The Coconut Trees of Playa Las Tortugas

Playa Las Tortugas is set within a huge coconut tree plantation with hundreds of thousands of these slender trees serving as the backdrop for memorable vacations.

On a hot day nothing is more refreshing than chilled coconut water straight from the shell. Just ask your housekeeper to add a few to the refrigerator each day. She will ask a worker to cut them fresh from the trees. During harvest days you will see the younger workers nimbly scamper to the top of the trees in Playa Las Tortugas and with a few deft cuts carefully lower the bundle of coconuts to the ground.

Why coconut trees thrive in Nayarit.

Nayarit's tropical and subtropical climate provides an ideal environment for coconut cultivation. Coconut trees thrive in regions with high temperatures, and ample sunlight and rainfall. The coastal areas of Nayarit including, Playa Las Tortugas offer these exact conditions. The fertile soil in the coastal plains further enhances the growth of coconut palms.

Beautiful and valuable.

In Playa Las Tortugas, coconut trees are not just valued for their aesthetic contribution to the picturesque beaches; they are also an important agricultural commodity for the surrounding towns. They are used for food, including the production of coconut oil, milk, and flour. Coconut water, is highly sought after for its hydration and health benefits.

How did coconut trees arrive in Playa Las Tortugas?

Our coconut trees are believed to have originated from Southeast Asia, where coconuts are native. The trees likely arrived in Mexico during the Spanish colonial period, brought by explorers and traders who introduced them to the tropical regions of the Americas. Once introduced, the coconut palms thrived in Nayarit's warm, coastal environment.