Mexican Riviera Snorkeling Help PLEASE

[trustthedj]

I have posted this question on the ports of call board with little response. As we are leaving next week, I must firm up our plans at each port.

 

From what I understand, there is little snorkeling in Acapulco so intend to to the 7 hour beach break at Mayan Palace and cliff divers.

 

It seems there are many good choices in Ixtapa/Zh and Manzanillo, but I'm not sure what to choose. Should it be an excursion you could suggest, or something on our own - just would really like to get some good snorkeling in at these ports of call. Please help, I'm beginning to panic! Thanks:confused:

[trustthedj]

PLEASE help with Manzanillo for best snorkeling beach???????:confused:

[RedSonja]

I have been to Ixtapa & Zihuatanejo before many years ago, but never Manzanillo. That said, I have heard that Las Hadas beach has wonderful snorkeling, it appears that you can rent equipment here (if you don't already have your own)...

http://www.mexicanpacific.com/get/lashadas/page3.asp

[rjscott]

At Ixtapa/Zihua, we snorkeled on our own. At the tender pier, there will be little motorboats, which will take you across the bay for a couple of bucks. There is a nice stretch of beach, and several areas where you can snag a beach chair and drop your stuff. There is no charge for the chairs, but we purchased a couple of beverages after our snorkel, which is what they hope for.