Things to do in Zihuatanejo
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Ixtapa & Zihuatanejo: Private City Tour with Market StopsYou’ll glide through both Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story—see hidden neighborhoods, watch crocodiles at Playa Linda lagoon, taste fresh market snacks, and take in marina views before heading back with new stories (and maybe sand in your shoes).
Ixtapa & Zihuatanejo: Baby Sea Turtle Release Tour JuluchucaYou’ll stand on Juluchuca’s quiet sands near Ixtapa & Zihuatanejo as baby sea turtles make their first wild dash to the ocean. With a local guide explaining each step (and answering your random questions), you’ll help release hatchlings and taste fresh coconut macaroons before heading back — probably with sand still stuck between your toes.
Xihuacan Archaeological Site: Guided Tour & Local LunchYou’ll travel from Zihuatanejo or Ixtapa to Xihuacan with a local guide, exploring ancient ruins, a museum full of artifacts, and a ceremonial ball court before sharing a real countryside lunch with handmade tortillas and fresh seafood. Between quiet moments among old bricks and laughter over lunch, you’ll find pieces of Mexico you’ll remember long after the trip.
Zihuatanejo: Las Gatas Kayaking & Snorkeling with LunchYou get picked up at your hotel, paddle 45 minutes to a protected beach, snorkel a coral seawall for an hour, eat lunch on the sand, and paddle back — all with a guide, gear, and transportation included. The fixed schedule means you're back by mid-afternoon, and the calm water inside the seawall is what makes the snorkeling reliable.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want snorkeling and kayaking in one morning without arranging your own transport or equipment — the seawall keeps the water calm enough that you're not fighting conditions, and the fixed schedule gets you back to your hotel by mid-afternoon.
Zihuatanejo: Food Tasting Walking Tour with Market & 6 DishesYou’ll wander through Zihuatanejo’s lively downtown alongside a local guide, tasting six traditional dishes—from fresh cheese at the farmers market to rich mole and hand-ground coffee. Expect laughter over mispronounced words, early-morning city sounds, and stories that stay with you long after breakfast ends.
Ixtapa Island snorkeling tour with local food & transportYou’ll snorkel among bright fish at Coral Beach on Ixtapa Island, taste fresh seafood under a palm roof, and relax with locals after swimming clear Pacific waters. With equipment and transport included plus a friendly local guide, it’s an easygoing day trip you’ll remember long after the salt has left your skin.
Snorkeling at Las Gatas Beach, Zihuatanejo: Jesus StatueSnorkeling at Las Gatas Beach in Zihuatanejo includes a 45-minute guided snorkel with an instructor, a 12-minute boat tour of Zihuatanejo Bay, and a walk along the Malecón waterfront with your guide explaining the fishing trade and local history. Hotel pickup and drop-off, snorkel gear and a guide in English or Spanish are included; the tour runs about 4 hours. Food and drinks are not included, though you'll have time to rest in a lounge chair and swim between activities.Is it for me?Four hours is short enough to fit snorkeling into a half-day itinerary without eating the whole morning, which leaves you free to explore the Malecón restaurants your guide recommends or head back to town for lunch on your own schedule. If you need a full-day beach day with meals included, look for an all-inclusive beach club instead.
Snorkeling and Kayaking at Las Gatas Beach, ZihuatanejoSnorkeling and kayaking at Las Gatas Beach in Zihuatanejo combines underwater exploration and paddling in a protected bay, with hotel pickup, snorkel gear and an air-conditioned vehicle included. The day is unscheduled—you choose between active water time, learning about local culture and traditions, or resting in shaded hammocks strung between palms. A live guide speaks English, Spanish or French.Is it for me?Five hours is enough time to move between snorkeling, kayaking and rest without rushing, so you can build the day around what appeals to you in the moment rather than following a set schedule. This suits an afternoon or morning when you want water time and flexibility in one package, without the structure of a guided tour or the logistics of getting yourself to a beach outside town.
Snorkeling at Ixtapa Island, Zihuatanejo: half-day with lunchA half-day snorkeling trip from Zihuatanejo to Ixtapa Island includes boat transport, snorkeling gear, a seafood lunch with drink, and hotel pickup. You spend 45 minutes snorkeling Coral Beach with an instructor who knows the best spots for marine life, then choose to swim or kayak at Varadero Beach before returning to the mainland with a stop to photograph crocodiles and iguanas in their natural habitat. The tour runs five hours total and suits all fitness levels; children from age 3 are welcome.Is it for me?This is a shared boat tour with a guide, so you're snorkeling in a group and the pace is set by the itinerary—best for travelers who want instruction and company rather than solo exploration. The five-hour window suits a half-day slot in your schedule, leaving the rest of the day free for other plans in Zihuatanejo.
Snorkeling at Las Gatas Beach, Zihuatanejo: Clearwater & LunchSnorkeling at Las Gatas Beach in Zihuatanejo puts you in the bay's clearest water with a guide, full equipment and a five-hour day that ends with lunch. Boat transport from shore, snorkeling gear, a guide in English or Spanish, and a seafood meal are all included; other water sports like kayaking and wave runners are available to rent on-site if you want them.Is it for me?You do the snorkeling yourself with a guide who stays with the group and points out where to look, so you're in control of your pace and depth while someone local handles the route and the stops. This works best if you're comfortable in the water and want to explore reefs on your own terms rather than watch from a boat.
