Zihuatanejo - Beach Life

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Overview

Beach Life The guide was updated: 2024-09-11

One of the main attractions in Zihuatanejo is the large bay, most of which is surrounded by beautiful beaches, all located on the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains. Because of the bay protecting the beaches from the stormy ocean, the waves here are mostly gentle, making the whole area great for swimming and other beachside activities. If you are lucky you might come across one or two turtles on the beach, as many hotels sponsor the turtle conservation campaign.

Playa la Ropa

Playa la Ropa

Playa la Ropa is the main beach for swimming and water sports. The beach is about a mile long and usually has mild waves making it perfect for swimmers and non-swimmers alike. Around the beach you can find several excellent restaurants ranging from simple old Mexican style to four and five star eateries.

Playa Las Gatas

Playa Las Gatas

If you like snorkeling, Playa Las Gatas could be the ideal beach for you, whether you are a beginner or a bit more experienced. If you get hungry you can choose from over a dozen restaurants specializing in seafood.

Playa Blanca / Playa Larga

Playa Blanca / Playa Larga

This 15-mile long beach is hard to miss when flying above Zihuatanejo in the daytime. The beach has two names: Playa Blanca and Playa Larga. The southern end of Playa Blanca is also known as La Barra De Potosí which offers many local seafood restaurants.

Playa Contramar

Playa Contramar

Playa Contramar is a stunning place to go snorkelling. This is not a sandy beach, but is instead made up of surf-polished rocks. On this small beach the ambiance is tranquil and the water clear.

Playa Troncones

Playa Troncones

On this beach you can enjoy fun beach activities such as body- and boogie-boarding, surfing, snorkeling and kayaking. There are also some local dining spots in the area that offer mouth-watering dishes and live music.

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