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Home of Mexico's largest shrimp fleet and numerous beachside restaurants specializing in this tasty crustacean.  Bargain at the massive city market, where the price of the day depends on your powers of persuasion.  Explore the historic colonial villages of Sierra Madres!

Port of Call Information:

When your ship arrives in Mazatlan, you'll see land on both sides.  The port is located on the south side of town along the Darsena, a navigational channel that runs between Mazatlan's curved peninsula and the Isla Belvedere.  Two steep hills, Cerro de Vigia and Cerro del Creston, rise beside the channel, although the rest of the city is fairly flat.  The dock area is devoted to commercial fishing, industry and the navy.

When you get off the ship, you'll transfer by van to the visitor information center at the opposite side of the long dock.  From there, it's a five-minute cab ride to downtown (or a 20-minute walk, which we don't recommend - you'll pass through an industrial area with little scenery).  It's a 15-minute cab ride to the Zona Dorada.

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Sampler of Tours ~ Mazatlan, Mexico:
 
City Tour and Folkloric Show ~ A narrated bus tour takes you through historic Old Mazatlan, downtown and the Zona Dorada.  It includes a stop at the cliffs by Olas Altas Beach for a cliff divers' exhibition and ends with a folkloric dance show.  3-4 hours. About US$20.

Shopping, Beach and Lunch ~ Passengers are taken to a variety of shopping areas, then to a resort for lunch and a swim at the beach.  Changing facilities and beach towels are provided.  6-7 hours. About US$35.

Sierra Madre Tour ~ This guided tour to the mountains includes a stop at the furniture-making town of Concordia and the historic village of Copala. A Mexican lunch in a Copala restaurant is included.  Passengers ride in air-conditioned buses.  7 hours. About US$40.

Las Moras and Horseback Riding ~ A beautiful 19th-century guest ranch 30 minutes from Mazatlan - complete with swimming pool, gardens and horseback riding - is yours for the day.  Lunch is served poolside.  There's also time for shopping in Mazatlan later, if you choose.  5-6 hours. About US$65.

Deep-Sea Fishing ~ Anglers board a fishing boat near the cruise-ship dock and head to the open sea in pursuit of sailfish or marlin.  Includes all equipment and fishing license, but not refreshments or lunch.  Children are not allowed to participate in this excursion.  8 hours. About US$325. Nonfishing passengers are welcome for a reduced fee.

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