Olas Altas Beach is a beach known for its rocky entrance and deep waters, particularly where the waves crash. This natural characteristic makes it less suitable for both adults and children who may not feel comfortable in the water.
The beach's water clarity varies with the seasons, tending to become murky during the summer and rainy season. This is possibly due to a nearby river that flows into the ocean, especially noticeable after a day of rain when the water can appear brown.
The beach is located south of a pier, with cleaner and more family-friendly areas further south. It is accessible by walking along the Malecon, a popular route for visitors.
However, some visitors have reported that the beach can be crowded and that there are vendors who may approach beachgoers, offering various goods and services.
Best restaurants near Olas Altas Beach include River Cafe, Café de Olla, Daiquiri Dick's, Restaurante Dianita, Seasons PV, La Palapa Restaurant, El Dorado Restaurant, La Tostaderia and Restaurant Johnny's Diner.
Visitor reviews highlight the beauty of the beach and the enjoyment of beach days, but they also express disappointment with the water quality, especially during the summer and rainy seasons when it becomes murky. The beach is also described as a great place to have fun. However, visitors complain about the constant harassment from vendors selling various items, which some found to be a nuisance.
Visitors often stay in the lively Zona Romántica neighborhood, which is conveniently located within walking distance to Olas Altas Beach. Many also choose accommodations in downtown Puerto Vallarta, which offers a vibrant cultural scene and easy access to the Malecon and nearby attractions.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
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Latitude: 20.6043745 / Longitude: -105.2384931
Olas Altas Beach is located in Jalisco. The following map of Olas Altas Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 27.9°C/30.1°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 36.7°C |
| Sea Temperature | 31.6 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.5 m |
| Rain Chance | 65% |
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| Rainfall | 7.1 mm |
| Rain Duration | 10 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:32/19:42 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 8.6 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.75 |
| Cloud Cover | 92% |
| Speed | 14.4 km/h |
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| Gusts | 19.8 km/h |
| Direction | W |
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