Av. Costera y Playa S/N, Nuevo Nayarit, NAY, 63732, Mexico

Activities

vibe & play
Splash. Play. Celebrate.

Discover a world of authentic Nuevo Nayarit adventure and laid-back luxury, set beside the famous Nuevo Nayarit Beach—known for its crystal-clear waters and sea turtle snorkeling. Enjoy everything from live music and themed nights to poolside games, dance lessons, and nightly shows in an elegant setting. Spend your days kayaking, yoga sessions, or exploring nearby cenotes, then unwind with romantic evening entertainment designed for couples seeking both excitement and relaxation.

ADDITIONAL FEE
Dolphin Orca Spotting
Watch for dolphins, orcas and seasonal whales on boat excursions toward the Marietas Islands and Banderas Bay waters.
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Kids Club Games
Children can take part in supervised kids’ club activities, with a daily children’s program designed for ages 5 to 12.
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Flamingos Golf Round
Play a round at Flamingos Golf Club, an established course about 3 km and only a few minutes’ drive from the hotel.
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Beach Kayaking
Paddle out from the hotel’s own stretch of Banderas Bay beach using included non-motorized kayaks.
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Boogie Board Riding
Catch gentle shore break and practice your balance with included boogie board use from the beachfront activity program.
Oceanfront sunset view from a Junior Suite Ocean Front balcony at Samba Vallarta with palms and beach below.
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Beach Swimming

Swim from the resort’s long, sandy, swimmable beach along the calm Banderas Bay coastline of Riviera Nayarit.

Resort pool with cabanas, palms, loungers, and guest buildings at Samba Vallarta.
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Pool Swimming
Cool off in the resort’s interconnected outdoor pools, including a temperature-controlled swimming pool area for easy daytime dips.
Pool with colorful slides and guest buildings at Samba Vallarta.
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Pirate Ship Slides
Little travelers can splash and slide in the dedicated children’s pool area featuring a pirate ship with slides.
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Yoga Classes
Start the day with on-site yoga instruction, stretching and breathing in a relaxed resort setting.
Fitness center with weight machines and cardio equipment at Samba Vallarta.
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Fitness Classes
Join scheduled on-site fitness classes for an active break between beach time, pool time and meals.
Fitness center with spin bikes, dumbbells, and benches at Samba Vallarta.
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Gym Workouts
Keep your routine going with a workout in the resort’s modern fitness center.
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Beach Volleyball
Gather a team for a friendly volleyball match on property, one of the resort sports available to guests.
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Basketball Games
Shoot hoops or join a casual basketball game without leaving the resort.
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Paradise Plaza Shopping
Browse shops at Paradise Plaza, a nearby shopping area about five minutes from the resort.
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Aquaventuras Water Park
Spend the day on slides and pools at Aquaventuras Park, about 4.5 km from the Nuevo Vallarta hotel area.
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Nightly Family Show
Enjoy the resort’s included evening show or family activity, scheduled nightly as part of the all-inclusive program.
Spa treatment room with two massage tables at Samba Vallarta.
ADDITIONAL FEE
Spa Massage
Book a massage or spa package in the on-site treatment rooms, with options such as hot-stone massage and beauty treatments.
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Beauty Treatments
Refresh with a facial or beauty service at the resort spa, available for guests who want extra pampering.
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Whale Watching Cruise
Head out on a Banderas Bay boat tour during humpback season, roughly December through March, with peak sightings from late December to early March.
ADDITIONAL FEE
Marietas Islands Boat Trip

Visit the protected Marietas Islands marine reserve and famous Hidden Beach area, reached by a roughly 17-mile boat trip along Riviera Nayarit.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT FAQs

Samba Vallarta organizes daily activities for both adults and children from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., plus a nightly show or family activity from 8:00 to 8:45 p.m. as part of the all-inclusive plan. Guests can also enjoy non-motorized water sports, a fitness center, yoga and fitness classes, a billiards table, an arcade/game room, and basketball and volleyball courts right on the property.

Yes. Samba Vallarta is marketed as a family-friendly, all-inclusive resort with spacious rooms, interconnected pools and daily activities ideal for families, friends or couples. The resort offers programming for guests of all ages, making it a welcoming option whether you are traveling with kids or as a couple.

Samba Vallarta offers a kids’ club and daily children’s program running from roughly 10:00/10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., along with a shaded playground on site. The children’s program is designed for younger guests as part of the resort’s family-friendly all-inclusive experience.

Samba Vallarta features three interconnected outdoor pools, including a temperature-controlled heated pool and a dedicated children’s pool area with a pirate ship and slides. Pool umbrellas and loungers are available throughout the pool areas for relaxing between activities.

Guests at Samba Vallarta can enjoy swimming right on the hotel’s own long, sandy beach on Banderas Bay, along with kayaking directly from the beach and other non-motorized water sports such as boogie boards, all included in the all-inclusive plan. Water aerobics in the pool is also part of the daily activity schedule.

Samba Vallarta has an on-site fitness center along with daily fitness classes and yoga instruction for guests who want to stay active during their stay. The resort’s spa also offers massages and facials for guests looking to relax after a day of activities.

Yes, Samba Vallarta includes a nightly show or family entertainment program from 8:00 to 8:45 p.m. as part of its all-inclusive activities schedule, giving guests of all ages something to enjoy after dinner at the resort.

Samba Vallarta offers tours and ticket assistance for guests who want to explore Riviera Nayarit, including whale watching in Banderas Bay (roughly December through March, with peak sightings late December to early March) and boat trips to the Marietas Islands to see the protected marine reserve, dolphins and blue-footed boobies along the way.

Golf is available near Samba Vallarta, with an established course just a few minutes’ drive from the resort, making it easy for golf-loving guests to add a round to their Samba Vallarta all-inclusive stay.

Beyond its pools and beach, Samba Vallarta provides bicycle rentals, a garden and terrace, an arcade/game room, a billiards table, courts for basketball and volleyball, and tours/ticket assistance for arranging outings, all supporting an active, activity-filled stay at Samba Vallarta.

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