"Villa Michelle" at Playa Las Tortugas offers a wonderful tropical experience. You can take a 
leisurely walk, or a barefooted run, on miles of pristine sand beach that goes on as far as the eye 
can see. Up the beach just a few hundreds yards is the mouth of the mangrove estuary where you can 
watch numerous species of exotic birds including the resident pelicans.

“I have the privilege of experiencing a working sea-turtle camp firsthand because I am staying at 
Playa Las Tortugas, a charming, ecologically minded property on an otherwise uninhabited stretch of 
pristine beach. Next to a tidal estuary lined with mangroves—where I spend a glorious afternoon in a 
canoe, spotting roseate spoonbills and great blue herons,among other bird species—this property 
demonstrates the value of conscientious development.” Alaska Airlines Magazine 

Fresh fish is on the menu for lunch if you’d like, either purchased from the fisherman on the beach 
or by canoeing or taking a short swim to the neighboring fishing village of Platanitos. There you’ll 
find the tasty “sarandeado” style fresh fish or shrimp barbecued over a mesquite grill, that draws 
locals from miles around. Take the opportunity to enjoy a traditional meal prepared by one of our 
cooking staff, or make yourself at home in our complete kitchen.

As you walk in, the bright, plant-filled entry and sun motif of our roomy villa welcomes you. Just 
off the entryway are your two spacious bedroom suites with private baths, king-sized beds, desks, and 
a terrace with outdoor shower. 

From the bedrooms a gently-curving tiled circular stairwell leads you to the second floor living and 
dining areas which open onto a shaded slate terrace. Here is the perfect place for a cup of coffee 
while taking in magnificent views of the ocean down through rows of coconut palms with their gently 
swaying leaves.

The open kitchen, complete with a breakfast bar, is tiled with colorful hand-made "talavera tile" and 
decorated with glazed pots and vases from various parts of Mexico. Exotic furniture creates a 
comfortable space in the living room.

From the interior living area of the home you head up to your roof-top terrace with its own 
shaded "palapa" and generous views of palm tree-lined beach. Here is an ideal place for sunbathing, 
for a get together to grill your lunch or dinner, or just to enjoy the tropical ocean breezes and 
lovely ocean, estuary and garden views. It is also the perfect place for taking in the unforgettable 
sunsets at Playa Las Tortugas.

“ ... a gorgeous, coconut-producing plantation, an 1,100-acre estuary teeming with exotic birds and a 
turtle camp protecting the endangered olive ridleys ... “ Entrée

Our entire state of Nayarit area enjoys one of the most favorable climates in the world. Average 
daily year-round temperatures range from highs of 80-85 degrees (perfect beach weather) to lows of 60-
70 degrees (perfect sleeping weather). Swim year round, but consider packing a light sweater for the 
evenings in the winter months. Rain, when it falls, generally occurs between June and September as 
night-time or pre-dawn thundershowers.

You can visit small typical Mexican villages, enjoy fresh fish and other local seafood at small 
rustic beachfront restaurants, tour a tropical river and waterfalls, see historic San Blas, and drive 
up through the foothills of the Sierra Madre mountains to colonial Tepic where crafts of the Huichol 
Indians are found.

Playa Las Tortugas has kilometers of uncrowded, clean sand beach, and a number of activities both on 
property and nearby such as Surfing, Wave Kayaking, Boogie Boarding, Fishing, and Shelling, Canoeing, 
Whale Watching, Bird Watching, Walking or Running on Miles of Sand Beach, and Sea Turtle Conservation 
activities (during season) at the Sea Turtle Conservation Camp.

Frequently there is one festival or another in small towns within an hour of our location. There are 
a number of excursions you might take, with or without a guide.

Playa Las Tortugas is located on a section of coastline which is nesting habitat of several species 
of sea turtle in the beautiful state of Nayarit, Mexico 70 miles north of the Puerto Vallarta (PVR) 
International Airport and about 50 miles west of Tepic, the colonial capital of Nayarit. 

We are happy to arrange transportation for you in our private shuttle, you may rent a car and drive 
your self which a large number of our guests do, or if you'd like to be more adventurous you may 
decide to come by bus and local taxi. We can send you details on the numerous car rental companies, 
or instructions on which buses and local taxis to take including approximate costs.

It’s quite easy to find your way from the Puerto Vallarta International Airport to Playa Las 
Tortugas, and the roads are normally well-maintained. Your valid driver's license is accepted in 
Mexico, and the driving rules are virtually the same as most countries. Write us for a copy of 
detailed driving instructions and a map. Your scenic drive north from the airport takes less than 2 
hours and goes through areas of old-growth jungle and coastal hills.

Activities Guide, Local Activities, Local Maps 

Air Conditioning: Super quiet mini-split air conditioning for bedrooms and living areas

Bottled Water 

BBQ Grill: Weber gas grill on the upper terrace next to the palapa

Beach view: Great ocean and beach view! 

Beds: King beds and full baths in all bedroom suites 

Canoes and kayaks available 

Ceiling Fans 

Cook available 

Daily maid service 

Dining Room Seating for 6 

Entertainment: Books, TV, DVD, CD Player, Video library, Stereo System 

Full Kitchen: Complete kitchen with cooking accessories and cooking utensils, Blender, Dishwasher, 
Coffee Grinder, Coffee Maker, Oven, Large Refrigerator, Lobster-Pot, Microwave, Paper Towels, Stove, 
Toaster 

Gardens: Private and large common area gardens with hundreds of tropical plants 

Hair Dryer 

Housekeeper Included 

Internet high speed wireless available

Iron and Ironing Board 

Large covered terrace and sunning terrace, palm-roofed palapa 

Linens Provided: Linen change at mid-stay or every 3 days 

Lounge Seating for 6 

Massage available 

Meal Catering Available: Enjoy meals prepared in your home by our wonderful cooks 

Off Street Parking: Parking spaces on the property 

Outdoor shower 

Patio, Private Palm-Roofed Palapa, Large Tiled and Partially Covered Sunning Terrace 

Pool: Large pool with palapa for the homes at Playa Las Tortugas

Private cook available 

Restaurant dining guide 

Soaps and Shampoo provided 

Toilet Paper provided 

Walkway to Water 

Washer and Dryer:  Laundry service and laundry soap available on request 

No Pets Allowed 

Smoking Not Allowed: No smoking inside please!

Beach, Surfing, Wave Kayaking, Boogie Boarding

Shelling, Canoeing, Whale Watching, Bird Watching

Walking, and Running on miles of sand beach

Fishing, Deep Sea Fishing 

Shelling, Canoeing, Whale Watching

Sea Turtle Conservation activities

Bicycling, Hiking, Boating

Horseback Riding 

Whale Watching  

Children's Pool

"It's an idyllic spot for eco-loving families, located at the end of 11 miles of pristine white-sand 
beach, between the beach and an 1,100-acre salt-water tidal estuary that  's home to more than two 
dozen species of birds including herons, egrets, pelicans, and storks." The Sunday Republican, 
Springfield, MA.

Couples** Regular Season (Nov - May) ..... $1100/week or $175/night, 2 guests maximum 

Regular Season (Nov - May) ..... $1450/week or $230/night, 3 to 6 guests maximum

Christmas/New Year ...... $2200/week, 1 week minimum, can not include both Christmas Day and New 
Year's Day

Couples** Summer Season (Jun - Oct) ...... Sea Turtle Nesting Special $925/week or $150/night, 2 
guests maximum 

Summer Season (Jun - Oct) ...... Sea Turtle Nesting Special Rate $1275/week or $200/night for 3 to 6 
guests maximum

Security Deposit of $250 required.

We are happy to arrange transportation for you in our private shuttle, you may rent a car and drive 
yourself which a number of our guests do, or if you'd like to be more adventurous you may decide to 
come by bus and local taxi. We can send you details on the numerous car rental companies, or 
instructions on which buses and local taxis to take including approximate costs. If you'd like, our 
wonderful cooks can prepare you authentic traditional meals.