Some of Acapulco’s
beaches have huge breaking waves, ideal for the fascinating sport of
surfing. For those wishing to surf and windsurf at beginner level,
the port city also has beaches with smaller breaks, where you can
experience the excitement of surfing under the hot sun.
Icacos – Located in the Zona Dorada in the southern portion
of the bay, is one of Acapulco’s biggest and longest beaches. The
waves are generally moderate at this beach The calm waters of Icacos
are great for windsurfing. All the necessary gear and equipment can
be rented right on the beach.
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.
This beach is known for its strong undertow, so you should be very
careful if you are not an experienced swimmer. The waves at this
location prove challenging to even the most advanced surfers.
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. These waters also pose a significant
challenge for surfing enthusiasts. You can also rent a bodyboard on
this beach, which is a wider and shorter board than a surfboard.
Punta Diamante – Located five kilometers southeast of Puerto
Marques. This beach is famous for its powdery sand beaches and
strong surf. This beach forms part of Acapulco’s ambitious tourism
development project and is ideal for both experienced and prudent
surfers.
Condesa – Located in the Zona Dorada area along Costera
Miguel Aleman Avenue, you will find one of Acapulco’s most popular
beaches. This beach, though it doesn’t offer big surf, is
recommendable for all levels of windsurfing.
Tamarindo, Hornos and Hornitos – These three beaches are
located along Costera Miguel Aleman Avenue and are known for their
finely textured sand and small waves Ideal for aquatic sports like
windsurfing. The best time of day to hit the water is between 6 and
8 am. At sunrise you’ll see fisherman heading out to sea for their
daily catch..
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