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Wastewater in Sayulita

Alerta Bahía News - Before yesterday morning in Nuevo Vallarta Nayarit, state and federal authorities announced the start-up of the wastewater treatment plant in Sayulita, this means contamination of the area is finished, the next step is that the Oromapas (potable water operator) operate all the service because they are the only ones authorized for such action.

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Director of the State Council of Potable Water of Nayarit Martha Patricia Urenda Delgado reported that the modernization of the wastewater treatment plant in Sayulita is ready, as well as the construction of a submarine emitter which is about to conclude and come to benefit the entire bay.

The plant has already begun to operate with a capacity of 20 liters per second, but it will have a growth of 80 liters per second and is ready to receive all that is generated when it is high holiday season.

Sewage treatment plant said the interviewee, had an investment of 41 million pesos and said that with good maintenance, this plant will have a useful life of 25 years and after this time, then it would require a good investment. They will be working three persons permanently and those determined by Oromapas.

Sayulita: Paradise Lost or Found?

Reading online about the water quality problems in Sayulita really put me off coming here, but my backpacking budget and the opportunity to volunteer at Wildmex lured me to Sayulita like a child to dorilocos. And you know what? I’m so glad I made it here. Here’s my take on Sayulita, as an experienced traveller from Australia, who has done a decent amount of vagabonding, sun-soaking and margarita drinking in Mexico – provecho!

Sayulita, if you don’t know, is about a 45-minute drive North of Puerto Vallarta. Although a relatively new town, made popular by international surf competitions in the 60’s, it still has a cool old-meets-new, chic-meets-rustic hippy vibe, and the great surfing conditions are still one of the main draws.

The town centre is a few cobblestone steps back from the beach, and the main plaza is surrounded by restaurants, such as the environmentally conscious Chocobanana, and a few lively clubs – Yambak and Don Pato being the main multi-level ones. If you hit the clubs a bit earlier in the night you can catch local musicians playing reggae or jazz. Atico is another vibing venue just off the main plaza where you can sip cervezas to live music each night.

The melting pot community here consists of: local surfers from the town or the nearby states of Nayarit or Jalisco; many Mexican, Canadian, American, Argentinian, European, and – of course – Australian tourists; and locals, who live in the area or travel to work here from other towns like Punta de Mita. The eclectic mix of people from all over gives this Pueblo Magico an international feel, as well as some inflated international prices. But it’s still possible to find tasty tacos for 13 pesos. If you want local prices stay away from fancy furnishings and go for roadside huts, and of course make an effort to order in Spanish, or you just may get gringo price.

Paradise Lost

Now there is a big, obvious problem in Sayulita that literally does stink: the sewage treatment plant is right by the local beach. Treated, but still smelly, water runs out into the sea near the point break, and many people here have experienced “Sayulita sickness” after swimming or surfing in the sea nearby. I was not going to swim here initially, as there are plenty of gorgeous beaches nearby (like La Lancha and Playa de los Muertos), however I gave in and have been fine. I would just say: swim when the plant is not operating after 4:00pm, or just go to the left or the right of the sewage facility. Many many people surf and swim here daily and are fine.

But Sayulita shouldn’t be defined by this one potential problem. The people that end up in Sayulita are special, and when you take time to chill in a cafe you will find many people who choose to live here with their families, or at least spend half the year here. It’s easy to strike up a conversation with a local at a cafe, or hitch a ride in one of the golf buggies cruising around – Sayulita has a positive energy. And if you want to be fit and healthy there are mountains to climb, beaches to surf, paddle board and explore, and, if you want to undo all your good efforts afterwards, there are great food and drinks to be had.

Paradise Found

On my first night here the sun was setting near the point break, there was a rainbow to my right, and turtles were being released on the beach. The surreal visuals were reminiscent of a Baz Luhrmann film. Yeah, Sayulita has a water quality problem, due to poor planning, rapid expansion and the infrastructural deficits of a developing country, but if you choose to come here, which I’m glad I did, you can’t help but have a good time! My verdict: Sayulita is the best, most colourful, exciting montage of memories I have made Mexico. Enjoy the food, the beaches and the unfolding story that your footsteps will create.

Article by Shelly McConochie

Poet, writer and doer of things

WildMex La Lancha Punta de Mita by Bus

Puerto Vallarta Airport

To get to WildMex Punta de Mita by Bus when coming from the airport, once you are in the arrivals area, go outside, go across the street on the pedestrian bride and it should drop you right on the bus stop. The line serving
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WildMex Sayulita by Bus Coming from Puerto Vallarta

Sayulita is one of the most important destinations in Mexico. Every year, thousands of tourists visit this Magical Town (known affectionately as Pueblo Mágico) as there are many activities to do for families, friends, loved ones or by yourself.  Sayulita has something to offer for everyone! One of the FAQS about Sayulita transportation is: How do you get to Sayulita by bus?  Keep reading to find the answer!

Our WildMex Office is easily accessible by bus, so if you’re coming from Puerto Vallarta, here is the information you need to have for a safe arrival:

Sayulita by bus coming from PUERTO VALLARTA AIRPORT

When coming from the Puerto Vallarta Airport, exit the airport at the Arrivals area and cross the street on the pedestrian bridge, which ends directly at the bus stop. The line that goes to Sayulita is COMPOSTELA and their buses are green and white.  Look for the name “Sayulita” written on the windshield of the bus.Important note: Not all COMPOSTELA buses go to Sayulita. The COMPOSTELA-SAYULITA buses should pass every 20 minutes. There is always someone working in the bus stop, so you can tell them that you are heading to Sayulita and he will tell you when the right bus comes along.

Sayulita by bus coming from Downtown Puerto Vallarta

If you’re staying downtown, to get to Sayulita you’ll have to take two buses.  The best option is to go from the Malecon and head east, walking a couple blocks up until you see a series of public buses zooming by. Once there, look for a blue sign indicating a bus stop. Take any bus heading north that has “Walmart” written on the windshield. Get off at Walmart. You’ll notice two bus waiting areas. Facing Walmart and Sam’s Club, walk to the larger bus waiting area on the left. There is usually someone with a clipboard stationed there to direct passengers to the correct bus for their desired destination. Board a green and white Compostela bus with the word Sayulita written on the windshield. Not all COMPOSTELA buses go to Sayulita.

Sayulita by bus coming from NUEVO VALLARTA

To take the bus to Sayulita, go to Mega on the main highway (or the closest big convenient store going north) and jump on the green and white Compostela bus with the word “Sayulita” written on the windshield. Not all COMPOSTELA buses go to Sayulita.

WildMex from the Bus Stop

Once you get to the bus station in Sayulita, walk straight on the main street (Revolución), then turn right on the first street after you walk across the bridge (Pelícanos).  Keep going straight towards the beach and you’ll find our office on your left hand, half a block from the sand. There is no missing it!