Isla Ixtapa

Isla Ixtapa

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Isla Ixtapa is a small island near Zihuatanejo in the Mexican state of Guerrero. Three main beaches on Isla Ixtapa are- Playa Varadero, Playa …

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Jan 25, 2025
Once at Playa Linda, you can take a water taxi to the Isla Ixtapa. It’s busy with tourists and locals but a very nice area for swimming and snorkeling. It was not a cheap food place and you had to bu…Full review by Usia2014
Dec 8, 2024
The island is easy to get to by water taxi. Go early and expect to buy lunch if you want to sit at restaurant tables in the shadeFull review by Tricia W
Jul 8, 2024
Awesome beaches, sand and restaurants. We love going to Isla Ixtapa each trip. Many great restaurants to choose from. The one downfall (and it's a big one)... there is no cold beer anywhere. They…Full review by FlatlanderUS
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Well-known for its golden sand beach and clear waters, Isla Ixtapa is a great place to make some new memories with loved ones. Offerin…
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Is there snorkel gear to be rented on the island or do you need to bring it?
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Yes it is available to rent!
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Answer by Karen S · Mar 23, 2022
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I want to go as early as I can when the water will be the calmest to snorkel. Do you know when the first water taxi is …
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I want to go as early as I can when the water will be the calmest to snorkel. Do you know when the first water taxi is available? Thanks Joy
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8am!
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Do you pay for the boat transfers in pesos or do they take American money too?
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I'm sure either would be fine.
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Just wondering the price to rent a life jacket and how long do you get it for ? We have our own snorkel gear and plan on …
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Just wondering the price to rent a life jacket and how long do you get it for ? We have our own snorkel gear and plan on most of the day here.
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Hi, I'm sorry but we ended up not asking for life jackets because we were all good swimmers, and with salt water, you're so buoyant that you really don't need one. FYI, when visiting …
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Hi, I'm sorry but we ended up not asking for life jackets because we were all good swimmers, and with salt water, you're so buoyant that you really don't need one. FYI, when visiting Ixtapa Island, you take a water taxi, and the last boat leaves the island at 4:00 pm if I remember correctly. If you do need a life jacket however, it will be cheap for sure. Have fun!!
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Hi Glaboni. We fly from Chicago to Ixtapa this Saturday. Someone told us they only take pecos on Ixtapa Island. Is …
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Hi Glaboni. We fly from Chicago to Ixtapa this Saturday. Someone told us they only take pecos on Ixtapa Island. Is that true?? We have always used US dollars for all the places we have been in Mexico, and that has been quit a few. Looking forward to this trip. It has been 30 years since I was in Ixtapa. First for my Hubby. Thank you, Gail
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So sorry I did not get to this before hand but pesos and US currency is welcomed. Do not expect a rate of return that is always reasonable on a US dollar... Having Pesos …
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So sorry I did not get to this before hand but pesos and US currency is welcomed. Do not expect a rate of return that is always reasonable on a US dollar... Having Pesos seemed to make everyone happy happy happy. $20 peso bills for tips were always a nice gesture and went a long way on our vacation...
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