Mar 26, 2026
best excursion in mazatlán - i highly recommend this experience to everyone visiting mazatlán! we only had a few hours here and this was incredible! they took us to a very nice beach and gave us complimentary drinks (water, gatorade, beer, or tequila) on the boat ride to the island. we were able to pick two of the four activities to do and we picked the banana boat and horse back riding, both were awesome! i do wish they had someone to take pictures during horse back riding but our guide did snap a few pictures afterwards. the banana boat was so fun! i recommend wearing cheap sunglasses while on the ride though because water will be splashing the whole ride. we were also providing a meal (our choice of fish, burrito, quesadilla, breaded chicken, or combo plate) - meal was nothing special. we had lots of time to tan and vendors were always walking around selling mangos, jewelry, hats, and other trinkets
great experience and highly recommend!
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Feb 9, 2026
Again this listing had so... - Again this listing had so many bad reviews and I feel people expect luxury. But despite the reviews this excursion was ac very good it was fun relaxing and yes the food choice was limited and so was the drinks included but really it was more then enough to have fun . The drinks were strong and the food had flavor. All the staff was nice and attentive. The drivers were on time and when our ship time changed they informed us that they adjusted ours times to make sure we got back with more then enough time to spare ! Honestly it was. Great experience and I would recommend it if you want a chill relaxing beach day . I will note that I did not do any of the activities they offered but in exchange for that, I got a coconut with booze in it and that was pretty great for me.
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Jan 25, 2026
Just do it! - This was an excellent value for an excursion. They picked us up at the cruise terminal at 9, took us to a small boat which ferried us to Stone Island and then an open air transport to the beach. You end up at a beach club on a fabulous beach. It was raining the day we went but we still had a good time. The water is very warm and placid, so great for families. We were very well cared for. The food was good as well as the drinks. Some of us did the extended horseback ride which was enjoyable although you should have longer pants and not flipflops to enjoy it thoroughly. We felt it was a very good value and had the weather been sunny pretty much a perfect day. And they were very mindful of returning us in good time to the ship
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Jun 5, 2025
Great Afternoon for All Ages – Friendly Hosts, Fun Activities, and a Local Touch - I booked this excursion for a group of ten, ranging in age from 13 to 78, and everyone had a great time. There was truly something for everyone. The hosts were fantastic and very attentive from start to finish—during the van ride, the catamaran trip, and our time at the beach.
Ricardo, who was in charge at the port, made sure our entire group was well taken care of as we arrived and departed. Poncho was our main guide for the afternoon. He walked us through how the beach club worked, gave tips on what to expect, and pointed out things to watch for. He was friendly, helpful, and made sure the younger ones got their food and fun while the rest of us were comfortable and cared for. Luis, our waiter at the beach club, was outstanding—constantly checking in to ensure everyone had what they needed.
Keep in mind, this is a small port town and not as developed as places like Puerto Vallarta. While it’s marketed as an all-in-one tour, it’s actually a coordinated effort by several small local operators. So be prepared to tip multiple people along the way—bring plenty of small bills! In addition to Ricardo, Poncho, and Luis, we tipped the van drivers, the jitney drivers on Stone Island, and gave small tips to the horse ride and banana boat staff. It’s clear this is a less affluent area, and the locals are working hard to provide a good experience.
The included food and drinks were good but simple, as expected for the price. The combo plate and burritos got good reviews from our group. You can also order additional items off the menu (credit cards accepted)—the guacamole with chips and beef nachos were especially popular. There was also a fresh oyster cart, though we didn’t try it.
Drinks featured standard rail liquor. The Mai Tai was a hit, while most other drinks were just okay. Pacifico beer was available and a safe choice. One important note: bring water from the ship. Water is only provided during transportation from the port—not at the beach—which wasn’t clearly communicated.
As for activities, the teens loved using the boogie boards all day and took a few banana boat rides using some of the older folks' tickets. The horse rides were short and more of a photo op—fun to see unexpected riders in action. It’s a brief walk through the neighborhood and back. The carriage ride was longer and a great option for our less mobile group members.
Overall, everyone left happy, tired, and full of great memories. Highly recommended for a laid-back, well-rounded day that supports hardworking local businesses.
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Jan 25, 2026
The horseback ride was... - The horseback ride was not even worth it. Half a block on a back street on the Island was a joke. Too bad. Food was average.
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Jan 24, 2026
Easy Stone Island visit, tasty lunch & cocktails. Had lounge chairs, but spent most of our time in the water. - Had a fun day at Stone Island. Troublefree RT transport on van boat. English speaking driver and guide. Very enjoyable.
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Jan 7, 2026
Great price - over inflated description - disappointing in the end - We got their early so we were able to grab some beach chairs. The owner introduced himself and was very nice. The food itself was not great. We also thought that this excursion offered "all you can eat", yet it was one meal. The "resort" was a section of the beach that had a bar and the restaurant attached to it. The "bar" didn't really offer many options and the ice from the drinks may have made some of our group sick later that evening. The gentlemen that got us from point A to B were really nice. The Venue was just not as we expected. Moral of the story - you get what you pay for.
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Nov 30, 2025
Ok beach day - Take you by van to a catamaran to an island. Then take you by open air busses with broken down seats to the beach. They promise 2 activities they were very unorganized. Open bar was cheap rum, vodka, pina coladas, and lime margaritas. No other options. Water cost $4 each. Beach was shallow waves were present but not unswimmable.
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Mar 29, 2026
Do not do this excursion. - This place is awful! Do not recommend at all! Food was uneditable, took you to a restaurant but those beverages weren't included and it was a side cart with random drinks and the activities are not as advertised at all. So disappointed in this excursion. People were actually sick after eating the food with as oil and meat appeared to be made from something other than chicken. Dirty, felt unsafe, I cannot say enough terrible things about this. Do not do it.
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Dec 11, 2025
Not worth it - Only went 6 blocks on the horses, just a terriblr excursion, never again. Waste of time and energy. Terrible.
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