexico.
- Tour to Tenacatita Bay (Kayak & Snorkel), with Paikea Mexico.
- Hot springs at Agua Caliente (15 min).
- Horseback riding in the paradise of Careyes (30 min) polo@careyes.com.
- Punta Perula Bay (40 min).
- Boca de Iguanas Beach (30 min).
- Careyitos Beach and "Lilo Beach Club" for drinks and food (30 min) (+525534555720).
- Isla Cocinas, a virgin island paradise you can't miss.
- La Vena Beach in the Bay of Los Angeles Locos (40 min)
- Tour to Chamela Islands and snorkeling with Francisco (+523151262274).
- Scuba diving with Max (+523151076060).
Note: Paikea Mexico rents equipment and offers tours for most of these activities
Restaurants in Arroyo Seco:
- Rojo Restaurant: meals, dinners, and margaritas by the sea with beautiful sunsets. Open from 2pm to 9pm, Thursday to Sunday (+523151045442).
- Lupita: seafood on Playa Grande, open Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 6pm (+523151004293).
- Juanita: tacos in town, open for dinner on Saturdays and Sundays from 6pm.
- Doña Chuya: Mexican cuisine in the town's garden, open from 8am to 3pm.
- Lily: home delivery, sushi, seafood, breakfast, lunch, and dinner (+523151100304).
Restaurants in the surrounding area:
- La Viuda: breakfast and seafood on the Chamela highway, open from 9am to 6pm (+523151008716).
- Punto Como: Italian cuisine at Plaza de los Caballeros del Sol in the town of Careyes, open for dinner from 3:30pm to 11pm (+523153512014).
- La Coscolina: multicultural cuisine with vegan dishes at Plaza de los Caballeros del Sol in the town of Careyes, open from 9am to 10pm (+523153510630).
- Casa de Nada Bar & Restaurant: in the Careyes polo club, open for dinner from 5pm to 11pm (+523141651297).
- Lilo Beach Club: on Careyitos Beach, open for lunch and dinner from 2pm to 9:30pm (+525534555720).
- La Vena: seafood on the virgin beach of Los Angeles Locos, open from 11am to 6pm and closed on Tuesdays (+523151122551).
- La Mosca: seafood in Tenacatita by the river, open from 9am to 6pm and closed on Tuesdays (+523151151244).
- Boca de Iguanas Restaurant: seafood on the beach, open from 11am to 6:30pm (+523151137122).
- In Playa Tenacatita: various beachside eateries and food options.
- Restaurante Punta Perula: seafood in Punta Perula (+523151099030).
- Emiliano Zapata: a small town 15 minutes from Arroyo Seco, offering a variety of tacos and Mexican restaurants.
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