Top 20 Experiences in Zihuatanejo
Xihuacan Culture and Archaeology Tour
Either from Zihuatanejo or Ixtapa take the most complete Xihuacan archaeological tour, this recently discovered ceremonial center is the only one in this continent made out of bricks and modeling clay during the Pre-Columbian period. Have a guided tour through the Cuitlateca vestiges and learn about the ethnic group who took the knowledge of pottery to a higher level. Travel in a luxury van with a small group of people and enjoy and excellent lunch on a traditional Mexican food and seafood restaurant on the country side with handmade tortillas and fresh fish, chicken or tasty shrimp.
Baby Sea Turtle Releasing Sightseeing Tour with Luis de la Maza
Experience this amazing 3.5 hours tour where you will learn the life cycle of the sea turtles, the characteristics of the different turtles that visit this part of Mexico, the encubation time, survival rate and all the dificulties that this small creatures have to go throught from the moment they are born and run to the ocean and until the time they come back to the beach many years later to lay eggs. To make it easy to undertand we will use a chart to explaing the differences of the 4 different kinds of turtles that visit Mexico. This service includes Round-trip transport from the lobby of your hotel in Ixtapa or Zihuatanejo to the turtle farm, informative tour guide and the opportunity to see how the baby sea turtles walk to the ocean and swim across the big waves. After the turtle farm you will have the oportunity to taste a fresh locally made coconut macaroon.
Zihuatanejo Food -Tasting and Walking Tour (Not for vegetarian)
Get ready to become a local in only 3 hours. Experience our 3 hour food tasting and walking tour offering a local’s insight into Mexican culture through its delicious-unique cuisine and rich in history. Your local tour guide takes you on a gastronomical adventure, walking the streets of Zihuatanejo down town area, visiting 6 different food tasting locations. Explores off the beaten path restaurants, visit the farmers market, try regional produces like: cheese, mole, chocolate drinks, tamales, local coffee and more. On this 3 hours Food Tasting Tour, you will be pick up at the lobby of your hotel at 8 A.M. And driven to Zihuatanejo, you will then taste 6 different Mexican traditional dishes, during the tasting you will be told all the ingredients that there on each of the dishes and how the dishes are cook. You will be walking approximately 10 minutes from one of the local restaurants to the other, during the walk your informative tour guide will provide you with cultural information.
Ixtapa Island Tour
Enjoy the calm water of Ixtapa Island, where you will have the opportunity to swim and practice other water sports in crystal clear water. The Island has three beaches, all within a very short walking distance. Varadero and Cuachalalate beaches have calm water with sandy bottom where you can swim, and the Coral Beach on the back of the island it’s a great place to snorkel in shallow water because of its beautiful coral reef and wide variety of marine life. The amount of fish on coral beach is so good that you will be able to see them right from the shore line. On the island you will also have the chance to relax in a lounge chair with a constant breeze or take a short walk into the bushes to see the tame white tail deer. On the way back from the Island we will visit at a lagoon full of crocodiles, iguanas, lagoon turtles and beautiful birds in a natural habitat.
Private Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo City Tour
Discover the highlights of Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo on this half-day tour with just your private group and a local guide. While traveling in a luxury vehicle, see the area's highlights like high-end neighborhoods, the La Playa wildlife reserve, the best restaurants to eat at, and various vista points. Visit a farmer's market to see where the locals shop, and enjoy the undivided attention of your private tour guide. Get plenty of recommendations from you guide, and modify your flexible itinerary as best suits you.
Las Gatas Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour
Enjoy the snorkeling and kayaking at Las Gatas Beach, this tour includes transportation, kayaks, snorkel gear, lunch and a professional tour guide. Because of the sea wall the Las Gatas beach is a great place to swim and snorkel. It is also the right place to relax or maybe have a cold drink in a nice laid-back atmosphere. The tour will last approximately 5 hours.
Private Transfer from Zihuatanejo Airport to Zihuatanejo
We have a certified driver, English Speaking, all vehicles are insured, All of our units are well kept , We will have water on board, we can make any stop at groceries store if you request it , we are very flexible with our clients
Turtle Release Playa Blanca
It is an incredible opportunity to witness this miraculous natural process. During the night, turtles come to the beach and lay eggs. To protect these eggs, a qualified team takes them and places them in a turtle sanctuary to protect them from predators. After a briefing you will be given a freshly hatched baby turtle that you will release on the beach. Cheer them all on as they run to sea! As this is based on hatchlings, the location of the tour may change on the day.
Horseback Riding on the Beach and Through a Coconut Plantation
Enjoy a great morning horseback ride through coconut plantations, mangrove trees and on Playa Larga Beach which is the longest beach of the Ixtapa Zihuatanejo area. As you ride your horse on the beach there will be a nice ocean breeze and the results of: vegetation, ocean waves, lagoon and mountain range will make the horseback ride beautiful and pleasant. The horses are friendly, well trained and very good for experienced riders and also for beginners, you will have the chance to go at your own pace and while riding on the beach you can even make the horse go at a faster pace. You will ride on the horse for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, and will have the opportunity to take pictures with your own camera and the tour guide will also offer to take pictures of you with your camera. At the end of the ride we will provide you with a good cold beer or a bottle of water.
Transfer Private Vehicle from Ixtapa airport (ZIH) - Ixtapa
Book a private transfer from the Airport to your hotel or destination, service guaranteed once you make the booking. We will provide all information necessary to meet your driver at arrival. • Meet and greet • Private transfer • 60 minutes waiting time • 24 hours service (all day) • All costs included (taxes, fees, tolls, tips, etc…)
Horseback Riding in Ixtapa with Hotel Pickup
A unique experience not to be missed, Horseback Riding along the beach and trough coconuts plantations, your guide will be with you all the time, we will ride along Playa Larga Beach, the horses are very docile but if you have experience riding you can always gallop along the beach. We will provide you with all equipment and horse to ride on ( Helmet & Wester Sadler Chair)
Snorkeling Tour in Ixtapa Island
This is a beautiful island with access to three beaches, among these Coral Beach renowned for its pristine waters, colorful fish, and live coral. Restaurants offer a variety of fresh seafood, shellfish, chicken and beef dishes. You can sit back and enjoy the sea breeze under a palm-roofed restaurant, swim in the tranquil waters of “Playa Varadero” or spend all day snorkeling at Coral Beach. There is also the option of a swiss massage.
Guided City Tour to Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo
You will get to see the most interesting areas of Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo. Visit the wonderful View Points and learn about the history of both places You will get acquainted with the area plus we will give you some time for shopping in Down Town Zihuatanejo before driving you back to your hotel.
Snorkel Tour in Las Gatas Water Break
Join us for a nice snorkel beach day at the stunning La Gatas Beach, one of Zihuatanejo's main attractions. The calm water and the very few tourist that visit the las Gatas Beach during the week days, makes it a great place to spend the day, in a nice tropical atmosphere with friendly people that will make the Las Gatas Beach Tour a pleasant experience. Find Jesus under water, an 18 feet statue of Jesus made out of bronze located under water at the Las Gatas Bay. After You snorkel you will have time to relax in a comfortable lounge chair, have cold drink, maybe read a book and swim in crystal clear water. The tour will last about 4 hours.
Archaeological Site Tour in Zihuatanejo
In this archaeological journey we will visit the brick and tile factory, The coconut museum, the creation in the community of El Coacoyul, located just 15 minutes from the center of Zihuatanejo Guerrero. With the purpose of becoming a center of information and culture of the coconut that also provides a value to the community and finally xihuacan the "la chole" which is a Mesoamerican archaeological site located in the Costa Grande de Guerrero, near Zihuatanejo. The site had been occupied for over 3,000 years by three cultures that maintained contact with other Mesoamerican cultures such as Olmec and Teotihuaca. The visit to "La chole" includes a delicious lunch after touring and observing great archaeological beauties.
Ziplining Adventure in Ixtapa with Hotel Pickup
Feel the adrenaline by flying through the air, we have 11 ziplines and hanging bridges for you to have fun.
Horseback Riding Playa Larga
We’ll begin the horse back ride on a small family-run ranch right next to the Playa Larga Beach. The ride will then continue through a majestic coconut orchard and stop next to a small lagoon before continuing to the Playa Larga beach for the rest of the tour. This tour combines a ranch and beach experience. We will be alongside to take pictures and help you capture your best moments. Length of tour: 60-90 minutes.
City and Country Side Tour with Luis
Enjoy this 6 hours interesting cultural City and Country Side Tour where you will visit the farmers market, explore the areas where the locals live, the town square and check out a look out point to admire the view of Zihuatanejo Bay. On the country side visit a tropical fruits plantation, a rural community where they manufacture clay tiles and bricks. Enjoy a great lunch in Barra Potosi fishing village, the restaurant will be right on the beach.
Private Xihuacan Archaeological Tour
During the tour, your tour guide’s attention will be focused only in your group or family. You will have a local tour guide with a full knowledge and love for the archeology and culture in Mexico. You will have access to all the areas on the Xihuacan Archeological excavation site. Lunch will be authentic Mexican, in Mexican environment away from the tourist area. You will visit the rural community Soledad de Maciel where you will learn the life style and culture in the small villages away from the tourist areas. During the tour, there will be a COVID-19 prevention plan: • By using a clean and disinfected vehicle, available just for your group , with enough space to provide comfort and hygiene. • Having an initial conversation at the beginning of the tour , that will talk about the following topics: use of mouth cover, use of hand sanitation, use of gloves, avoid visiting places where there is a large concentration of people to minimize physical contact.
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH) to Zihuatanejo - Round-Trip Private Transfer
Book your Private Round-Trip Transfer from Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Airport (ZIH) to Zihuatanejo hotel or address and return. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers