Chacala Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
human settlement in Nayarit, Mexico
About Chacala
At the southern end of the beach, gentle surf murmurs over black volcanic rocks. In the middle of the crescent, a half-dozen palm-shaded restaurants serve fresh fish and shrimp (and keep a machete on hand for those new-fallen coconuts). To the north, two dozen battered fishing boats are tied to a modest dock. The name means "where there are shrimp" in Náhuatl, and is part of the coastline known as the Riviera Nayarita. The population consists of approximately 300 full-time residents, but can swell to over 1000 during Mexico's most popular vacation periods such as Semana Santa, (Easter Week) and Christmas. Chacala's climate is tropical, hot and humid, characterized by high rainfall – the fifth highest in the country, averaging 1000-1500 mm (40-60 in) per annum. The rains are concentrated in
Top Attractions in Chacala
Explore the best things to see and do in Chacala:
- ★Altavista Ceremonial Complex
- ★Chacala Escapes
Where to Eat in Chacala
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Chac Mool
- 🍴Las Brisas
- 🍴Majahua
- 🍴Mauna Kea Cafe
Where to Stay in Chacala
- 🏨Casa Chacala
- 🏨Chacala Vacation Rentals
- 🏨Majahua
- 🏨Mar de Jade
- 🏨Techos de Mexico (Roofs of Mexico)
Chacala Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including: