Cruises to Zihuatanejo/Ixtapa, Guerrero - Mexico

Beautiful Sandy Beach in Mexico with clouds in background

Golden Beaches. Artisan Markets.

Close proximity to the Sierra Madres and Pacific Ocean means this city is ideal for hiking and water sports. You can experience luxury in Ixtapa, and the rustic at Zihuatanejo. Kick up your heels at Ixtapa at night or sip margaritas leisurely at Zihua.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Zihuatanejo/Ixtapa

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Ixtapa beach.

Deep sea fishing.

Mexican sombrero hats.

Tostadas de ceviche.

Yellow Leopard grouper (Mycteroperca rosacea), in a shipwreck, reefs of the Sea of Cortez, Pacific ocean. Cabo Pulmo National Park, Baja California Sur, Mexico. Cousteau named it The world's aquarium.

Dive below for colourful fish.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Sunset at the beach. Ixtapa, Zihuatanejo, Mexico.

Famous For

Zihuatanejo, or Zihua for short, is a Pacific paradise known for its beautiful beaches, friendly people and laid-back vibe.

Traditional mexican breaded fish tacos also called ensenada on turquoise background

Exquisite Flavors

For lunch, fresh seafood tacos and pozole, a savory local stew. This is a perfect opportunity to taste hand-picked tropical fruits from nearby orchards, too.

Fun Facts

The longest beach in the area, Playa La Ropa (Clothes Beach), is named for a Spanish ship that once wrecked with its cargo of silks washing ashore.

Port Name & Location

Zihuatanejo, Mexico
Ship will ANCHOR OFFSHORE at this port.

Language

The local language is Spanish. Say "do you speak English?" in Spanish: "habla usted ingles?"

Time Zone

CST (Central Standard Time)
UTC/GMT -5 hours

Currency & Shopping

Mexican Peso (MXN)
Local crafts, jewellery and souvenirs.

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Observation Lounge couple strolling-Alaska.

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