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

Amapas 353 303

$ 749,000.00 USD

MLS # 41386

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

105.62 m2 / 1,136.90 sqft

Welcome to Amapas 353 #303 — where every evening delivers front-row seats to unforgettable sunsets and the shimmering beauty of Banderas...

South Shore, Jalisco

Monte Vista 2A

$ 749,000.00 USD

MLS # 41503

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

174.03 m2 / 1,873.31 sqft

Perched in the sought-after Amapas neighborhood, this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in Monte Vista offers sweeping...

South Shore, Jalisco

Blue Horizon 903

$ 749,000.00 USD

MLS # 41988

2 bedrooms | 3 baths

183.41 m2 / 1,974.24 sqft

[ENGLISH BELOW] Blue Horizon 903 Ubicado en el piso 9, Blue Horizon 903 ofrece espectaculares vistas panorámicas al mar, a la ciudad...

South Shore, Jalisco

Villas Loma Linda A5

$ 730,000.00 USD

MLS # 43158

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

167.57 m2 / 1,803.69 sqft

Perched atop Villas Loma Linda, this updated, charming penthouse offers sweeping ocean, sunset, and city views from every room including...

South Shore, Jalisco

Terrazas Del Mar 11

$ 728,500.00 USD

MLS # 36991

3 bedrooms | 3 baths

261.26 m2 / 2,812.23 sqft

Condominio en Terrazas del Mar, una joya en una zona exclusiva. Este espacioso condominio de 3 recámaras y 3 baños cuenta con una...

South Shore, Jalisco

AMAPAS 314 001

$ 721,448.00 USD

MLS # 43694

1 bedrooms | 2 baths

118.48 m2 / 1,275.27 sqft

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

South Shore, Jalisco

PUNTA NEGRA 102

$ 720,000.00 USD

MLS # 35539

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

144.45 m2 / 1,554.82 sqft

Un hallazgo poco comÃºn, frente al mar en una de las mejores ubicaciones de Vallarta, Punta Negra. Esta unidad cuenta con 2 recamaras,...

South Shore, Jalisco

Real de Conchas Chinas 9.4

$ 705,513.00 USD

MLS # 43767

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

South Shore, Jalisco

LOFTS LOS DELFINES 4B

$ 699,000.00 USD

MLS # 41679

2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths

172.92 m2 / 1,861.26 sqft

Turnkey ocean-view loft in the exclusive Conchas Chinas neighborhood. Located in the boutique Lofts Los Delfines building, this unit...

South Shore, Jalisco

PH 1 La Iguana 1 - 1

$ 699,000.00 USD

MLS # 40325

3 bedrooms | 4 baths

264.34 m2 / 2,845.37 sqft

English Below<p> ¡Bienvenido a Iguana PH1! Esta hermosa casa, ubicada en las colinas de Mismaloya (a unos 20 minutos al sur de...

South Shore, Jalisco

Renaissance 1

$ 695,000.00 USD

MLS # 38853

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

127.60 m2 / 1,373.51 sqft

This two-bedroom condominium is located in a boutique building in the highly desirable area of Amapas. Adjacent to the romantic zone,...

South Shore, Jalisco

Playa Encantada 2

$ 695,000.00 USD

MLS # 41077

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

101.66 m2 / 1,094.29 sqft

Discover coastal living at its finest in this beautifully furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence, offering just over 101 m² of...

South Shore, Jalisco

AMAPAS 314 301

$ 690,207.00 USD

MLS # 43691

1 bedrooms | 1 baths

81.99 m2 / 882.53 sqft

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

South Shore, Jalisco

Solamar 81

$ 679,000.00 USD

MLS # 42371

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

130.35 m2 / 1,403.10 sqft

Condo in Solamar - Breathtaking Ocean Views! Welcome to your dream beachfront retreat in Solamar, one of Puerto Vallarta's most prestigious...

South Shore, Jalisco

SOLAMAR 54

$ 675,000.00 USD

MLS # 41610

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

129.95 m2 / 1,398.80 sqft

Espectacular condominio con vista a la bahía en Puerto Vallarta Este condominio de 2 habitaciones y 2 baños, bellamente decorado,...

South Shore, Jalisco

Morada Kathy 1001

$ 668,800.00 USD

MLS # 43715

3 bedrooms | 2 baths

152.64 m2 / 1,643.05 sqft

Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and iconic Los Arcos / Mismaloya views from Morada Kathy, a spacious 152.70 m² (1,643 sq ft) beachfront...

South Shore, Jalisco

Amapas I Loft-11

$ 659,000.00 USD

MLS # 40625

2 bedrooms | 3 baths

240.46 m2 / 2,588.31 sqft

English below<p> Disfruta de impresionantes vistas al mar y atardeceres en Amapas 1, una joya arquitectónica galardonada con solo...

South Shore, Jalisco

Punta Negra 403

$ 650,000.00 USD

MLS # 44095

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

140.62 m2 / 1,513.60 sqft

This beautiful beachfront residence captures sweeping views of the sandy shoreline and crystal-blue waters of Vallarta's famed South...

South Shore, Jalisco

Villas La Iguana 7

$ 650,000.00 USD

MLS # 41845

3 bedrooms | 3 baths

253.70 m2 / 2,730.88 sqft

Designed for buyers seeking space, character, and long-term value, this generously sized condominium offers a layout rarely found in...

South Shore, Jalisco

Casa Estrella

$ 649,000.00 USD

MLS # 42262

4 bedrooms | 5 baths

399.85 m2 / 4,304.00 sqft

Casa con espectaculares vistas al mar y la montaña, ideal para inversión. Cuenta con muelle privado y amplias terrazas. Excelente...

South Shore, Jalisco

Condo Caracol D4

$ 646,067.00 USD

MLS # 43149

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

181.03 m2 / 1,948.63 sqft

Condominio Caracol, Conchas Chinas , representa una oportunidad única para quienes buscan vistas al océano, amplitud y alto potencial...

South Shore, Jalisco

MAYAMAR 701 SUR

$ 636,660.00 USD

MLS # 43189

2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths

130.95 m2 / 1,409.56 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

AMAPAS 314 402

$ 632,708.00 USD

MLS # 43729

1 bedrooms | 1 baths

74.72 m2 / 804.31 sqft

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

South Shore, Jalisco

Real de Conchas Chinas 9.5

$ 632,451.00 USD

MLS # 43768

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

South Shore, Jalisco

Carmelina 201

$ 632,346.00 USD

MLS # 38931

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

89.52 m2 / 963.55 sqft

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

South Shore, Jalisco

TERRAZA DEL MAR 6

$ 625,000.00 USD

MLS # 41621

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

216.28 m2 / 2,328.03 sqft

This spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence is located in the charming Terraza del Mar condominium, a beautiful Mexican-style community...

South Shore, Jalisco

Amapas I Loft-12

$ 624,000.00 USD

MLS # 40626

2 bedrooms | 3 baths

223.42 m2 / 2,404.86 sqft

English Below<p> Disfruta de impresionantes vistas al mar y atardeceres en Amapas 1, una joya arquitectónica galardonada con solo...

South Shore, Jalisco

MAYAMAR 601 SUR

$ 617,796.00 USD

MLS # 43185

2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths

130.95 m2 / 1,409.56 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

AMAPAS 314 302

$ 616,088.00 USD

MLS # 43692

1 bedrooms | 1 baths

74.06 m2 / 797.20 sqft

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

South Shore, Jalisco

Dos Vistas Bay Residence 302

$ 599,000.00 USD

MLS # 43167

2 bedrooms | 2 baths

193.93 m2 / 2,087.44 sqft

Esta residencia de 2 rec�maras y 2 ba�os, con un dise�o muy bien pensado, est� distribuida de forma �nica...

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