Top Acapulco Outdoor Activities

Soar over the water at up to 60-miles per hour (96-kilometers per hour) on this multi-activity tour that includes a visit to the Chapel of Peace and baby turtle release. This private, full-day excursion starts with a thrill ride as you zipline across the Xtasea Zip Line. Next, sit high over the bay of Acapulco at the iconic Chapel of Peace and then help a baby turtle make its way into nature.

Ride a horse along stretches of unspoiled beaches outside Acapulco, then help release baby turtles into the ocean on this half-day tour. Get matched up with a rehabilitated rescue horse and follow your guide on a ride to some remote areas, far from Acapulco's more developed areas. At the Vallarino Turtle Camp, help release baby turtles into the ocean. The horseback riding tour is suitable for all levels of experience.

Visit Acapulco’s Coyuca Lagoon and witch doctor market on a family-friendly guided tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel with your guide and small group to the market to learn about its traditional medicinal supplies. Enjoy a boat cruise on the scenic Coyuca Lagoon, eat a lunch of fresh seafood and other typical Mexican dishes, and release endangered turtle babies into the Pacific—all on this affordable full-day outing.

Take a break from the beach on an all-inclusive half-day excursion through Acapulco. Start the day on a high note with a hike on Roqueta Island, known for its lighthouse and secluded beaches. Your guide ensures you learn little-known facts about all stops on the itinerary, including historic downtown highlights and the famed La Quebrada cliff-diving show. Snacks, drinks, and a traditional Mexican lunch are included for your convenience.

There’s not better way to enjoy the beauty of Acapulco’s bay than on a yacht, cruising the Pacific Ocean with a fruity cocktail in hand. On this 2.5-hour sunset or moonlight cruise, you’ll enjoy the luxury of an open bar and listen to live music as you sail beneath the colorful or star-studded night sky. Choose between a 4:30pm and 10:30pm departure time and capture views of La Roqueta Island and Acapulco’s striking coastline.

Watch professional divers jump from cliffs as high as 80 feet on a trip to La Quebrada. While your guide navigates, listen to background on the iconic and dangerous ceremony that many visitors never hear. Enjoy two drinks at La Perla restaurant overlooking the ocean, and then take advantage of rare photo opportunities when your guide introduces you to the divers post-show.

Snorkel and swim in the shimmering waters of the Pacific Ocean on a half-day snorkeling tour from Acapulco. Cruise to the idyllic La Roqueta Island, stopping along the way to snorkel in spectacular spots among marvelous marine life and colorful coral reefs. Sink your toes into the silken sands of the beach and purchase local specialties in authentic eateries upon the island.

Imagine padding off the coast of Acapulco followed by a laid-back lunch on the beach. Or stop imagining it and book this tour! Fully trained guides will give you a quick lesson in kayaking before you head out on the peaceful waters along Caleta (a pretty part of Old Acapulco) and around Roqueta Island. Then relax on the beach with a yummy lunch before heading back.

Small Group, Clean & Safe. Less density and More Quality Informative, friendly and professional guide Free hotel pick-up and drop off included Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city Get up-close to native wildlife Give us the opportunity of being your guide and we guarantee your tour with us will be a referral of your visit to Acapulco.

Perfect for nature-lovers, this private lagoon ride takes you into the heart of a scenic bird sanctuary. Glide through mango tunnels, coconut plantations, and a hanging garden of wildflowers. The boat cruise is not only a relaxing way to travel, it also guarantees the best views. Keep an eye out for pelicans, storks, and herons. You’ll end the tour with a savory lunch, with free time to explore on foot.

Enjoy the thrill of scuba diving without being certified. This half-day Acapulco course is perfect for beginners who want to experience what it's like to be completely immersed in the sea. A certified PADI or NAUI instructor will teach you the basics before you set out to explore nearby shallow waters, swimming alongside schools of tropical fish and discovering incredible coral formations as you go.

Trek around Roqueta Island, located 30 minutes from Acapulco, on this guided hiking tour. Learn about the wildlife and plant life from your local native guide during your leisurely walk. Stop at different sightseeing points along the way, as well as Palmitas Beach. Plus, catch expansive views of Acapulco Bay through the hike.

Explore one of Acapulco's most stunning natural settings with a leisurely cruise along Coyuca Lagoon. Known for its lush vegetation and calm waters, the freshwater lagoon also attracts hundreds of bird such as herons, storks, and pelicans. Enjoy a buffet lunch as you sail past mangroves and flowering hyacinths. Coyuca had also been a favorite Hollywood filming location, doubling for jungle settings in Tarzan movies and Rambo II.

Experience the best of Acapulco on this half-day tour with a local guide and a convenient morning or afternoon departure. See the city’s historic center and the famed cliff divers of La Quebrada. Marvel at gorgeous bays and towering cliffs from a scenic highway, then see the latest Acapulco has to offer in the ‘Diamond Area,’ which has beaches, a concert hall, and a convention center.     

Snorkel in the protected waters around Roqueta Island on a half-day tour from Acapulco. The warm waters of Acapulco Bay are home to colorful tropical fish and other marine life. Board a boat and cruise along the coastline, stopping to snorkel at secluded coves with a local guide. Your tour includes snorkeling gear and hotel pickup and drop-off (if selected). Plus, digital underwater cameras are available to rent.

Cruise from Acapulco to La Roqueta Island on this half-day boat tour, then spend the morning swimming, snorkeling, hiking, and enjoying the sunshine on Playa Roqueta. You’ll find golden sand beaches, clear water, and jungle trails that lead to views of Acapulco's scenic coastal beaches. Your La Roqueta cruise includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Acapulco, snacks on La Roqueta Island, and snorkeling equipment.

Head to Isla la Roqueta (Roqueta Island) on a 2-tank dive from Acapulco. You'll have the chance to see eagle rays, puffer fish, seahorses, and other Pacific marine life. This is for certified divers only.

Easily combine several activities in Acapulco in this single tour, with all details arranged in advance. Saddle up to ride down the sandy beach; expert guidance and supervision means both experts and novices will enjoy the ride. Participate in a baby turtle release program and visit the Chapel of Peace, the highest observation point in the bay. Arranging all of these activities individually would be difficult, but this tour takes care of the logistics so you can just focus on the experience.

Very Small Group, Clean & Safe. Easily combine several activities in Acapulco in this single tour, with all details arranged in advance. Saddle up to ride down the sandy beach; expert guidance and supervision means both experts and novices will enjoy the ride. Presence the iconic high cliff diving exhibition, a real must in Acapulco do your necessary shopping (optional) and have an included lunch in very nice setting of a restaurant on the beach. Arranging all of these activities individually would be difficult, but this tour takes care of the logistics so you can just focus on the experiences. Give us the opportunity of being your guide and we guarantee your tour with us will be a referral of your visit to Acapulco.

Take the plunge with this scuba lesson for beginners. Explore the crystalline waters surrounding Roqueta Island, off Acapulco’s coast, while diving with an experienced instructor. Enjoy snacks and drinks—a vegetarian option is available—and upgrade to an extended experience with a second dive. Hotel pickup and drop off are included.

Enjoy the warm waters of Acapulco Bay on a half-day tour that includes paddleboarding and snorkeling from a sandy beach. This tour is suitable for all levels of experience, and your guide provides instruction and use of all equipment. After enjoying the water sports, have a lunch of Mexican fare before your guide returns you to your hotel.

Take a break from the beach on a 5-hour excursion to Acapulco’s highlights and hidden gems. The day begins with an informative hike through Roqueta Island, a tranquil and secluded area often missed by visitors. After a spin through historic downtown landmarks, witness the famed La Quebrada cliff divers and cap the tour with a traditional Mexican meal. Round-trip hotel transport and admission tickets are included.

Very Small Group, Clean & Safe A fabulous tour that will share with you the beauties Acapulco has to offer. This tour may start in your hotel or the cruise ship terminal Enjoy a City Tour as you head to see the diver having the undivided attention of your private knowledgeable and friendly tour guide that will share with you all information you request regarding the City or The Country After the Diving Exhibition where you will enjoy Lunch and 1 Drink the tour will head west of the City of Acapulco driving through the Farmers Market where the locals do their shopping Then tour will go to the Coyuca Lagoon and to the beach where we will participate in Baby Turtle Release Ceremony and be the "godmother or godfather" of a little baby quelonio into the waters of the Pacific Ocean When this is thru tour will head back to the place where we started. End of our services Give us the opportunity of being your guide and we guarantee your tour with us will be a referral of your visit.

Small Group, Clean & Safe. This is a 6 hour tour that leaves from your hotel or cruise at 9:00 am (please contact your local suplier to define exact time and place of pick up). The transportation in between all the places below as for departing your hotel or cruise will be provided in an air conditioned van. One Hour Boat Ride One Hour Horseback Riding through a typical village and a lonely beach Participate in a Baby Turtle Release Ceremony Visit a recently opened Cocodrile farma and learn about these fantastic animals. Savour a Delicious Lunch beers and bottled water along the tour Give us the opportunity of being your guide and we guarantee your tour with us will be a referral of your visit to Acapulco.