Check out the PDF linked below by clicking VIEW for all of our recommendations in Sayulita. The Welcome Event Friday night will be held in Sayulita at La Rustica so you'll have a chance to check out this charming beach town. 15 minute drive from the Conrad. Can either arrange private transportation through the hotel ($56 USD one way - would recommend if in a large group and can split). Otherwise taxi's in town will charge $400-700 pesos ($20-$35 USD) depending on how good you can negotiate. Taxis in town can be found in Sayulita Plaza.
If you're looking for dining recommendations for Thursday night at the Conrad, here are some suggestions. We recommend making a reservation via OpenTable ahead of time! Codex = The nicest restaurant on property. Traditional fresh Mexican in a secluded beachside location. Mezquite = Beachside restaurant for breakfast & dinner serving American and Mexican dishes. For dinner, we highly recommend the whole catch of the day. Arbol = Casual, open all day. The breakfast buffet which comes with your reservation is located here. Paleta = Poolside bar & restaurant Aura = Adult pool bar & restaurant Tuki = Lobby bar
Downtown Punta Mita is about 10 mins by car from the Conrad. Check out: Hector's Kitchen MINA Norma's Tacos Tuna Blanca NAEF Restaurant Four Seasons Punta Mita St. Regis Punta Mita
The Conrad offers surfing, deep sea fishing, whale-watching, paddle boarding and luxury sail rides a long the beachfront strip of the hotel. Please contact the concierge to book your activity or they can direct you to several businesses offering classes and rentals.
For those more experienced surfers check out two great surfing spots - Playa La Lancha or Sayulita! For La Lancha - you can rent a board here https://wildmex.com/en/ and walk to the beach.