My second trip to Saltillo included the Museo del Desierto. Many locals recommend this museum to visit. As an independent author in which my book project was specifically on the Chihuahuan Desert, this museum offers excellent exhibits of the Chihuahuan Desert, the largest in North America. The paleontology exhibits are very deep here and the Chihuahuan Desert is very rich in discovery of many dinosaurs and periods existing in the area. But that's just one major part of this museum. The geological exhibits here are the creme of the crop, they definitely steal the show. I have never seen a spectacular display of rocks, minerals, and precious gems. Also to note, the reptile exhibit is pretty amazing as well, every type of rattlesnake found in these southern and southwest regions are here, including Guila Monsters. Also there is a Mexican Wolves exhibit which are very rare, and endangered. Plan on spending a long time at this amazing location, it is a very large museum and has a very diverse offering of exhibits. You will not be disappointed!

This museum is amazing! So many natural history wonders, and most fossils found locally! The crystal cave exhibit was breathtaking, the mineral and gemstone section was gorgeous, the animals on display are well kept and look happy/healthy, the history of the Mexican people was well represented, you can observe cave drawings and take a step through the many eras of earth’s history, and they had many live activities to observe as well as an outdoor area with live animals as well. I really enjoyed seeing the paleontology lab. The gift shop is well stocked, there is a cactus exhibit annd nursery you can purchase from, snacks annd drinks are available to purchase, and there are many guides on staff to answer questions. It truly is a fascinating place, and everyone who visits and/or lives in Coahuila should take the time to soak in the wonders of this spectacular museum!

Fantastic Museum. Lots of geology, history, and paleontology. Displays that bring the past to life. Well worth the visit. Also a great idea of what to do with that old car 🤣

I would recommend this museum to anyone who is visiting Saltillo. Lots to see, even some reptiles and animals. They have a large display of minerals and crystals. There is also a cactus nursery where you can buy 🌵.

Absolute fantastic museum. It's quite large and shines the spotlight on the history of the earth. The biggest theme is paleontology and dinosaurs. The Coahuilaceratops was found here in the region. There's also a reptilian section with Mexican snakes, some bats, turtles, coyotes and impressive mountain goats. tough the exponats aren't described in english, some of the staff speaks it.

Very good natural history museum, lots of things to see for kids and adults. Loved the paleontology and minerals section of the museum. We had fun as a family. The parking machine is not the most reliable and useful, it only takes small Mexican bills so you’re forced to go back and get change.

Guide Raymond made this visit ultra special for us! The collection, the presentation, the AV usage are all par excellence!

Exquisite cathedral with so much beautiful history. The architecture is breathtaking. The art is simply stunning. The people of Saltillo are warm, inviting and so kind. I appreciated that the cathedral stays open for all to admire, appreciate, worship, meditate, and to learn. Thank you. It is truly a work of religious art and complete mastery of color, design, craftsmanship and devotion.

Interesting old cathedral. Painted not stained glass. Not too ornate inside but exterior stonework is exceptional.

Incredible and stunning old world styled catherdral.

Good price, tasty food and kind waitresses

Beautiful old cathedral built in the mid to late 1700s

Stopped here on the way to Monterrey, stunning and beautiful in person , it was worth the stop just to see it and take pics.

Beautifull Cathedral to get to know learn the story behind and appreciate decorations made by local indians. Culture, Heritage and Knowledge.

Great place to leant history. I enjoyed the tour a lot. Only bad review would be that the tasting is not included or that you don't get to taste the process like in other vineyards. Tasting is 300 pesos. Still. Very enjoyable. Place full of history. Oh and the church rocks!

Where can I start??... perfect place to spend one full day with family or friends if you have time take the two tours and the tasting route. Awesome place you will take a lot of picture over there the prices are ok and the wines are cheaper that a super market. The wine is one of the best of Mexico.

The place is beautiful! Because of the pandemic, you need to make reservations at least a day before for the tour but you can enter to the gardens and store for free. The church is very pretty too. The wine they sell is more expensive than the local wine you can find in Parras but still affordable

Very beautiful winery, a lot of history behind it. The wine is delicious ( no tasting only for sale), and the guided tour is really cool. Overall, a great experiance!

Great place to visit when in Parras, they give you a tour inside and you can also book a wine tasting.

Just wow. It’s a beautiful place to spend the whole day

This place was wonderful to visit. The views and history is really impressive and take you back in time. We did the tour with the wine tasting and it was phenomenal. I definitely recommend to anyone. We went in mid March and the grape plants were beginning to grow, if you want to see them in full bloom it’s best to attend in late July or August. Definitely a experience and the town also has a lot of history and great dining options. Recommend for a weekend getaway.

An unforgettable experience! Taking the teleferic in the evening was absolutely magical—the whole city lit up beneath us, with panoramic views stretching as far as the eye could see. The ride itself was smooth and relaxing, and the atmosphere at sunset made it even more special. It’s the perfect way to see the city from a different perspective and enjoy a peaceful moment above the hustle and bustle. Highly recommend it for anyone visiting—you won’t regret it!

What an awesome place. I really like the peace you feel inside the church and how much thought have been put into the making of the cite. Still work to be done and they seem to be working on it. I fully Recommend this place to have a better look of the statue and for a panoramic view of the city. Loved it.

Absolutely a beautiful place to visit!!

A simple reminder of how small we are between the stars. It's a beautiful view, has a restaurant for a couples date night, and dinosaurs for the kiddos. There is a lot of walking up there stairs so wear comfortable shoes and bring some water.

Very nice! Price was about $3 for two people and the trip took about 10 minutes. Very nice view and I have been on other cable cars and it was not near as scary as some of the others that I have been on in the past. It provides a wonderful Vista of the entire city and is a nice experience. The cars hold up to 8 people and slow down significantly so you can get in. I highly recommend a trip up the teleferico if you are in Torreon.

Great fun for the whole family. Only 30 pesos for adults and 15 pesos for children and senior citizens. You catch the cable car downtown and take the ride up to the top of the mountain. It takes only about 5 minutes. It gives you a great view of the whole city of Torreon. You can see for many miles in all directions in a clear day.

A cheap and fun way to spend an hour. A 10 minute ride each way. And the great viewpoint from the top

Very, very, friendly staff. Lots of history. Staff well educated

We have wonderful time The very incredible museum

The most interesting parts were the memorial to the massacre of the Chinese in Torreón during the revolution; the cultural and economic history of Torreón; and especially the retrospective on various female photographers

Beautiful art display

Very nice art of different style and eras.

Spectacular at night

Due to covid-19 most of the gallery was blocked but still awesome.

Puente de Ojuela and Mapimí are the must see attractions in Durango. I have been to Mapimí many times and have made many friends there. The people are so friendly. They will invite you into their homes. The place is very historical. It was one of the most prosperous places in the region due to the gold mine. Well-worth a visit. You can do it on public transport from Gómez Palacio.

A great place to go with family and friends! Historic mine and Little town which had up to 5000 people during its best times of mineral explotation. Entrance: $120 mexican pesos. Around $10 USD. Enjoy!

Very beautiful place!

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Mamalon master

Bellisimo!!!!!

Unfortunately, it was closed on Friday afternoon. It has a very beautiful clonial design and construction. There was no sign or guide on site to provide information.

I was impressed with Durango, it has a lot to offer, the historic part is so beautiful day and night.

I love this place. I was confirmed in the church hear 34 years ago Be sure to see the museum in the back

I'm not fully Catholic, but I enjoy visiting churches, and even though this cathedral was remodeled, it still keeps a lot from it's original building date.

Beautiful down town area that is family friendly , with lots of beautiful buildings and food and gift shop stands.

Beautiful Cathedral! Very well preserved. A must !!

Beautiful looking Church. Love this city, so full of culture.

A great time was had by all ages here! Tickets are not cheap but the animals here will fill you with wonder! About a 22 min ride from the cruise terminal. We took an Uber and it was super easy. It will definitely beat out any cruise excursion price!

Nice select but parts are very run down. Majority of the "park" is outdoors, so hat and water will be helpful. If you plan ahead, your tickets will be 40% less.

We arrived at opening expecting a large crowd, but there was no line. We had a great visit, it took a few hours to explore but there was so much to see and experience. This is a great family site to visit and you can interact to the degree you feel comfortable. I will revisit the site in the future.

A great place to spend a couple of hours. My husband’s favourite was feeding the rays. I thought the mini jellyfish were beautiful. It had the biggest aquarium I’ve ever seen. Fun for adults and kids. The two people who put on the bird show at 1 o’clock were super fun. It was really cool when they had the parrot fly over the crowd, hitting them with its wings on the way by. On the way

My wife and I (30yrs old) went to the aquarium date on a Tuesday and there was no line, very polite and happy staff. 😊 There is plenty to walk around and see many shows and interactions. We had lunch at the burger tank (tbh wouldn't recommend even with 20% off - try something else) The best part was my personal connection to penguins 🐧🐧🐧 because my grandma loves them. We saw many cool things and took a lot of great pics of reptiles and birds🐾🐊🦢🌵 and went to the bird cage.🦜 I would recommend this aquarium is interesting and a great place for learning and family. We walked the whole lot and spent most of our day! YAY THANKS EVERYONE 😊

Great aquarium. Price a little high. Still had a good time.

The exterior of the aquarium is beautiful, the grounds are impeccable. Once you enter the building, it is a little disappointing. The isn't really much to see Inside beside a LOT of fish. The most disappointing aspect was the fact that here we are in Mexico, and ALL the coral in the tanks is fake (plastic), how can this be, why is there not real coral!!!!

So beautiful and immaculate. Come, see and worship. Weekday 12nn mass is spectacular

A great way to spend an afternoon. The cathedral was pretty awesome. There is no admission charge but you can make a donation if you want. It's very close to the plaza, so you can check out the street vendors, shops and restaurants. Make sure to take small bills. One of the small street vendors wasn't able to make change for a $20 bill on a $3 purchase, not even in pesos.

Gorgeous historical monument of Christianity. The area is a mecca of middle size old time neighborhood. Always full of folks except at night. Lots of atmosphere. The square is full of wonderful little areas that needs exploring.

Well ..... 10,000+ great reviews can't be wrong. Very impressive, old, large cathedral. Really busy neighborhood, everybody is selling everything .... :) The artwork inside is beautiful. Well worth a visit.

Beautiful church! We were on cruise and Mazatlan was one of our port stops. We followed the blue road to this church. The self guided tour was excellent.

Wonderful Catholic Church. The architecture is quite unique and intricate. Our tour bus came here for a 20 minute stop. Remember to take your hat off while visiting to show your respect.

A short walk from cruise terminal great church 12 pm daily mass.

Very nice long walk… humid dress in cool clothes and comfy shoes.

Great walk around sunset.

*** Everything you were told is true*** Love coming here everyday after the sun comes down. So much fun .. Do what you want! Walk, run, sit, drink or people watch... Very entertaining and fun spot the hangout

Absolutely beautiful and lovely!!! Very clean and the views are amazing!! Make sure to walk at the ocean side just before sunset! The sunset will amuse you! The weather in March is the best. Friendly people!!

By far my favorite place in Mexico! I love the weather and food and the people are so friendly . Its not a big tourist place which is nice because you get to enjoy the scenery and just relax. The also have a place called stone island which is a great beach . They serve some of the freshest seafood dishes here as well.

It's about 6 miles long in total. Great place to walk, take in sites, restaurants, shopping. Fun place to chill with a 6 pack, take pics or go for jog. You can walk it or grab a taxi. Goodtimes.

It's long.... Very long. Don't walk it in the middle of the day. Mornings or evenings are great to walk it, but never the middle of the day as the sun is pouring down on you trying to make you into a dried up shrimp.

Great place to bring the family! Very well kept. Very informative

A must visit! Beautiful, peaceful, family friendly botanical garden. Surrounded by a palm alea and park. Make sure to check out the bathroom:)) - it’s a piece of art just itself.

Beautiful and peaceful, perfect for meditation and grounding oneself, it's breathtaking. Definitely a place to visit..

One of the best Botanical Gardens of México, is home of many plant species from around the world integrating landscaping, architecture and art in harmonic balance with nature.

Encounter exposition is one of a kind in the world, the only one in Latin America. It's an awesome show made out of Culiacán's sky. Only available at sunrise or sunset. The garden is beautiful, ideal for a chill walking with friends, family or a love date. Certainly one of the most beautiful places in the city.

Absolutely gorgeous gardens and enjoyable walk... Tuesday it is free entry.

Great place. 25 acres of nature from around the world filled along with themes and sculptures

Good place to walk and get some fresh air. Family friendly environment.

Good place to go for a walk or either do some exercise, don't go if the weather is too hot!

The Tamazula river run through this place and it's very relaxing seeing families walking and having fun.

Lovely park, it was very nice to walk around the lake and take some great pictures at night.

We loved it, great familly place to spend the day with your family no matter the day.

Good service, food and music a comfortable place to drink and share moments

Its one of the only good parcks to visit in Culiacan full of people, and activities is perfect to visit with family

Interesting little museum. It definitely gives a better feel for the history of the area, from the recent past to way back. Be sure to go up onto the roof for amazing views of the city and beyond. A worthy way to spend a couple of hours if you are visiting El Fuerte.

The cholo security guard made it uncomfortable to walk around. He followed us and stalked us the whole way through. Then he made uncomfortable questions like where we were from, what hotel we were staying at, and what car we drove. The view was great though.

Despite some shortcomings of the exhibition space (loud music, unfortunate taxidermy - see attached) this place is pretty spectacular. An original 16th century fort built to defend against local, unweilding tribespeople. Climb up for a fabulous view of the river and watch the sun set over the protected hunting grounds. If the museum had explained the story of this place better, maybe with more information about the people who shaped it - rather than a bunch of 19th century photos (interesting, but given no context), this would definitely rank 5*

Nice place to visita of you Luke the outdoots...

The rooftop view is beautiful

They have a hall with pictures of the drunk people (and other important people) in town's history.

Beautiful colonial style town. Big river and walkway to spend an afternoon. People are friendly and helpful to find your way around. This is a pueblo mágico in State of Sinaloa.

Beautiful scenery and majestic waters await. There were several places to scuba and snorkel the reefs. The prices seemed to be the same at most down by the water. $1300 pesos a person for a 2 hour snorkel tour. Sea lions and tortuga were int he waters as well as whales during our visit. We were able to see whales from shore splashing in the waves. Unfortunately, we did not go out in the water as we visited on a very windy day. There were a few restaurants available at the main NP entrance for boats.

Amazing beautiful must-see location! We went snorkelling with the Cabo Pulmo Sports Centre and had lunch at “Tacos and Beer” that we enjoyed! If you aren’t scared of a dirt road, go here! We saw 5 humpback whales, sea lions, the reefs and the beautiful beaches! Looks like people can camp in their RVs right there as well.

Nice beach with parking for campers. Not much to see in the water as the coral has been broken. Out further though, available by boat, is some beautiful reef areas. There’s also an area with sea lions (again boat access only) and a snorkel area that can be reached from shore. The shore snorkeling also has mostly broken coral and dead zones though we saw sea turtles and a few puffer fish. Further out in the dive zones there are also lovely reefs so the best method is to hire a snorkel or dive boat.

An absolute dream. Quiet, clean, wide, white sandy beaches, not many people, and protected bays for easy snorkelling. Dog-friendly, un-pretentious, with a great little taco restaurant in the tiny little town. A short drive from San Jose del Cabo, we went for a day trip and it was an ideal excursion. Advise bringing your own water, snacks etc because there’s not much there other than dive shops and little informal restaurants.

One of the most beautiful places! The water is so blue. The beach is covered in rocks so water shoes are recommended. Huge scuba location but snorkeling is also available for non divers. The small town on the coast of the park is an off the grid location. There is no readily available wifi so be prepared to use your data with intermittent outages. Most places prefer cash or only take cash. There are no electric lines so pictures are unobstructed. Due to limited lights at night this is a great place for star gazing and astrophotography. There is a store but if you have strong preferences, you pick up supplies before heading to Cabo Pulmo. The business owners are very friendly. I highly recommend carving out a couple of days to visit but do your research and be prepared.

100% worth visiting! We made 2 open water dives in the park and it was one of the most fascinating experiences I’ve ever had. One of them was a dive with the bull sharks. Don’t worry, the sharks were very friendly. I would recommend to plan this trip ahead since there are limited amount of people can dive at once.

Beautiful water on this trip to Cabo Pulmo. Huge schools of fish, many mantas, moray eels and other colorful creatures. Great support from the crew for another awesome dive.

Cabo Pulmo Watersports! Leo was our diving instructor and we could not say enough good things about the whole diving experience start to finish with him. From fitting us with wet suits, to actually being in the water, he prepped us with all the teaching that we needed to feel comfortable and confident throughout the day. Jonathan was the boat caption, was very kind and knowledgeable, and it was evident that he is a great guy. They had drinks and fresh fruit on the boat so we didn't go hungry in between diving locations. All the staff at Cabo Pulmo Watersports were friendly and seemed respectful. These guys definitely know their stuff! We can't wait until we get to return and dive with them again!

My partner got me a private whale watching and snorkeling experience here and it was so memorable! It was my first time doing any of this and I felt safe and tended to throughout the whole experience. The guide shared information about everything we saw - marine behavior, mating habits, etc. She didn’t fill up the time with endless talk, either as many people in this profession tend to do. There was plenty of time to just sit and enjoy the elements! I’d love to come back again!

Cabo Pulmo Watersports is a breezy open welcoming spot, walking distance from the ocean. Everything happens with a smile - from registering your dive certificates to meeting your dive guide to getting onto the water. Our dive guide was Leonardo who knows very well Cabo Pulmo both under the water and above. He was personable and very helpful - not just for diving but also for where to eat, how to get here or there, or where to stay. We had two dives/ one day out on the water with Leo and a second day with another one of CPW's dive guides. The visibility was not great when we were there in May but the water was full of life - it was so good we are returning in November when the visibility is supposedly better and the waters full of jacks. At all times on the boat we felt well supported by Leo - his approach to diving is informed, safe and very enjoyable. Leo is also full of wonderful diving stories given his vast experience as a dive instructor and dive guide in many different countries and dive environments, and we had some lovely moments listening to his diving adventures over a cool Cabo Pulmo lunch. Post-diving the washing, hanging and sorting of kit was easy and there was a good post-dive chat around the communal tables with other divers comparing what we had seen that morning in the waters. What is so great about the diving here is that it is all within the protected waters of Cabo Pulmo National Park. The enclosed protected area ensures that the numbers of divers at any one dive site is limited and the sea creatures protected from over-tourism. We loved the diving at Cabo Pulmo so much we are back in November. Thanks to Leo and all the crew and look forward to seeing you again soon.

Very incredible experience, the dive locations were beautiful and the dive instructor was very attentive and helpful not to mention very affordable Don't forget your saddles though, the sand gets really hot

Very nice dive club, the team is amazing! My boyfriend completed his first PADI certification with Leo and I was able to do 4 dives with him, all in very beautiful spots. Thanks to the whole team! We highly recommend them without hesitation. Joachim & Oriane

We had a fantastic experience on our snorkeling trip with Cabo Pulmo Watersports. They came highly recommended by a friend, and we couldn't have been happier with our trip. They set us up with quality gear - wetsuits, snorkel gear - and a wonderful guide Andy, who was very knowledgeable about all of the fish we saw, and even spotted several sea turtles. She started out the trip by asking what we wanted to see so she could plan the stops based on our wish list. Though we stopped at 3-4 places and did some whale watching in between, it never felt rushed and we saw so much incredible marine life - tons of colorful fish, sea lions, turtles, whales. Andy let us spend as much or as little time as we wanted in each spot. We also absolutely love that the community came together in the 90's in support of the marine reserve, and abandoned fishing so they could focus on conservation and tourism instead. This has resulted in one of the most successful marine reserves in the world, with an increase of 450% in fish population. We love supporting regenerative, eco-experiences like these. We will definitely be back - hopefully to learn to dive next time!

DEFINITELY dive with Cabo Pulmo Watersports, best in town for sure! Leo was our instructor for getting our deep dive certification - he was amazing. Super fun and energetic and straight to the point which meant we were able to get into the water sooner. Super good vibes all round - no better way to go diving, we wanted to just hang around with everyone after. The diving is simply terrific too. Thank you Leo!!

Had the most fantastic lunch. The cook has gone to culinary school and it shows. The show stoppers here are the cauliflower tacos with an almond mole sauce (and I am not even vegetarian). Also you will never have tasted French Toast like the one they serve for dessert. We also had the flank steak tacos as well as the octopus tacos. We came for the waterfall but the food is what will bring us back

Absolutely beautiful and has exploded in popularity in recent years, and it'd be great if the owners/groundskeepers would actually bother to keep the place clean and organized, and perhaps even limit the number of people who visit each day, as the place can be an absolute zoo on the weekends. The food of the new restaurant is really great when the chef is there.

The waterfall and swimming area is terrific. Super nice spending the day on the rocks and then a cool off in the water. We drove and parked our Sprinter RV in the designated camping area for an extra $100 pesos per person. We had access to the bathroom a fire pit and water hose. We stopped for lunch a few KM before at a great little road side farm. Bill runs it. It was terrific. We had fresh bread avacado toast and fresh cesar salad. Was terrific. At the falls area we ate dinner and breakfast. Excellent food, but a bit pricey. No big deal given the remote location. Everyone there was so nice.

No longer a paradise? We came again since we loved this swimming spot 3 years ago. I am afraid it's past its capacity for visitors right now. A film of sunscreen on the water surface and hundreds of little fish nibbling on your skin the second you enter the water ( yuck!!!) indicate there might be just too many people coming for a dip. We have seen at least 50 people come in during our two hours midday off-season (in July). I am curious how many 250 pesos tickets this Eco actually sells per day. Restaurant was closed during our visit. Overall this was disappointing and not worth the trip.

Waterfall is unique. Small restaurant with limited menu. 350 to camp overnight. Lots of animals, donkeys, goats, rabbits, a peacock and budgies. No showers or I would have stayed longer.

Hands-down, one of the most beautiful places to visit. It is a natural wonder - like being in a Hollywood movie. The grounds are upkept very well and the price to enter is so reasonable considering you are covering the cost for the national park ie government charge - as well as the cost to upkeep the private road. Thanks for an amazing experience!! ✨✨✨✨✨

This place was 1st stop in our road trip in Baja and it was beautiful and surreal. Maybe because we were there during the week, but we hardly ran into people in our hikes to near by water fall and drive to near by thermal bath. Our cabin was very clean and insect free (surprisingly for the area), it was piece of luxury in a beautiful setting with a very basic kitchen that allowed us to prep simple food. We only stayed overnight but we definitely could have stayed another night as the king sized bed was very comfortable 😍. Would love to stay next time and try the restaurant food that another guest (didn’t even run into them til check out) raved about. P.S. the white kitty 🐈‍⬛ in the property is a sweetheart 😍, best welcome host😝

fantastic diving area to experience sea lions

5/5 amazing experience. We secured our tickets by going to the Malecon early in the morning. Got breakfast in the meantime. The trip is so beautiful & peaceful. Some people even do glamping on the island. You get to snorkel in certain areas of the island. I would recommend taking a jacket. Also, get the appropriate sunscreen to not damage the coral.

Sv Rhiannon is on the move again. First stop is this beautiful island. Great to duck into to wait out a Northern wind. Crystal clear water. Great snorkeling and fishing (Although get permits) This is my last journey with Rhiannon. Thankfully She changed my life heart and soul. How could a person not change sailing Solo on a 45ft Sailboat. ❤️☮️🌏~🏴‍☠️

WOW...this whole area is just awesome..!! We had an opportunity to snorkel in the area, but we were restricted from climbing on the rock formations. There were coral in the area that were restricted and protected from placing a foot on it or near any of it. Even with all of the various restrictions, we still enjoyed as much of the snorkeling and exploring around the rock formations and coral in the area. We saw many varieties of fish and birds and several other unidentified life that was really great to see and explore. Kinda made us feel like we were the first to see it all! LoL Isla Espiritu Santo is a nature preserve area for snorkeling, swimming, and hanging out on the beach. We saw a variety of the local sea life including manta rays, schools of fish jumping out of the water, various kinds of tropical fish, the sea lion pups and adults. The area is best explored with a knowledgeable local or a knowledgeable tour guide who can answer any questions about the area or the licenses needed while in the area visiting. There were a many people in the area visiting with their own boats and docked in the area open water and adjacent to the land to get to the shores to enjoy the beaches or have a nice picnic under the their shade tent under the sun. The area was just awesome.

A must tour to do. Sea of Cortez is amazing.

Amazing place where you can actually appreciate a lot of things like the mountain layers, sea lions, whales, dolphins and many other sea Flora and fauna. Really incredible.

Gorgeous place. Definitely something you need to visit

Totally worth the drive from Cabo for an excellent day trip to this beautiful beach. Goes knee deep for a long stretch, and although we were warned about stingrays, we didn’t see any. You do have to walk shuffling your feet to avoid stepping on one but its totally worth it. Great view from the top of the hike, definitely check it out

Beautiful beach It's a beautiful place in which you can pass some hours of nice views You can bring your own food/drinks. Avoid glass and please take the garbage with you. There is 2 possible access: at 8:00h and 12:00 The maximum stay is 4 hours. The have a limited access for every group. You need to stay in the line for ~40 minutes During the line some guys are selling drinks, food (ceviche) and it's good. Be prepared because inside there is no option to buy nothing. The beach is clean, after every group the staff clean the place. The water is cold after Aug/sep but it's still a must to do activity. Consider there is some sea wildlife (jellyfish, mantas, etc), step grounding your feet and cover your skin with large clothes (jellyfish can burn your skin, nothing to die but it's better to avoid it). portable toilet is on the place if needed Parking lot is free of charge and safe

We’ve traveled a lot, seen beaches all over the world but Playa Balandra is different. The first thing that hits you is the water impossibly clear, shifting between turquoise, teal, and soft jade as the light moves. It’s shallow for what feels like forever, so you can wade out and still see the ripples dancing around your feet. The whole place feels untouched, almost sacred. The hills cradle the bay in this perfect natural curve, and the calmness is something you feel as much as you see. No crowds, no noise just wind, salt, and that unreal blue stretching out to the horizon. THE PARK IS FREE DONT LET ANY VENDOR TELL YOU OTHERWISE 20 minutes from La Paz. We took a scooter 🛵

One of the most beautiful beaches I’ve seen. The water is so shallow you can see the bottom. There’s a short hike to the top of the hill where you can take the best photos. Make sure to wear the right footwear since the trail is a bit rocky. There’s lots of marine life I saw plenty of fish and an eel! Get there early to beat the crowds. Parking fills up fast get there before 9 AM.

This place is absolutely beautiful. The water is crystal clear, easy to swim, snorkel, and relax with no waves! Easy walk to mushroom rock for a great photo opportunity! It’s regulated pretty heavily with limitations on how long you can stay, which is the only bummer. Highly recommend!

Beautiful beach to visit near La Paz. We came in the August heat, when the water was very warm. Saw a puffer fish (?) and lots of little fish, but no manta rays. Also many impressive birds flying the thermals above. It’s amazing how many people arrive at the beach without supplies, creating a great business opportunity for the locals. As a protected beach they only allow a limited group in the morning, clear them out at noon, and another limited group in the afternoon, with closure at 5 pm.

There are a few time windows you can be in the beach (8:00-12:00, and 13:00-17:00). Just buy the tickets online on the website and come whenever. Highly recommend to rent sun umbrella. The beach itself is great. Shallow water with many fish.

Away from the downtown hustle and bustle. Public beach with free palapas and various food shops near by that career to the beach customers. You can feel free to go up and get your own or for a few shekels more, you can have them bring it to you on the beach. Nice calm water and beautiful long pier suitable for photo shoots. If you can't get one of the free palapas you can rent an umbrella table and chairs. If you're there to eat and drink the table chairs and umbrella are complimentary with your purchase. The water was calm clean and cool on the day we went with a light breeze in about 80°F. We had beers and fruit while we enjoyed the views and the sand. The people were kind, the service was great, the prices were very reasonable. The beach was very clean with people enjoying music and not a ton of loud obnoxious young adults and smokers.

It's an excellent choice if you're looking for a convenient, family-friendly beach close to the city. The beach is well-maintained and has all the essentials you need for a comfortable day by the water. One of the biggest perks is its accessibility. It's a quick and easy drive from downtown La Paz, and there's plenty of parking available. You don't have to worry about a long journey to find a great spot. The water is typically calm and shallow, which makes it perfect for kids to swim and play in. There are also palapas and lounge chairs you can rent, so you're not stuck laying a towel directly on the sand. The on-site restaurant and food stalls are a huge plus, offering a decent variety of food and drinks. The bathrooms are also clean and well-kept. The only reason I'm not giving it five stars is that it can get pretty crowded, especially on weekends and holidays. The atmosphere is more "busy public beach" than "tranquil escape." If you're looking for a quiet, secluded spot, this might not be it. However, if you're traveling with family or want a beach with amenities and a lively vibe, it's a fantastic option. It's a great place to spend a fun, hassle-free day soaking up the sun and enjoying the Sea of Cortez.

Solid beach on the edge of town that somehow works for both family vibes and cracking beers with the bros. Plenty of free palapas to claim, or you can spring for an umbrella setup with chairs and a table. Food is available too—take the short walk up to the restaurants or kick back and let table-side service come to you. The only buzzkill? Shards of broken glass in the sand. I didn’t hit anything sharp, but bottles on the beach are a trash move—stick to cans. If people showed this place a little more respect, it’d easily be a 5-star recommendation. As it stands, the vibe is there, the setup is there, but the glass is a safety hazard.

Nice beach close to town. There’s public restrooms and a small seafood restaurant. There’s a scenic overlook where you can get great ocean views.

Went on a Saturday. It wasn’t terribly busy. You rent tables, chairs, umbrellas. There’s food and drink service. The ceviche was good. There are food stands up top but did not have cold coco. There’s a ramp for individuals not able to do stairs.

The water is crystal clear with schools of fish swimming around. Very nice.

Incredibly clear calm water with a super gradual water depth with 10s of kinds of fish that swim right up to you. The happy fish 12 restaurant had the best shrimp ceviche I have ever had.

I have travelled about 4 times on the ferry. I then gave it 4 stars. On my last trip I gave it 3. Quality has gone down. My cabin was run down, it even had lice on the bed. Also chaotic getting in and out of the boat. It's not a very well managed operation, in my mind. More industrial focused than hospitality focused.

This is primarily a truck ferry, don’t expect a cruise ship. Get a cabin so you aren’t sleeping the floor with hundreds of others. It is just a few dollars more. Food provided but very Mexican basic. Bar service available. Our trip was smooth and on time

I was passing by and decided to buy my ticket for tomorrow. Aduanas told me I could enter and buy it and then leave. It turned into a 2 hour ordeal having aduanas and the military tearing my bags and motorcycle apart 2 times. I explained both times that I just wanted to purchase tickers, no one explained that I could park outside and walk in. Instead they directed me to drive in. Another example of the Mexican government passing off tourists! No one working here could think rationally or had any common sense. Maybe the government should give them classes in basic critical thinking skills!

Got off our cruise ship and caught a taxi into La Paz. About a 20 to 25 minute ride. We were in a van with 10 people at $5 per person. For a couple of dollars more, you can take cab for four people. I advise you take the cab. There is also a free shuttle but you could end up wasting time waiting for it to arrive. If you are on a tight schedule, take a cab!

The trip is just way too long and very uncomforfotable . From Los Mochis aa the ticket said i began heading to the port around 9:00 pm It is about 30 minutes to get there and there is some walking too , your luggage has to be check before 11:00 pm , the Ferri sails at 12:00 The seat are ok and do recline but the lights remain on for the entire trip , you WON"T be able to sleep . The docking was at 8:00 am but you will begin disembarking at least an hour later , but it is very slow , so i got my bag around 10:00 am . Exhausted , hungry , sleepless , Bathrooms are very small for the amount of passengers , the whole boat smell terrible . Do whatever possible to not have to go this way , if you have to then , look for the cabins , no matter the price it will be worth it :(

After reading and hearing so many bad things I was nervous. But it was a great trip and easy experience. No you don't need a title, your current registration will be fine for your vehicle. You do the paperwork at the port

I bought my tickets at the office in La Paz which greatly simplified the port experience. There was a thorough but friendly search of the car before boarding, an unexpected 210 peso fee at the weigh station (it's legit, receipt and all). You can't access your vehicle during the trip so take anything you need with you. There's a cafeteria with surprisingly low rates (unlike onboard a plane), a bar, seating akin to economy flights but with plenty of leg room, and an outside observation area. If you have trouble sleeping on planes I'd recommend trying to get a cabin.

Wish that we spent more time there! Great beach. Lots of families and surfers!

Great surfing year round. The restaurant pictured burned down last week Water is usually warm and no wetsuit is required Very safe to visit here and nearby towns of Pescadero and Todos Santos.

Beautiful place! Cerritos is exploding for sure.! Developments and single families places popping up all over.

Good kid beach. Sometimes good waves. Hasn't been developed well and the "Beach Club" is horrible and a narco front. Illegal for a Mexican place to block off a beach but they het away with it.

So beautiful. Just go. I love how the sand washes up on the beach.

Good beach with many restaurants and hotels nearby.

First trip there. Good surf. Very different than Medano beach! Nice restaurant/bar on the beach. Plenty of chair and equipment rentals. Cheap massages on the beach! Easy access off the highway. Several dirt roads lead in. No problem in any car.

Daily release of some baby turtles at sunset (time varies depending on the season). Beach is quiet, not a lot of people and the sanctuary very rustic and in need of donations. The release was very informative and friendly although I feel bad for the two little turtles that are being shown. They seemed scared. Access is otherwise free and donations to the organization encouraged.

Wonderful experience! Very informative presentation, volunteers were trying to answer questions in at least four different languages! Impressive to see young local kids with so much knowledge and dedication. Keep up the good work!

They didn't release the turtles the night we went for a few reasons, but it was still great!! They brought some of them out in little tubs for us to see and it was awesome! That beach was beautiful with the sunset! Definitely going back!!

What a wonderful experience to be a part of. Our family will never forget! These folks were helping to release baby tortugas into the ocean. Just after sunset we were able to take part in the release of 90 newly hatched turtles. They protect them from predators until they are ready for release. They simply ask for a donation if you participate to provide necessities for the task. There were around 100 people the night we went.

This is experience was amazing. As we waited for sunset, whales went up and down the coastline spouting. Many even breached further offshore! Watching the tiny Olive Ridley turtles fight the waves to make it into the ocean was incredible.

I would recommend this bucketlist activity. As you park and walk out to the ocean, you'll see a fenced-in tent where the turtle eggs are in process of hatching. Usually, every evening at sunset, they release the baby turtles that were born that day. They set out several tubs with baby turtles and answer questions about the conservation efforts to help build the overall population. As there are several tubs, all should have an opportunity to take pics/vids up close. When the time comes, they carry the tubs to the ocean sand and set them free for the waves to carry them out. While waiting, we watched the large crashing ways and whale spouts while the sun sets. Very beautiful.

Access down International road is fine in a car without 4x4. Great experience for all ages. Keep an eye on the horizon, for whales and pelicans. Make sure you leave a donation, the money helps ensure the volunteers aren't too out of pocket.