SCUBA DIVING

Along Mazatlan?s coast you?ll find calm and clear waters in which you can scuba dive at a depth of 10 meters (33 feet), allowing you a closer look at some of the diverse marine wildlife. You can also search for the remains of sunken ships off the shores of Las Tres Islas.

Las Tres Islas. Located 3 km (2 mi) west of Mazatlan. An Important symbol of Mazatlan, this group of islands consists of Pajaros, Venados and Lobos. These three islands have calm and crystalline waters, making them an excellent spot for scuba diving. The impressive underwater scenery and beautiful marine wildlife is captivating.

Playa Norte. This beach stretches from the edge of the city to the Zona Dorada, about 60 km (37 mi) west of downtown Mazatlan. This beach forms part of the port?s main bay and it stretches more than 16 km (10 mi). The southern portion of the beach has moderate waves and ideal conditions for swimming or scuba diving; it?s a great spot for observing a wide variety of species.