Manzanillo has more than lovely beaches and palm trees.

Manzanillo attractions include:

• Golf
• Fishing
• Diving
• Archaeological sites
• Museums
• Ecology
• Adventure

Manzanillo offers something for everyone. Visitors can enjoy energetic activities, or simply relax in serene venues  and do nothing at all.

Manzanillo diving and snorkeling

The bays of Manzanillo boast a multifaceted range of ocean flora and fauna in fascinating shapes and beautiful colors. The main species are:

• Globefish
• Sea urchins
• Manta rays
• For snorkeling, La Boquita Beach is recommended. It features a sunken ship and coral reefs.

Here are some of Manzanillo’s diving options:

• Las Hadas Manzanillo - Fairly shallow and has few currents - ideal for beginners  
• La Ahogada Manzanillo - A rock that is just above the water
• La Audiencia Manzanillo - Has a sand and rock floor; maximum depth of 12 meters
• El Arrecife Manzanillo - Has a lovely underwater landscape; is (60 ft.) deep
• La Roca del Elefante Manzanillo (or Elephant Rock)- A deep area with a rocky floor; contains an underwater canyon
• Los Frailes Manzanillo - Consists of small crags, located south of Elephant Rock, 27 meters deep, has strong currents, for expert divers only, one of Manzanillo’s most fun attractions

Manzanillo fishing

Manzanillo’s waters hide the treasured catches of sailfish and marlin, among fish. This bounty has made Manzanillo the site of the International Dorsey Tournament since 1954.

It has been the Sailfish Capital of the World since 1957, the year that 336 trophy fish were caught. The Dorsey Tournament takes place in November. There is a national sailfish tournament in February.

Manzanillo has an impressive abundance of sailfish. It also has astonishing opportunities for catching them. From other ports, it takes 2 or 3 hours of sailing out to sea to catch a sailfish.
In Manzanillo, it is easy to catch a sailfish in 10 to 15 minutes. Sailfish and dorado can be caught all year round. Marlin and tuna are mainly caught from November to March.

Manzanillo golfing

Manzanillo also offers an amazing variety of scenic, water-influenced golf courses. Golfers of all abilities will be impressed by the challenges of 72 holes of fine golf. Hundreds of golfers from all over the world come to Manzanillo Mexico every year.
Golfers come to test their skills and take strokes off their game. Manzanillo’s ideal climate and pervasive tranquility creates an unforgettable golfing experience. Here are some of the best golf courses in Manzanillo:

• Isla Navidad Manzanillo - Manzanillo’s best golf course, designed by Robert Von Hagge
• El Tamarindo - A secluded course nestled between the rainforest and the ocean; offers both beginners and pros golfers a course similar to Isla Navidad
• Hotel Las Hadas Golf Club Manzanillo - Has 18 holes and a spectacular view of the sea
• Club Santiago - its lush tropical beauty attracts a lot of golfers.