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Explore the resort town of Mazatlan on a small-group sightseeing tour with hotel or port pickup and drop-off included. Wander around the Old Town and learn about the history and culture of this colonial city. See highlights such as the cathedral, the Old Spanish Fort, and the cliff divers. Plus, visit the modern Golden Zone and the beaches. During the tour, you’ll also have time to shop for souvenirs.

City sightseeing, the beach, shopping and delicious shrimp — experience it all on this 5-hour highlight tour of Mazatlán. Take in incredible lookout views from Old Spanish Fort, and visit the city’s historical center. Watch locals dive off a cliff, shop along the picturesque malecon (boardwalk) and lounge on the beach as you like. Relaxed with your shopping done, settle in for a sumptuous lunch featuring Mexican shrimp before you’re transported back to your hotel.

Escape Mazatlan’s bustle in favor of the rustic charm of Concordia and Copalia, colonial towns cradled by the Sierra Madre Mountains, on a 5-hour tour from Mazatlan. Visit 16th-century stone temples, admire colonial architecture, and observe artisan crafts such as bread- and tile-making. Refreshments and hotel pickup and drop-off in Mazatlan are included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.    

Experience the traditions of Mexico up close on a half-day tour from Mazatlan to villages known for their tequila and other locally made products. Stop at the picturesque villages of La Noria, La Vinata, and El Quelite, where you can visit a tequila distillery, browse the handicrafts and stroll along cobblestone streets. Learn about the process of making tequila, see a blue agave plantation, and sample tequila from the producer. Your tour includes guide, entrance fees, round-trip transport from Mazatlan, and the option to upgrade to include lunch.

Get picked up from your ship and spend the day exploring the oceanside Golden Zone with this full-day access pass to a beachside resort. Soak in the hot tub, swim in the pool, lounge on the beach, or get active on a personal watercraft, kayak, or try high-flying parasailing. Break for a drink and lunch of fresh seafood and explore the resort before being dropped off back at your ship.

Escape the bustle of Mazatlan on a guided ATV tour through the Sierra Madres. In addition to navigating the terrain for you, your guide offers background information on the landmarks and towns passed along the way. After a buffet lunch and tequila tasting in a small town near Mazatlan, enjoy free time to explore the local history museum and church. Round-trip hotel transport is included for your convenience.

On this tour, you will visit the most representative spots from Mazatlan, and you will have fun at the best beach in town. You do not have to worry about anything, let your Tour Guide do everything so you and your family enjoy the day with us.

Add adrenaline to your Mazatlan itinerary with a zipline course that offers panoramic views rarely seen by visitors of the area's natural landscape. In addition to ensuring a comfortable and safe experience, your guide takes souvenir photos that are available for purchase after the tour. The day includes a traditional Mexican lunch, tequila tasting, and round-trip transport from the doorstep of your hotel.

Forget the walking tour—glide effortlessly through Mazatlan and cover two centuries of its history aboard a Segway. During this guided tour of Old Town and the waterfront, zip around landmarks such as the Plazuela Machado, the beautiful Cathedral, Olas Altas, and the Clavadista. You’ll discover more with less effort and time with a Segway. This small-group tour is limited to six people, ensuring personalized attention.

Explore the stunning, rugged scenery of Isla de Venados during this small-group, half-day excursion to the 'Deer Island' of Mazatlán. Enjoy a front-door pickup and drop-off from your hotel accommodation. Discover the unique flora and fauna of the island chain. Tours include snorkeling, kayaking, light hiking, and free time to relax on the beach.

Get your adrenaline pumping and feel the wind in your hair as you soar through the treetops on this adventure tour. Depart Mazatlan for the Huana Coa Adventure Park where you can tackle a series of ziplines, platforms, a flex-walk bridge, and a nature walk. Afterward, visit a local distillery to see how the famous mezcal liquor is made from start to finish.

Want to get a taste of Mazatlan, soak up history and pick up street food confidence? Ready to take your taste buds on a roll and find your inner flavor adventurer? Mexican cuisine is practically synonymous to street food. But with so many food stands and carts, it’s hard to know where to start. The Flavor Teller will take you to the best hidden gems in Mazatlan. Get off the beaten tourist track and experience authentic flavors on culinary backstreets. Spice up your day and learn about Mexican culture through food. Satisfy your curiosity and appetite. Feel welcome at family-run food stands who create culinary magic and break through cultural and language barriers.

Taste your way through the Mazatlan market on a food tour that combines culture, history, and cuisine. You’ll sample foods from tostadas to torta sandwiches and traditional Mexican ice creams, getting the real stories behind each flavorful dish. Like the market, this tour is about more than food — it’s an inside take on the place where Mazatlan locals shop and socialize.

Cycle the city streets of Mazatlan during a half-day bike tour with a local guide—a perfect introduction for first-time visitors. See highlights such as the historic district, the fort, the cliff divers, the cathedral, and the local market. Pedal along the Mazatlan boardwalk and enjoy views of the islands and beaches. Plus, choose from morning or sunset departures to easily fit this tour into your schedule along with hotel pickup and drop-off.

This is the best tour if you want to have all your day activities, lunch and drinks taken care of. you will not have to worry about where or what to eat, or what activities to do. you will have plenty of options at your hand to choose from. And your Tour Guide will always be with you for anything you need.

Choose your own itinerary (and your own adventure) on this full-day, private, guided tour of the coastal region of Mazaltan. Nestled on the Pacific Coast and home to 13-miles (21-kilometers) of beachfront boardwalk, this beautiful area is home to historic sites, architectural landmarks, seaside cliffs, lighthouses, and restaurants. Let your guides help you build the perfect day by the shore.

A great opportunity to enjoy the historical sites in Mazatlan from a unique perspective, on a Smart Bike! You decide how much you pedal and how much you use the electric motor, without any emissions!

Visit Stone Island the easy way on this organized day tour. Spend time relaxing on the beautiful beaches or enjoying a swim. If you'd like a bit more excitement you can choose to paddle a kayak, ride a horse, have a go on a banana boat, or other beach activities available on the day. You can also make use of the open bar with unlimited drinks.

See more of Mexico in this private tour of three interesting villages located outside of the tourist bustle of Mazatlan. Visit the artisans of La Noria as they create handmade crafts and art. Next travel through acres of blue agave plants used to make tequila locally in the village of La Vinata before a stop at the distillery. Lastly, have some lunch and discover the pretty village of La Quelite before returning to Mazatlan.

A little bit of everything is what you will get in this experience, you will learn about our Mexican traditions, can have a personalized belt in front of you to end up getting samples of this ancient beverage, "Los Osuna", that has being made in the area since 1876.

What we know today as the Mazatlan Lighthouse, one of the highest natural lighthouses in the world, is settled in what once was an island. It was in the year of 1828 when the Island of Crestón began to be used for maritime signaling the port of Mazatlán and until 1930 when the necessary work was done to unite this body of land separated from the port by the breakwater as we know it today. With a length of 641 meters, 321 meters wide and an altitude of 157 meters, the Mazatlan Lighthouse offers the ideal place to enjoy a 360 degree view of the bay landscapes. The perfect place to take photos of the nearby islands and the city!

Get to know Mazatlan's beautiful streets and history. Take a step into history on a funicular ride. Admire the greatness of the port from the top of the Cerro del Vigia where you will live a trip to the past inside one of the oldest buildings in the city, where at the same time you will share the pleasure of knowing traditions in the mezcal process and being part of nature participating in the conservation of rescued birds in a space of care and education. Create a unique memory.

This is the most FUN and BOLD way to get to know the city. The feeling of ROLLING THE BOAT on an ELECTRIC BICYCLE makes the difference, it allows you to ENJOY MORE with LESS EFFORT.

Delve deeper into local Mexican culture and see a side of the country that most first-time visitors miss on a private day trip to the traditional towns of Malpica, Concordia, and Copala. Letting someone else transport you to the mountainous villages saves you the hassle of car hire and navigation, while a private guide offers both undivided attention and information that you're unlikely to find in the guidebook.