South Shore · Puerto Vallarta · Mexico

South Shore

Where the Sierra Madre falls into the sea — 35 kilometers of cliffside villas, pocket coves, and palapa restaurants, from the Beverly Hills of Vallarta to a village you can only reach by boat.

The South Shore is not a neighborhood. It’s a decision: trade walkable city convenience for panoramic isolation, accept the drive into Centro, and in exchange wake up to uninterrupted ocean and fall asleep to waves instead of nightlife. It begins where the Romantic Zone ends and runs 35 kilometers down a single winding highway — every bend revealing another cove, another cliffside palapa, another hidden beach — until the road simply stops at Boca de Tomatlán and the rest of the coast belongs to the water taxis.

This page travels it the way you will: north to south, out of town. The character changes with every stop — hillside prestige, resort self-sufficiency, film-history villages, and finally a town with no cars at all. One thing has changed everywhere: a decade ago, Tuesday dinner meant a taxi into Centro. Today the corridor has become a dining destination in its own right, and residents quietly stopped making the drive.

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Distance from Centro

10–45 minutes

Conchas Chinas to Boca; Yelapa is a water taxi beyond.

The View

Los Arcos

The marine park’s sea rocks anchor the corridor’s every sightline.

Property Type

Villas & Hillside Condos

Trophy estates to $300K value condos; almost nothing flat.

Walkability

Low, By Design

A car (or a boat) is the price of the panorama.

Neighborhood Overview

Topography
Steep
the Sierra drops straight into the bay

Shopping
None on-corridor
Romantic Zone / Fluvial, 10–25 min

Medical
In town
no facilities on the corridor itself; plan accordingly

Villas
$2M – $6.5M+
upper Conchas Chinas trophy tier

Condos
$300K – $1.9M
Mismaloya value to Sierra del Mar full-floor

Character
Privacy & views
resort pockets, fishing villages, jungle

Homes & Key Developments

From beachfront luxury towers to gated dockside villas

Shops, Markets & Life

Le Kliff: An iconic, multi-tiered restaurant under a giant open-air palapa, clinging to the cliffside at Km 15.5 of the Barra de Navidad highway.
Los Arcos Marine Park: A spectacular group of granite islands rising from the sea, famous for underwater caves, snorkeling, and diving.
Ocean Grill: A secluded, reservation-only cliffside dining hideaway near Boca de Tomatlán, reached by boat or jungle trail.
Yelapa Waterfall: A dramatic mountain-fed waterfall located at the back of Yelapa village, ending in a natural swimming pool.
Colomitos Cove: A tiny, white-sand beach tucked into the jungle, reached via a 45-minute coastal hike from Boca.

Lifestyle & Amenities

Night of the Iguana Lore: John Huston’s 1963 film set built on Mismaloya’s cliffs that triggered the global celebrity boom.
Las Caletas Jungle Hideaway: John Huston’s former private jungle compound at the remote beach cove of Las Caletas.
Predator Jungle Lore: The lush valley of Río Mismaloya serving as the alien-hunting jungle in the 1987 Schwarzenegger movie *Predator*.
Yelapa Indian Land Grant: Yelapa’s status as a *comunidad indígena* since 1581, meaning land is collectively owned by four original families.
The Yelapa Pie Ladies: A beach institution started by Doña Agustina García, who walks the sand daily carrying baskets of fresh pies.

Who Buys Here

Key residential and investment profiles attracted to the area

Trophy Estate Hunters

$2M–$7M standalone villas in Conchas Chinas — privacy, square footage, and the view that justifies all of it.

Resort-Residence Investors

Garza Blanca and Sierra del Mar: hotel amenities, rental management, $500K–$2M, turnkey.

Remote-Work Relocators

Renting first in Conchas Chinas or Mismaloya, then buying — the segment that discovered the corridor’s restaurants.

Mexican Domestic Buyers

Guadalajara weekenders, increasingly active since the vía corta cut the drive under three hours.

Yelapa Bohemians

A niche but culturally defining cohort: small homes, land leases, and the far end’s creative tone.

A Day in the Life

The Saturday Test in South Shore

07:30 AM — Coffee Over the Bay

A Conchas Chinas terrace, the light moving across the water toward Los Arcos.

10:00 AM — The Zoom Call With a Jungle Backdrop

Work-from-terrace is the corridor’s standard office.

01:00 PM — Lunch at Amixtli

Ceviche at the Xalli beach club with the sea rocks in frame — no drive to town required.

03:30 PM — The Colomitos Hike

Forty-five minutes of jungle trail from Boca to a cove that feels like a secret.

06:00 PM — Sunset at Le Kliff

The cliffside palapa’s golden hour — the one reservation visitors never regret.

08:30 PM — Tomahawk at Karuma

Open-fire steaks at TierraLuna — or coconut shrimp on the sand at El Jacalito, depending on the night’s ambition.

Eat & Drink

The Instagrammable Guide to South Shore

Upscale

Le Kliff 📍

Multi-level palapa decks cascading toward the Pacific; the bay's sunset table.

@lekliffpv

Upscale

Ocean Grill 📍

Boat-access, cash-only, reservation-only — and worth every rule. (oceangrillvallarta.com)

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Upscale

Amixtli at Xalli Club 📍

Fine Mexican dining with Los Arcos in the water beyond.

@amixtli_restaurant

Upscale

Karuma 📍

Tomahawks over open fire under a pergola at TierraLuna.

@karumapv

Upscale

Blanca Blue 📍

Garza Blanca's all-white signature room; duck confit tamales.

@garzablancapv

Upscale

Hiroshi 📍

Mousai's sushi and Japanese/Korean BBQ; the Preserve's best cocktails.

@hotelmousai

Upscale

DAO 📍

Contemporary Chinese behind Mondrian glass between the Mousai towers.

@hotelmousai

Casual

La Playita 📍

Above the tide at Conchas Chinas beach; twice-daily happy hours. (laplayitapv.com)

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Casual

Chico’s Paradise 📍

River shrimp beside the waterfalls on the Horcones.

@chicosparadise

Casual

El Jacalito 📍

Mismaloya's seafood platters and micheladas in the sand.

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Casual

La Choza (Tony’s) 📍

The legendary palm-thatch lobster spot by the river mouth. Cash, and worth it.

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Café

Cafe Bahia 📍

Yelapa's waterfront tamarindo margaritas in mason jars.

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Casual

El Manguito 📍

Dinner over the Yelapa river, walk home by starlight.

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Upscale

Santuario Yelapa 📍

Organic beachfront dining at the eco-hotel.

@santuarioyelapa

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South Shore Listings

Browse current homes, condos, and lots for sale below. Ask us about titled-vs-ejido status on any property — it’s the first question that matters here.

South Shore, Jalisco

Condo Playa Esmeralda 405

$ 895,000.00 USD

MLS # 43823

3 bedrooms | 3 baths

155.94 m2 / 1,678.56 sqft

Ubicado en Playa Esmeralda, en la exclusiva Costa Sur de Puerto Vallarta, este encantador condominio frente al mar combina el auténtico...

South Shore, Jalisco

Casa Mis Amores

$ 895,000.00 USD

MLS # 32492

5 bedrooms | 5.5 baths

542.10 m2 / 5,835.14 sqft

Magnífica hacienda mexicana ubicada en las colinas de Mismaloya, Puerto Vallarta. Esta joya de 542m² ofrece impresionantes vistas...

South Shore, Jalisco

Villa Oceana

$ 895,000.00 USD

MLS # 40884

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

417.97 m2 / 4,499.07 sqft

Ubicado en la exclusiva costa sur de Mismaloya-Boca de Tomatlán, este amplio lote frente al mar de 1,923 m2 (20,701 pies) ofrece vistas...

South Shore, Jalisco

AMAPAS 314 201

$ 893,155.00 USD

MLS # 43730

1 bedrooms | 2 baths

118.82 m2 / 1,278.93 sqft

Amapas 314 es un exclusivo desarrollo boutique de baja densidad que ofrece solo 11 departamentos, incluye dos niveles subterraneos...

South Shore, Jalisco

Casa Colibri 9

$ 889,000.00 USD

MLS # 41081

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

116.96 m2 / 1,258.92 sqft

Viva el sueño en la codiciada Amapas en este condominio de 1270 pies cuadrados frente al mar, completamente renovado,...

South Shore, Jalisco

Terraza Del Mar 18

$ 886,000.00 USD

MLS # 41208

3 bedrooms | 3 baths

248.07 m2 / 2,670.20 sqft

Experience serene, zen-spa vibes in this spacious ocean-view retreat. Every room offers sweeping views of the Pacific, complemented...

South Shore, Jalisco

Horizon 206

$ 885,000.00 USD

MLS # 35554

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

224.94 m2 / 2,421.21 sqft

English below <p> Enclavado en las serenas colinas de Amapas, a pocos minutos de la vibrante Zona Romántica y la icónica Playa de...

South Shore, Jalisco

MAYAMAR 704 SUR

$ 877,968.00 USD

MLS # 43192

2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths

183.93 m2 / 1,979.84 sqft

Mayamar is an ultra luxury development by Grupo Solcon, set in the lush hills of Amapas with breathtaking panoramic ocean views. Designed...

South Shore, Jalisco

Real de Conchas Chinas 9.2

$ 866,250.00 USD

MLS # 43765

ENGLISH BELOW---Oportunidad única en Conchas Chinas, la zona residencial más exclusiva de Puerto Vallarta. Este espectacular lote...

South Shore, Jalisco

Mayamar 902

$ 860,000.00 USD

MLS # 43121

2 bedrooms | 3 baths

197.87 m2 / 2,129.83 sqft

Mayamar is an ultra luxury development by Grupo Solcon, set in the lush hills of Amapas with breathtaking panoramic ocean views. Designed...

South Shore, Jalisco

MAYAMAR 604 SUR

$ 851,760.00 USD

MLS # 43188

2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths

183.93 m2 / 1,979.84 sqft

Mayamar is an ultra luxury development by Grupo Solcon, set in the lush hills of Amapas with breathtaking panoramic ocean views. Designed...

South Shore, Jalisco

LOS PALMARES 302

$ 849,000.00 USD

MLS # 41799

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

162.17 m2 / 1,745.59 sqft

Residence 302 showcases timeless old-world Vallarta architecture with warm tones and quality finishes, including Saltillo tile flooring,...

South Shore, Jalisco

Sierra del Mar 603

$ 849,000.00 USD

MLS # 43143

3 bedrooms | 2 baths

169.14 m2 / 1,820.59 sqft

[english below] Este atractivo condominio frente al mar en Puerto Vallarta combina el encanto del estilo mexicano tradicional con una...

South Shore, Jalisco

Playa Gemelas Copal 701

$ 849,000.00 USD

MLS # 40774

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

152.44 m2 / 1,640.89 sqft

[English below] Descubre la sofisticación costera en esta excepcional residencia de esquina ubicada en el séptimo piso de Playa Gemelas,...

South Shore, Jalisco

Riviera Amapas 10 (Rivera Ama) 10

$ 845,000.00 USD

MLS # 40882

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

119.54 m2 / 1,286.68 sqft

Descubra su propio paraíso en este encantador condominio totalmente remodelado. La sala de estar de concepto abierto integra a la...

South Shore, Jalisco

Jacarandas 801 Playas Gemelas 801

$ 840,000.00 USD

MLS # 31653

3 bedrooms | 2 baths

152.64 m2 / 1,643.05 sqft

This iconic gated residential community on the south coast of Puerto Vallarta fronts onto an exquisite white sand beach and the crystal...

South Shore, Jalisco

MAYAMAR 504 SUR

$ 825,552.00 USD

MLS # 43184

2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths

183.93 m2 / 1,979.84 sqft

Mayamar is an ultra luxury development by Grupo Solcon, set in the lush hills of Amapas with breathtaking panoramic ocean views. Designed...

South Shore, Jalisco

Riviera Amapas 1

$ 825,000.00 USD

MLS # 43431

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

116.96 m2 / 1,258.92 sqft

English Below<p> Bienvenido a Riviera Amapas 1 Este condominio frente al mar, bellamente remodelado y elegantemente amueblado, cuenta...

South Shore, Jalisco

Penthouse 4

$ 825,000.00 USD

MLS # 39082

2 bedrooms | 3 baths

163.44 m2 / 1,759.26 sqft

PH4 es un exclusivo penthouse de 3 niveles con mÃ¡s de 223 mÂ², rooftop privado y vistas panorÃ¡micas al mar y la jungla. Con...

South Shore, Jalisco

VILLA SIERRA MAR B2 & D2 4D

$ 825,000.00 USD

MLS # 40086

4 bedrooms | 5.5 baths

283.29 m2 / 3,049.38 sqft

Perched above Puerto Vallarta's South Shore coastline, this rare 4-bed, 5-bath villa blends traditional Mexican architecture with extraordinary...

South Shore, Jalisco

Carmelina 507

$ 804,589.00 USD

MLS # 38935

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

104.79 m2 / 1,127.97 sqft

Carmelina offers luxury 1- and 2-bedroom oceanview condos for sale in Puerto Vallarta. Residences include marble floors, quartz kitchens...

South Shore, Jalisco

MAYAMAR 204 SUR

$ 799,344.00 USD

MLS # 43175

2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths

181.93 m2 / 1,958.32 sqft

Mayamar is an ultra luxury development by Grupo Solcon, set in the lush hills of Amapas with breathtaking panoramic ocean views. Designed...

South Shore, Jalisco

Blue Horizon 1003

$ 799,000.00 USD

MLS # 42992

2 bedrooms | 3 baths

203.32 m2 / 2,188.58 sqft

Corner beachfront apartment with breathtaking panoramic ocean views that will leave you speechless. This stunning property features...

South Shore, Jalisco

D TERRACE 501

$ 795,000.00 USD

MLS # 42377

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

154.27 m2 / 1,660.59 sqft

Increible departamento localizado en el lujoso condominio D´Terrace, localizado en el mejor lugar de la zona romantica perfectamente...

South Shore, Jalisco

Estrella del Mar 402

$ 795,000.00 USD

MLS # 42576

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

158.86 m2 / 1,709.97 sqft

This stunning, fourth floor unit showcases panoramic bay and town views, Modern Mexican style, and top-quality details. The bright...

South Shore, Jalisco

TERRENO OXXO 2

$ 779,000.00 USD

MLS # 42038

This beautiful property is the perfect place to build a luxury villa to be enjoyed by the owners or rent it out as a luxury villa property....

South Shore, Jalisco

Mayamar 104 SUR

$ 773,136.00 USD

MLS # 43126

2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths

181.93 m2 / 1,958.32 sqft

Mayamar is an ultra luxury development by Grupo Solcon, set in the lush hills of Amapas with breathtaking panoramic ocean views. Designed...

South Shore, Jalisco

Condo Sylvia 104

$ 760,000.00 USD

MLS # 36137

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

141.88 m2 / 1,527.16 sqft

Welcome to your dream getaway in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco! Nestled in the charming Zona Romántica, this stunning two-bedroom, two-bathroom...

South Shore, Jalisco

30 LOTE SAN XOAQUIN

$ 753,000.00 USD

MLS # 41686

Ubicado en la elegante Colonia San XoaquIn, este lote residencial de casi 900 metros cuadrados se encuentra en esta comunidad de importantes...

South Shore, Jalisco

Condo Claudia 3

$ 749,000.00 USD

MLS # 34242

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

118.86 m2 / 1,279.36 sqft

This beautiful two bed two bath is located just steps from Conchas Chinas beach, ground floor unit. This cozy unit features a beautiful...

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