OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

For outdoor activities, surrounding areas of Acapulco offer a large canyon, a river, and one of the steepest mountains of the Sierra Madre del Sur range, and a group of rocks that have human figures carved onto them, making the area ideal for hiking and trekking. In many of these places, you can also do some rock climbing and cave exploring. To compliment this, some of the beaches offer romantic horseback rides.

Pueblo Bravo ? Located 6 kilometers (3.7 miles) south of Tierra Colorada along route 95. Has several caves for those who like cave exploring.

Puerto Marques ? Located 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) southeast of Acapulco, you can arrive at the Puerto Marques Bay by driving down a panoramic highway and taking a turnoff toward the port. Consists of 16 beaches, all of which have abundant vegetation. All of the beaches offer calm waters and powdery sand. You?ll also find a wide selection of dining options, where you can taste the state?s traditional cuisine and local seafood.

Pie de la Cuesta ? Located 10 kilometers (6 miles) northeast of the Acapulco Bay, this beach is known for its strong surf, so be careful when swimming. You can arrive by taking the Pie de la Cuesta highway until you reach the four-kilometer mark in Barra de Coyuca. At this beach you can take in gorgeous sunsets while riding a horse along the impeccable seashore.

Revolcadero ? You?ll find Revolcadero four kilometers (2.5 miles) east of Puerto Marques. The waves and undertow are strong so be careful in the water. Along this beach, with its finely textured sand, you can do some horseback riding or marvel at beautiful sunsets.

Palma Sola ? Located six kilometers (3.7 miles) north of the city, on the grounds of the Acapulco Bay?s amphitheater, which is part of El Veladero National Park. Visiting hours are Monday through Sunday from 10:00 to 6:00. Here you can take long walks with a panoramic view of the bay while appreciating the lush environment.