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Playa del Amor, commonly referred to in English as the Hidden Beach, is one of the Marieta Islands' top public beach spots, located approximately 22 miles off the coastline of Puerto Vallarta along the mouth of beautiful Banderas Bay. The uninhabited islands have long been used as military testing sites by the Mexican government, and many rock and cave formations on the island have been created as the result of bomb testing, including the terrain of Hidden Beach. Today, the beach creates a safe, sandy haven within the island's lush green topography, perfect for secluded romantic getaways along the crystal-clear waterfront, which is protected as part of the Islas Marietas National Park.
Where to find it: The beach is only accessible via a long water tunnel on the island, with many eco-tour opportunities offering boat excursions to the beachfront for visitors.
Must know: Beachgoers should note that beach access wristbands are restricted to a limited number of guests per day and must be reserved several days in advance of desired visit date.
Islas Marietas, Mexico
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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