 The beaches of Ixtapa Zihuatanejo are ideal spots for relaxing and doing aquatic sports. Among the most visited beaches are:
La Playa Blanca – is 15 miles south of Zihuatanejo. At this quiet beach you’ll find a colony of an endangered bird species. Here you can explore the Barra de Potosi Lagoon.
La Playa Larga is 3 miles south of Zihuatanejo. This 14-mile beach you can do various aquatic sports.
La Playa La Ropa – Located southeast of Playa Municipal, on Av. Paseo de la Bahia, in Zihuatanejo. This beach has calm waters and a wide variety of restaurants and hotels. It’s also ideal for doing all kinds of water sports.
Playa Las Gatas – Located south of the Zihuatanejo Bay, on Av. Paseo de la Bahia. This beach of rocky landscape is a popular family destination thanks to its calm waters.
La Playa La Madera – Located east of Playa Municipal, off Av. Paseo del Palmar. The fine sand of this beach extends about 660 feet. Here you’ll find restaurants and lodging.
 La Playa El Palmar – This beach’s entrance is on Boulevard. Ixtapa. It’s about 2 miles long and has one of the most important tourist resorts in the nation. It’s also ideal for doing aquatic sports.
La Playa Quieta – Located 4 miles west of Ixtapa, off Highway 200. This beach with small waves is ideal for relaxing or enjoying various water sports.
La Isla Ixtapa – Located 20 minutes by boat from Playa Quieta. On this island you’ll find a group of three beaches: Varadero del Coral, Cuachalalate and Carey, which all are incredibly beautiful and optimal for doing aquatic sports. |
