Zihuatanejo
La Madera Beach
It is connected from the main beach through the sea walker and is the perfect activity if you’re looking to go on a nice stroll, while enjoying the fresh ocean breeze and magnificent bay of Zihuatanejo. It is worth mentioning this beach has a Blue Flag certification thanks to high standards in water, services, environmental education, among others. Here the waves are perfect for bodysurfing or just splashing around (although it is one of the smaller beaches). At Madera Beach you will also find several hotels, restaurants and bars built along the beach, which are perfect for enjoying breakfast or watching a sunset overlooking the sea. The name of this beach comes from an interesting anecdote. Like many of Zihutanejo’s beaches, the names originated during the Colonial period. La Madera, or “wood beach”, was named after the oak, pine and mahogany that was exported from the shipyard’s of Zihuatanejo.
La Madera Beach
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Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
Other Beaches
The Island
This island, which is more like a small islet, can be explored by walking from one end to the other. There’s plenty to see on the island like the rock formations and spectacular views.
Playa Larga
Located within the same bay of Playa Blanca is Playa Larga. This can sometimes cause confusion; although it is a single beach, it is divided into two sections. Together it covers more than 19 km of coastline.
Playa Blanca
It is one of the most extensive of the coasts of Ixtapa Zihuatanejo. Located just around the paradisiacal Barra de Potosí, where the lagoon meets the sea.
