I have to start by saying that we are Four Seasons Elite members (own Four Seasons branded residences) and we didn't really know what to expect from this sort of a concept other than we expected it to be polished. We are not the "camping" type so we were hesitant. Naviva is a unique one of a kind experience. It is more like going and staying in a luxury fully staffed villa with 16 individual rooms. Everything is top notch. Whatever you would want whenever you would like although most people were generally only demanding services during normal hours based on our experience

We did a 4 night stay for our 21st Anniversary. We have been to Punta Mita more than 40 times over the years and have stayed all all types of accommodations. This is more like staying at a fully staffed luxury villa than a hotel. You basically have a private chef to cook anything you could imagine (although they do have a daily special for each meal and we usually did that or a variation of it as our base entree) and full staff for anything else you would want to do.

Upon arrival, we were greeted at the entrance by Miguel the operations Manager & a whole team of staff, treating us like family from the second we arrived. We were 1 of 2 "tents" that were occupied the first night but then the remaining nights the property was about 75% full. I don't know which I preferred because even at 75% occupancy, the service was spectacular and the property had a bit more of an active vibe to it. The entire staff knew our names and quickly identified our preferences and schedule which was nice.

You will not be disappointed with the F&B at this property. Upon arrival, we met with the chefs and gave our preferences and allergies (only shellfish for my wife). They came to us with lots of options that incorporated all of our requests. My only suggestion would be to have a small general menu as a starting point. Sometimes you can forget where to even start (there is a room service menu on the app that does provide a few options). The wine and drink selection was incredible as well. They only use organic wines and/or wines that have a female owner or wine maker right now. Those rotate but you can always find a great option. Their spirits were creative and top notch and their tequila list that they included in your rate were some of the best I have had.

The staff was out of this world. It is very different than a normal hotel where everyone has uniforms and name tags. This staff intentionally can wear a number of different styles and they are encouraged to linger and chat with the guests.....even have a small glass of wine or drink with you. It is really a nice touch to what is usually a very formal working environment with Four Seasons.

The massages we received from Ana & Xadeni are incredible and in such a unique environment. I don't do a lot of massages but I would always take one here. Did I mention that one 90 minute massage per person is included with your stay?!!

When we were there, they had a turtle release. 40 Sea turtles were released into the ocean to support a project they have trying to get these beautiful creatures to come back and lay their eggs in the same place they were released in 6-8 years. It was an incredible experience.

There are so many other things to do while you are there. Hiking, outdoor gym, shore fishing, cardio boxing (training by an ex professional fighter named "Ram"), yoga classes on the ocean front, wine tasting, tequila/mezcal tasting, cooking classes, temzcal ceremony, snorkeling, diving.....too much to even list here.

Overall, I give them a 10 of 10 on execution and the overall property. While it is on the expensive side at ~$4,000/night all in, you are truly getting an ocean front villa/suite/tent with a private pool and everything else is included. That said, it seems to prove to be a good value and something that you would really have a hard time duplicating anywhere else other than on an ultra luxury safari.

Thanks to everyone on the team....Well done!!......Superfly (grow your handle bars back:), Pollo, Pollito, Danny, Miguel, Jass, Ram, Carlos and everyone else!!

We will be back......soon!!!