Ixtapa

Ixtapa, one of Mexico's most beautiful beach destinations, is located on the Pacific coast, in the state of Guerrero, 245 km (152 mi) northwest of Acapulco, off Highway 200. The climate is hot, with an average year-round temperature of 28º C.

Nestled between the Sierra Madre mountains and the Pacific ocean, this destination consists of the picturesque town of Zihuatanejo, which has a traditional rural feel, and Ixtapa, a modern tourist resort with quality hotels and a marina with more than 600 slips.

In Ixtapa you can enjoy gorgeous beaches like La Ropaand Playa Linda, which have small waves, making them ideal places for windsurfing and relaxing. Nearby, you can go scuba diving alongcoral reefs. At this destination you also can go fishing for sailfish, which is fairly abundant in these waters.

In fact, Ixtapa hosts the Zihuatanejo Annual International Sailfish Tournament in May.

But Ixtapa isn't just about the sea and sun. In the surrounding areas, which are covered with lush vegetation, you cango camping, do ecotourism outings and observe wildlife at suchplaces as the Club de Golf Palma Real, where you can spy crocodiles and eagles.

What's more, you can participate in wildlife conservation programs to help protect endangered species such asthe hawksbill turtle and the Olive Ridley sea turtle. Just about anywhere you go, you'll find Ixtapa simply fascinating.

During your stay, you can visit the Costa Grande Museum of Archaeology, which offers a collection ofancient maps, objects and murals to give you a broad overview of theregion’s history. You should also visit the Casa Marina, where you can purchase beautiful regional art.

Finally, you can enjoy the beautiful waters of Zihuatanejo’s beaches, as well as the excellent tourist facilities.

Ce paradis du Pacifique se définit par ses plages splendides, ses terrains de golf magnifiques et ses paysages spectaculaires, ainsi que sa flore et sa faune exotiques.

Ixtapa, véritable bijou de la côte mexicaine.

Destination de bord de mer bordée d'une végétation luxuriante, cactus, cocotiers, bananiers et plages de sable doré et aux eaux cristallines. Paradis tropical des Caraïbes.

La station balnéaire offre aux voyageurs un choix infini d'activités, sports de plein air, boutiques, restaurants, bars, discothèques et complexes hôtelliers luxueux en formule de forfaits tout inclus. Il y en a pour tous les goûts, idéal pour des vacances inoubliables au coeur de la Riviera Maya.

Points d'intérêts :

• Club de golf d'Ixtapa, aménagé dans une réserve faunique, l'un des plus beaux du Mexique
• Playa Quietas, calme et beauté naturelle incontournable
• Coucher du soleil romantique sur le Pacifique depuis Playa Troncones
• Visite combinée, Visitez la ville de Zihuatanejo et son musée d’archéologie ainsi que l’église renommée Cristo de Petatlan dans le village pittoresque de Petatlan. Voyez des vergers de fruits, la petite ville de Coacuyul, et prenez un succulent dîner au village de pêcheurs de Barra de Potosi.

Vol (durée)*

Montréal    6 h

Compagnie aérienne

CanJet de Montréal

*Ces informations sont données à titre indicatif seulement. La durée de vol peut varier selon la route, le type d’appareil et les conditions climatiques.