Mexico
Ixtapa
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Ixtapa is a coastal town in Guerrero on Mexico’s Pacific coast. It’s a popular gateway for visitors to the area with multiple beachside hotels and tour operators. In terms of diving, there are a handful of local centers focused on recreational training and boat trips to nearby reefs and coastal sites along the Guerrero coast. The diving scene here is modest compared with bigger Red Sea or Caribbean hubs, and visibility and conditions can vary with the season. For most divers, Ixtapa serves as a convenient access point for day trips and beginner-friendly dives rather than a destination on its own.
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Dive sites and dive centers around Ixtapa
Nearby Dive Sites (8)
- 1.8 km · 4 min
- 2.0 km · 4 min
- 2.4 km · 5 min
- 2.6 km · 5 min
- 7.7 km · 15 min
- 1.8 km · 4 min
- 2.0 km · 4 min
- 2.4 km · 5 min
- 2.6 km · 5 min
- 7.7 km · 15 min
- 8.0 km · 16 min
- 8.2 km · 16 min
- 506.8 km · 1014 min
Nearby cities for scuba diving around Ixtapa
The best time to dive in Ixtapa
The best months to dive in Ixtapa are from January to April and December. Temperatures are confortable (26-27°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.
Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.
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