Summer in Punta de Mita, Sayulita & San Pancho: What to Expect
If you’re considering visiting the Bahía de Banderas area this summer but still have some doubts about what to expect or what the area is
Planning your trip for summer in Punta de Mita, Sayulita, or San Pancho? This season brings warm weather, unique surf conditions, and plenty of activities in Bahía de Banderas. At Wildmex, we guide you through what to expect, where to surf, and how to enjoy the area to the fullest.
Bahía de Banderas: A Year-Round Destination
Bahía de Banderas is an excellent destination to explore throughout the year. As expected, during the summer, the weather is pleasantly warm, which is ideal for water activities. This brings us to the next key point.
Are There Waves During the Summer in the Area?
Although Sayulita experiences a decrease in wave activity during this season, Punta de Mita and Playa La Lancha remain privileged spots that offer consistent waves year-round. If you're staying in Sayulita or San Pancho, you can easily take our La Lancha Surf Shuttle and enjoy some summer waves only 20 minutes from Sayulita.
If you're interested in exploring other surf breaks around Punta de Mita, Sayulita, and San Pancho during the summer South Swells, take a look at our surf breaks map which also has a detailed description on which times of the year conditions are suitable at each break.
Access to Playa La Lancha
Playa La Lancha is undoubtedly one of the most interesting places to visit in the area, especially if you want to surf, be in touch with nature, or enjoy a beautiful sunset. If this is on your itinerary and you’re nervous about how summer access works, rest assured that at Wildmex, we commit to keeping the trail accessible year-round, maintaining the bridges and creating drainage for puddles so you can reach this paradise without any complications. Although you won’t find restaurants or shops directly on the beach, before arriving at Playa La Lancha, you’ll come across the well-known Makai SeaFood restaurant, a gas station, a convenience store, and our Wildmex La Lancha surf shop with showers, board rentals, lockers, WiFi and clean restrooms. If you choose to trust us and book an activity with the Wildmex Team, you’ll have access to our new swimming pool.
We invite you to explore more about the region and discover travel tips on our blog. If you have any questions, feel free to write to us at info@wildmex.com. At Wildmex, our main goal is to share the lifestyle we love. 🏄♂️🌴🌊