Manzanillo is Mexico's best-kept secret, with miles of unoccupied beaches and an active volcano reaching 13,000 feet. In addition to peace and tranquility, Manzanillo has many exciting things to offer, such as mountain adventures on horseback, river trips in kayaks, snorkeling and scuba diving. Manzanillo is also famous for world-acclaimed deep sea fishing! Mexico's largest lagoon is in Manzanillo, and close by are cascading waterfalls, clear rivers, tropical rain forests and pre-Colombian ruins. Downtown Manzanillo has a cultural museum, civic center, and shopping for serious bargain hunters.

Fine beaches, sailfishing, and water sports abound in this Gold Coast destination, along with opportunities for tennis and golf. An important seaport since before the Spanish Conquest, Manzanillo is now a popular international tourist destination, as well as the home to the Mexican navy.

The real attraction to Manzanillo lies not in the town, but in the nearby tourist attractions, numerous beaches and the splendor of the Las Hadas resort. Manzanillo is known as the Sailfish Capital of the World, a reputation which draws annual international and national competition.

Did You Know?
The movie 10, starring Bo Derek was filmed in nearby Las Hadas. This self-contained Eden of Las Hadas with its lavish Moorish architecture not only captured audiences, but put Manzanillo on the map.