About Mazatlan

Mazatlan is Sinaloa and is Mexico
The Mexican Paradise of Mazatlan is located on the west side of Mexico, almost in the central part of the Pacific Ocean. It is placed in the enigmatic northeast zone that is home to many attractions such as the Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range and the Sea of Cortes (or California Gulf). Mazatlan is considered the entry door to the gulf. It is the capital of the rich state of Sinaloa and is rated as the most important city in the south of the state and the second most important one in the whole state. It hosts numerous natural and man-made attractions. Another important fact about Mazatlan's location is that it is situated 22.5 kms. south of Tropic of Cancer. you may locate it more precisely between meridians 105º31` and 106º31` west of Greenwich and between parallels 23º52` north latitude.

ACCESSIBILITY
Mazatlan is one of the few beach destinations in Mexico that currently offers every possible transportation, including air transportation, railroads, huge passenger ships and the most modern automobile access. If you want to drive in your own vehicle, there are modern highways with toll-road rates based on to the security they provide.

BY HIGHWAY, No. 15 MEXICO-NOGALES
This highway has connections with many thoroughfares from the south, center, west and north of the country. The landscapes and contrasts found in this way will make your trip a pleasant and interesting one. You may use either free or toll roads at your own choice.

BY PANAMERICAN HIGHWAY (No. 40)
This via connects Mazatlan with the "zona lagunera" and the north and northeast parts of Mexico. This highway is full of contrasting landscapes, especially in the Mazatlan-Matamoros stretch, that offers all kind of magnificent views, from arid deserts and mountains (Sierra Madre Occidental), to the coastal plains in the south of Sinaloa. This highway also offers free or toll-road options.

BY AIR
Mazatlan is accessible to all the world. The main international connections are made in Mexico City and Los Angeles, California, USA. There are also Charter options and Mexican airlines such as Aeromexico, Mexicana de Aviacion, and Aerocalifornia that connect Mazatlan with the main cities in Mexico and offshore.

BY RAILWAY (CURRENTLY IT DOES NOT HAVE PASSENGER SERVICE--WE ARE LOOKING FOR VISIONARY INVESTORS)
This is a great business opportunity for investors since this railway used to connect Mazatlan with the Mexican Republic. There is already an extensive track line used in the past by Ferrocarril Del Pacifico which used to connect with the Chihuahua Pacifico railway in Mochis, Sinaloa (which is currently in use), and with Ferrocarriles Nacionales de Mexico in Guadalajara. We invite you to invest in this tourism opportunity.

BY SEA
Mazatlan has ferry connections with Baja California Sur and is a port for cruises such as Carnival, Norwegian, and Princess, among others.

LOCAL WEATHER
Exceptional climate all year round, with an average temperature of 22ºC from October to May and 29ºC from June to September. This marvel of nature exists thanks to the privileged geographical location of Mazatlan. It is the entry to the most important laboratory of species and natural resources worldwide, due to its situation in the California Gulf or Sea of Cortes and its vicinity to the Sierra Madre Occidental. While a great part of the world is a freezer during the winter, Mazatlan is a true paradise and in summer it is comfortably warm.

BEACH AND OCEAN
The main exponents of the natural beauties of Mazatlan are its beaches. 21 kilometers of white and smooth sands and an ocean with rich turquoise/blue tones, plus an incredible tranquility. Therefore, Mazatlan is the perfect place for visitors looking for relax and harmony with nature.

FLORA AND FAUNA
Mazatlan's land and marine flora and fauna are incredible. It would take countless pages to describe it. Let's just say that Mazatlan and the surrounding region offer an astonishing variety of wild flora and fauna to the wildlife lovers.

MOUNTAINS
Mazatlan is located on the skirts of the incredibly beautiful Sierra Madre Occidental, with peaks over two kilometers high, pine groves, canyons, waterfalls and a sensational climate. Just 60 Kms. away from Mazatlan, the mountains are waiting for you.

LAGOONS, RIVERS AND MARSHES
In Mazatlan and its area of influence there are many lagoons, rivers and marshes, which are rich with wild life and are ideal for ecotourism.

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? COME AND ENJOY THE NATURAL BEAUTIES OF PARADISE IN MAZATLAN

There are two areas of tourist interest in Mazatlan connected by the famous malecon. A coastal avenue that borders the Puerto Viejo Bay called the Golden Zone, where the hotel area is situated on the north side of the city. Here you will be able to find a great variety of jewelry shops, leather, pottery, and textile products, wood-carved figures, and metal works, as well as galleries and workshops for those wanting to get original art works. In the south part is the Historical Center Zone, with a neoclassic architecture where the visitor can observe the pass of the years when walking through the streets. The recently restored Nineteenth Century buildings have a marked Spanish, French and German influence, such as Plazuela Machado, Angela Peralta Theater, Archeological Museum, Art Museum, March 31st Fortress, Municipal Center of the Arts, Mazatlan's Cathedral Basilica, and San Jose Church.

EL FARO (the Lighthouse), it is located on the Creston island, next to the sport fishing fleets. It is 157 meters high on sea level, plus 48 nautical miles of range that allows the permanent vigilance of the horizon. It is considered the highest natural lighthouse of the world. The building hosting the lighthouse was constructed during the Porfirio Diaz epoch. With the port works made during the 30's, it was no longer a separate island from the city and later it was joined by a spacious and functional breakwater. The lighthouse dates back to 1571.

THE THREE ISLANDS,these islands have become a symbol of Mazatlan. Their names are: Isla de Pajaros (Bird Island), Isla de Venados (Deer Island), and Isla de Lobos (Wolf Island). Only the Deer Island is officially open to the public. It is a place where you can enjoy a day trip, fishing, snorkeling, and swimming and, above all, lots of privacy.

The three islands have tranquil beaches of smooth sand, perfect for spending the day basking in the sun. Your may reach them in small boats (pangas) or in "anfibios" that depart from some particular hotel zone areas.

CLIFF DIVING, Close to the old Mazatlan, following the malecon and the Paseo Claussen you get to the Sanchez Taboada circle where brave youngsters take breath-taking dives in dangerous stunts. You may see the show at day or at night when the divers use torches, making the act especially suspenseful.

FISHERMEN'S MONUMENT, Known as "Los Monos Bichis" it is located on Del Mar and Gutierrez Najera Avenues. It is symbol of the port and shows sculptures with the traditional instruments of the brave and hardworking fishermen.

Faro Mazatlan Beach Resort