Majahuitas is where I go when I want a beach day to turn into a party. The jungle setting, music, and boat ride make it a very different outing from a beach club in town.
I’ve been coming to Puerto Vallarta since 2021 and later made a home in Versalles. Majahuitas is one of the places I keep returning to with friends. I love the mini-festival feeling—but the party and the family beach day are different bookings.
This guide covers both, along with the part I wouldn’t leave to chance: getting back by boat after dark.
What is Majahuitas Puerto Vallarta?
Majahuitas is a boat-access cove on the southern shore of Banderas Bay, between Quimixto and Yelapa. Travel time depends on your departure pier, stops, and sea conditions; a boat from Boca isn’t the same journey as a larger cruise from Puerto Vallarta.
What makes Majahuitas stand out is Majahuitas beach club, which changes depending on when you visit.
- Saturdays: The club advertises adults-only music events. Check the current lineup, admission terms, and transport for your date.
- Sundays: The advertised family beach day is a separate package, with its own food, drinks, activities, and return schedule.
Choose the actual event or tour, not just a weekday or weekend. A daytime sightseeing stop, Sunday’s beach-day package, and Saturday’s music event don’t include the same facilities, food, or transport.
There’s no road to Majahuitas, so the only way to get there is by boat.
The Majahuitas Beach Club Experience
The Saturday party is the version I love: DJs, dancing on the sand, and lights in the jungle after dark. Check the event’s lineup and ticket terms for your date. Compare it with other Puerto Vallarta beach clubs if you’re choosing between a party and a quieter day.
I always have a great time here. It’s so much fun dancing the night away with the backdrop of swaying palm trees, as the tropical sunset transforms into a beautiful starry night sky. They also illuminate the trees at night and feature fire displays, creating an incredible atmosphere.
It’s basically an Instagram thirst trap, with swings, lights, and mirrors everywhere. But I love it.
Food and drinks: The cocktails here are pricey but absolutely delicious, with tropical flavors that pair perfectly with the beach vibes.
A big heads-up: on our visits, the staff gave one bill per table, which can turn into a bit of a nightmare at the end of the night when everyone’s tipsy and trying to remember what they ordered. Track your spending to make things easier, and check the itemized bill for any service line before deciding what to add. We accidentally tipped twice on an earlier visit—don’t repeat our double-tipping mistake, as we did.
The food arrangement depends on your booking. Don’t assume the buffet I remember from an earlier party is today’s menu, or that a party ticket includes unlimited drinks. Ask about meal times, minimum spend, and outside-food rules before going.
How to Get to Majahuitas Beach Club from Puerto Vallarta
Unless you’re lucky enough to have your own yacht rental (which is definitely an option), there are two main ways to get to Majahuitas:
- Public water taxi (panga) from Boca de Tomatlán:
- Boca is the central hub for taking water taxis (pangas) to the beaches along the coast. You can reach Boca by bus or taxi/app car. Allow for traffic on the coastal road and waiting at the pier.
- Ask locally whether a shared panga will stop at Majahuitas that day. Confirm club admission separately; a boat landing isn’t an event ticket. Don’t rely on a fixed 6 pm last boat.
- Staying for the party? Arrange a licensed, properly equipped return boat before you leave, including the pickup time, landing pier, fare, life jackets, and a contact number. Don’t leave a night transfer to a last-minute negotiation.
- On one trip, my friends and I ended up in Nuevo Vallarta instead of PV after our boat driver vanished mid-party. Another time, we paid 4000 pesos for nine people to Los Muertos pier and swam with bioluminescence on the way back. Those are older trip memories, not a current fare or a recommendation to swim from a returning boat at night.
- Vallarta Adventures party boat package:
- The event transfer’s boarding pier and inclusions depend on your ticket. Confirm both the departure and return pier, not just the word “marina.”
- The club’s own pages show conflicting Saturday return times, around 10–10:30 pm. Follow the confirmation for your booking and be ready before boarding.
- It’s more organized but feels crowded. Personally, I prefer the panga from Boca—it’s a shorter, bumpier ride, but less packed. Some friends feel the opposite, though, so it comes down to personal preference.
- Allow the whole afternoon and evening: Add check-in and the ride back to the event time. Don’t book a tight connection afterward.
If you want to visit Majahuitas, you need to make a reservation in advance, which you can request through the club’s official contact page or start by checking this music-event listing.
The beach club doesn’t offer overnight accommodation. Book a return transfer as part of your evening plan, with the exact landing pier confirmed. A daytime public panga isn’t an after-party shuttle.
I love the lights, the music, and all the photo spots around the club. Keep your phone charged for the return coordination, and make sure someone in your group is keeping track of the plan.
Best Majahuitas Tours
For a family beach day without the Saturday party, look at the Sunday package. Other sightseeing tours may stop in the cove on different days, but that doesn’t automatically include beach-club admission or facilities.
Book the version that fits your day: time at the club, a Yelapa village stop, or a music event. Read the actual itinerary before paying—those are three different experiences.
Kayaking, paddleboarding, and snorkeling depend on conditions and your package. Follow the crew’s instructions and wear the required life jacket. It’s one of the best places for snorkeling in Puerto Vallarta, but visibility and fish sightings vary; it isn’t always clear or calm.
#1. Yelapa and Majahuitas: compare the exact tour
Check current itinerary | 🕛 7 hours | Check availability here
This Vallarta Adventures day tour takes you on an adventure to Majahuitas and Yelapa – another of my favorite beach towns near Puerto Vallarta.
This is the Yelapa-and-Majahuitas itinerary, not a ticket to Saturday’s music event. In Yelapa, choose between village time, the town waterfall walk, and the beach according to your stop length; the longer inland waterfall is a separate hike.
The Majahuitas portion is a cove stop with water activities when conditions allow. Check where lunch is served and which drinks are included on your departure; don’t assume it comes with the full beach-club day package.
What’s included on this tour?
- Boat ride from Puerto Vallarta
- Two stops at Yelapa and Majahuitas
- Lunch
- Snorkeling and kayaking equipment
- Drinks as specified by the booking; not an unlimited beach-club bar by default
So much more than we expected! Crew was so fun and helpful. Had a blast, loved the smaller towns near PV.
– Addison (read more reviews here)
#2. Majahuitas All-Inclusive Beach Day
Check current itinerary | 🕛 6 hours | Check availability here
This all-inclusive beach day tour starts with boat transport to Majahuitas. The operator currently promotes it for Sundays. Families can use the beach and included water-sports equipment, but children still need supervision and the sea isn’t guaranteed gentle.
The current direct package lists a BBQ lunch, beer, fruit-flavored water, and water-sports equipment. Other drinks and dock fees may be extra. The Viator listing describes its drinks differently, so confirm the terms of the exact product you buy.
This is the option to compare if you want beach-club time instead of an evening DJ event. Check the boarding location, mobility restrictions, age rules, and check-in instructions; different booking pages give different arrival buffers.
This was such a nice trip! My wife and I went on this excursion and it was the perfect mix of fun and relaxing.
– Nicolas (Read more reviews here)
What to Bring & Tips for Visiting Majahuitas
For a late party, I plan the transport first. Then I can enjoy the music without wondering which pier I’ll end up at.
What to Bring:
- Cash: Many boat taxis and some vendors only accept cash. Bring small bills for tips and unexpected costs.
- Swimsuit and cover-up: You’ll spend most of the day in and out of the water.
- Towel and dry clothes: Especially useful for the ride back at night when it can get chilly on the boat.
- Sunscreen and hat: There’s some shade, but the sun is strong all day.
- Food plan: Check meal inclusions and outside-food rules. Don’t assume a buffet or unlimited snacks comes with every ticket.
- Phone case or dry bag: Protect your electronics during boat transfers.
Tips for Visiting:
- Book your boat ride in advance: Especially if you plan to stay late, secure your return ride before you start partying to avoid chaos later.
- Track your orders: We received one tab per table on our visits. Agree how your group will split it before the end of the night.
- Read the bill: Check any service line and ask what it covers before adding a tip. Our old bill isn’t proof of today’s policy.
- Pick the right booking: Saturday music events, Sunday’s family package, and sightseeing-boat stops aren’t interchangeable.
- Water before cocktails: Finish swimming and paddling before drinking alcohol. Keep enough energy and phone battery for the return transfer.
- Stick to your pickup: Be at the agreed spot early and contact your operator if the plan changes. Don’t choose a departure time from an old blog schedule.
FAQ: Majahuitas Puerto Vallarta
Can you stay overnight at Majahuitas beach?
The beach club currently says it does not offer accommodation. Arrange a return boat or event transfer before you go; don’t arrive expecting to stay the night.
How do I get to Majahuitas from Puerto Vallarta?
Use a confirmed event transfer, a private boat, or a locally arranged panga from Boca de Tomatlán. Check club admission separately and agree on the return time, pickup point, and landing pier in advance.
Where is Majahuitas Beach?
It is a boat-access cove on the southern shore of Banderas Bay, between Quimixto and Yelapa, south of Puerto Vallarta.
What’s the best way to see Majahuitas Beach?
Choose the experience first: Saturday’s adults-only music event, Sunday’s family beach-day package, or a sightseeing cruise that stops in the cove. Compare transport and inclusions before booking.
Do you need to book in advance to visit Majahuitas Beach?
Yes for beach-club events and packaged tours. Check the current ticket terms, age rules, food and drink inclusions, and return transport. A panga fare alone doesn’t include club admission.
How far is Majahuitas from Puerto Vallarta?
Boat time varies with the departure pier, boat, stops, and sea conditions. A cruise from Puerto Vallarta is longer than a panga from Boca. Use the operator’s check-in and return schedule, not a fixed journey time from an old guide.
Can I swim or snorkel at Majahuitas?
Only when the sea conditions are suitable. Visibility, waves, and currents vary. Follow the crew’s instructions, wear the required life jacket, keep clear of boat approaches, and don’t swim after drinking.
What to do in Majahuitas?
Beach time, snorkeling, kayaking, and paddleboarding may be available through your package when conditions allow. Saturday music events are separate from Sunday’s family beach day. Finish water activities before drinking alcohol.
Keep your booking confirmation and return-boat details available offline.
Final thoughts: Majahuitas Puerto Vallarta
I’ve been to Majahuitas multiple times, and the music nights are still a favorite outing with friends. I love how the lights change the whole feel of the beach after dark.
Pick the party or the beach day, check what’s included, and settle the return boat before you go. Bring good company and keep an eye on your tab—that’s the version of this day I’d recommend.
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