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Ixtapa Zihuatanejo - Tours, Side-Trips, Archaeology, Ecology, etc.

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Local
Tour and Ground Operator Agencies offer a large variety of tours,
side-trips, entertainment and activities in and nearby
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo.
Most
tours can be purchased at hotel's lobbies Tour Operators' hospitality
desks. In the case of small hotels without hospitality desks, the
personnel at the front desk will put you in touch with the Tour Operator
Agency that offers service to the hotel's front door.
Take
note that tours listed herein may not be available at certain times
of the year or may be temporarily discontinued. Consult a tour-operator.
Fiesta
Mexicana - Savor the taste of a vast Mexican cuisine buffet
dinner and open bar.
Get
caught up in sights and sounds... the mariachi, the violins, the
guitars, the brass, the vitality of traditional Mexican dances. Contest
and ruffles. Fun for all the family. From US$45.00. Children under 12
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Countryside
& Barra (River & Sea) - Discover nature wonders. Visit tropical
fruit plantations, experience the production of Terracotta clay work and
peek on a bird sanctuary where the sea meets a river. US$69.00 including
lunch.
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Magical
Sunset Cruises - Sail through a spectacular sunset in a catamaran
and then steal across a sea under a blanket of stars. Romance and magic
at its best. Music and fun. Open bar, US$59.00
Fiesta
Bamba Yacht -
Offers three types of tours: "Fiesta Snorkel" in the morning, "Fiesta
Sunset" in the evenings and "Fiesta Bay" with disco music at night. From
US$30.00 depending on tour. Some tours includes snack and/or open bar.
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Las Gatas
Beach - Feels like getting into a giant sea water swimming pool
because of its rock reef built by our ancestors, that works as a waves
breaker. Lots and lots of snorkeling and great time. Lunch included,
US$37.00
King
of Kings - A visit to the 12 feet high bronze statue of Christ
sunken in Zihuatanejo's Bay near Las Gatas Beach. By boat.
If
you are adventurous and a good swimmer, you can snorkel from the beach
to its location around the reef. Take a life jacket as precaution.
ATV's
Tour - Experience the excitement of conquering one of the most
beautiful environments of our region. All terrain vehicles (ATV) are
easily mastered by all drivers and provide a smooth and safe ride for
everyone. Soft drinks included. A very experienced guide on this type of
tour will go along. US$125.00 for one person or US$135.00 for two in
same ATV.
Ixtapa
Island - Swim, snorkel, fish from its shore or just relax and get
a gorgeous suntan. Explore the three bountiful beaches. Partake in water
sports offered, have lots of fun. Delicious seafood lunch by the sea.
From US$37.00 and US$57.00 with snorkel included. |
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Horseback
Riding - From a "Playa Linda" beach ranch near Ixtapa. Docile and
tranquil horses. Visit the country side like old times, including Pantla
River. Experienced horseman will guide you and go with you during the
whole trip. Also available at "Playa Larga" beach near Zihuatanejo,
with a ride along this beautiful open sea beach and to the natural
wildlife lagoon. From US$55.00
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Petatlan
- Bound to nearby Petatlan's main square only 25 min. from our town,
where you'll visit their small and typical "gold market" and the famous
"Cristo Jesus de Petatlan" church where many miracles are said to have
happened. Lunch is included.
Many
catholic worshipers come from all over our country and from abroad to
ask for help and miracles to the renown and loved
"Papa Chuy" |
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo City Tour US$33.00 and Zihuatanejo Resort Tour with a delicious sunset dinner
included from US$59.00
Or
what about a guided tour on Kayak, or one
of bird watching, or
bicycle exploration, or jungle hiking
or another of the many adventure and fun tours we have available in our
area.
and many more tours...
these are just a small sample !!!
Most
tours provide round trip transportation from your hotel, experienced
bilingual guides and a super fantastic time on all of them!
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If
you plan to buy a tour (fishing, diving, sightseeing, etc) don't do it
from a person on the street or on the beach, he may not comply with the
offering and you will loose your money and time.
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Playa
Larga Beach - Many informal seashore restaurants with good
seafood and reasonable prices. Lots of tan and a very long beach but be
very careful, it's open sea.
Barra
de Potosi (River & Sea) - Where almost in any restaurant you can
pick the fish you want them to cook at your liking and taste. Reasonable
prices. Sea and river beach in the same spot.
Archaeology
Museum - Located on "Playa Principal" beach. Many relics from our
region. Cultural and interesting. US$1.00 donation fee. Bilingual museum
guide is available for an extra fee and it is highly recommended if you don't
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Playa
Las Gatas Beach - You must take a short boat ride across
Zihuatanejo's bay (approx. a 10 min. trip). Buy round trip ticket at the
main pier, approx. US$4.00 per person. Check for time of last boat
returning to pier, service usually from 8:00a.m. 'till 6:00p.m. The
boats run like a shuttle-bus, you can take any boat going or coming back
but it has to be from the same company (cooperative) you bought your
ticket; just show it to them. You can also hire them for an exclusive
round trip. Lots of restaurants and activities here.
Ixtapa
Island - You can take the boat from the Playa Linda pier, approx.
a 10 min. boat ride. Buy round trip ticket at pier, approx. US$4.00 per
person. Check for time of last boat returning to mainland, service
usually from 8:00a.m. 'till 5:00p.m. Boats operate as Playa Las Gatas
beach shuttle. |
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Food
and drinks prices are higher at the island than in mainland.
Or discover on your own any of the
many interesting and beautiful places
we have around our area
If
you'll like to do your own discovery tours, please seek advice from the
personnel at your hotel on how to get there and what you can expect to
find and do.
Consider
that sometimes it may be cheaper to buy a tour from an operator than to
do it on your own, specially for those that have transportation, meal
and activities included.
Some
tour-operators agencies offer tours to the town of "La Soledad de Maciel",
also known as "La Chole", for a visit to the archaeological site of
Xihuacán. This site is still under research
and exploration but with some pyramids and monuments restorations
that are worthwhile to see. A visit to its new Museum is a must, to
be able to admire the many and beautiful relics found in this area up to now.
You'll also take a look at areas under restoration process. About 30 min. from our towns. It is very highly recommended not to make
this tour on your own, purchase it through a tour-operator and be
escorted by an official guide (bilingual). Full tour with transportation
US$70.00 |
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Restoration
of the area will continue
at different paces during the next years according to the annual budgets
assigned by the I.N.A.H. (National Institute of Anthropology and
History) for this project.
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Please
do not take, buy or try to get out of the area or of the country any
genuine archaeological relic. It's against the law and it's severely
punished. Your guide can advise you where to buy good imitations.
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View of some pieces found in the area and a monolith |
Also,
some tour-operators offer an Ecological
Tour to San Valentin in nearby Petatlan. About one hour from
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo. An almost 100% virgin area. You'll see wild ducks,
albatrosses and herons in their natural habitat of their big lagoon,
doves and a wide variety of birds. A Federal Government Camp for the
Preservation of the Sea Turtle, a very exuberant flora and a beach that
seems to have no end. If ecology and relaxation is in your mind... this
tour is very worth while. For this tour it's also highly recommended not
to make it on your own; purchase it through a tour-operator and be
escorted by an official guide.
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Petroglyph on the rock has been remarked for a better view |
For
above tours we suggest to take a hat, very comfortable clothing and
tennis shoes. For the Archaeological tour you'll have to do a little bit
of walking to visit the site. For the Ecological tour take a swimming
suit if you'll like to take a deep in their lagoon and seek the
advice of your guide for the safest points to do so. You will have to
take a short boat ride to reach the beach and camp site.
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Morelia & Patzcuaro (1 Day or 2 Days / 1 Night) - First, a stop in the
picturesque Patzcuaro a typical Mexican style town with its famous lake.
Then to Morelia, the capitol city of the State of Michoacan,
considered as one the most charming colonial cities in Mexico and in
1991 declared as "World Heritage Site" by UNESCO. Visits to its famous Cathedral, the City Hall and other interesting
places. Time for shopping. From US$180.00. For the overnight tour,
lodging in Morelia is included.
Santa
Clara del Cobre, Patzcuaro
& Tzintzuntzan (1 Day) - First a visit to charming "Santa Clara
del Cobre" town, world famous for its copper manufacturing. Then a visit
to "Patzcuaro" and its lake. Finally a stop on "Tzintzuntzan" to visit
its old Convent and a very interesting 17th. Century Church that has an
immersion baptismal pool. Time for souvenirs shopping and lunch included,
from US$180.00 |
For
above tours we suggest to take at least a sweater because it could get cold
in the evenings and nights in that area. For the overnight tours some
semi-formal wear is also suggested if you plan to dine in a fine
restaurant. Take into consideration that you will be visiting an area away from the
beach where dress code is commonly more formal.
One Day Ground Trip
Tour to Acapulco from US$140.00 and up. Air conditioned
transportation and great views on the way, specially around the area
known as "El Calvario". You'll visit the residential and shopping areas
of Acapulco, the world famous "La Quebrada" with its high cliff divers,
"Fuerte de San Diego" fortress and many other interesting places.
Breakfast in route and lunch in Acapulco. |
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A
very limited number of operators offer a Monarch
Butterflies Tour during their migration in winter time. It
includes a visit to the "City of Morelia" and its main attractions and
one night lodging. It's at least a two days tour and from approx.
US$230.00 with no meals included. This tour may be extended for more
nights that includes a visit to "Santa Clara del Cobre" and nearby
towns. Inquire with your tour-operator.
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SUNNYSIDE DMC SERVICES - TOUR-OPERADOR. Plaza Ixpamar L22, Ixtapa.
553-3790. Tours, Side-Trips, Transfers,
Transportation, Incentives, Conventions, etc.
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