Sports and leisure activities Mexico

A very nice spot to go paragliding from the top of this rocky promontory overlooking the Sayula valley. You can also take full courses or practice mountain biking (attention, professional level), caving (think of booking), climbing and abseiling. For those who are more relaxed, it is also possible to go horseback riding. You will find a very good restaurant on the spot, since the instructor is also a famous chef in the region! Possibility of lodging on the spot, in ecological huts, or of camping.

This is the serious diving club of the area, run by a Frenchman who knows the area perfectly. In addition to the "classic" excursions that take place in small groups (diving, Marietas Islands and whale watching), Stephane can take you diving on sites close to the Marietas, discover deserted beaches accessible only by boat, and take you for an initiation to surfing without taking the road. The agency also offers diving certification courses, snorkeling and whale watching trips in winter.

This ranch with its spectacular scenery has been owned by the Morin Ruiz family for four generations. The family and their guides offer a variety of horseback riding and hiking tours in the San Miguel area, with the possibility of camping overnight. It is also possible to visit the archaeological area and combine it with a horseback ride (or not). Convenient, because each time the transport to and from downtown San Miguel is included. Serious and professional.

This agency, which specializes in sea kayaking, is BCU certified and its owner is a marine biologist. The guides and instructors will be able to provide you with any type of information regarding the geology of the places visited. She offers a wide variety of excursions to discover the islands of the bay, including camping and multi-day trips. We can also guide you to La Paz by kayak if you wish. Excursions to San Javier and, from October to March, blue and grey whale watching.

There are no less than 50 dive sites around the islands of Carmen, Danzante and Coronado. This agency proposes excursions to discover some of them. These trips last 5 or 6 hours and include the observation of dolphins and manta rays and, in winter, whales that may be nearby. Diving trips are also available during the night. There is also the possibility of snorkeling and taking courses to get your PADI diving certification. This is a very serious agency, you can trust them.

Mario Castro's family has been here for a century, so needless to say, he knows the area like the back of his hand, on land and in the sea. In 1990, he switched from commercial fishing to diving, seeing the extinction of underwater species. Since then, he has become one of the leaders in the protection of Cabo Pulmo along with other members of his family. It is the only 100% local and Mexican diving club. The organization is very professional, so you won't have to worry about anything.

He is the great specialist in kayaking around La Paz. Depending on your experience, you will spend between 2 h and 4 h a day. On the road you will explore both the islands and islands, the ascent of which will offer you magnificent views. Excursions include food and camp; part of the equipment is also commendable on site (sleeping bag, snorkel and palms). The agency also takes you to Loreto (12 days), Isla del Carmen (12 days) and Isla San José (10 days). An unforgettable experience.

A 5 star club that will take you diving and snorkeling around the archipelago, especially in the company of sea lions. For those who wish to go to more remote sites to dive in a wreck (Salvatierra Wreck) or with thousands of swirling fish (La Reina and La Reinita), you will need to gather at least three people. Also offers whale shark watching trips (October-March) and day trips to Bahía Magdalena to watch the grey whale (December-March).

Here is a very nice man who will concoct for you a small tour made to measure. He is a native of the region and knows it like the back of his hand. With his agency, he proposes various types of excursions at sea, to fish or observe the marine fauna. Very available and attentive to your wishes, he will not hesitate to make the necessary detours if he learns by radio the presence of some marine mammal or large fish. With Joel, you are in good hands.

With more than twenty years of experience in commercial diving, Ricardo is your man to discover the bay's seabed: seahorses, moray eels, octopus, hammerhead sharks, etc. Six beautiful dive sites to discover. He is a connoisseur of the fauna and geology, and can also organise overnight trips to the islands. From June to November, he organizes trips to swim with whale sharks. His agency is one of the most serious and professional in the region.

Lucha libre means a plunge into the world of crazy acrobatics, flamboyant costumes and gravity-defying wrestling holds. The arena is crazy enough, but the stands are the height of humor. The "rich" and the "poor" are separated by a grid, and they hurl insults at each other like ping-pong balls all evening long. Some even have them printed on their T-shirts to provoke their "enemies". It's best to arrive early for the tickets and take a cab, as the area is not the safest.

If you're looking for a tour company that specializes in planning day trips through the Baja California Wine Trail, look no further! The Baja Wine team organizes private or group tours (5-15 people) and offers to visit as many wineries as time and hearts will allow. The hillsides, grape varieties, aromas and barrels are revealed little by little, according to the guests' intentions, and the tour ends on a happy note with a succulent tasting dinner.

The via ferrata is an itinerary built into a rock face, which is traversed by clinging to pre-installed metal elements. Here, it allows you to climb this rocky peak with a vertical height of 200 meters. You don't go straight up, but by making some diagonals: the course is 450 meters long and you are constantly roped up when you cross ladders built in the void, suspension bridges or monkey bridges, and that you climb along the wall thanks to anchors. However, it is not necessarily easy for everyone, even if the site is open from 12 years old: you can always start and deviate from your route later, because there are crossing points allowing the evacuation to a quieter path that also reaches the summit; be careful, the first passage is a test in itself, but be aware that the first evacuation route is located halfway. If you complete the route, you will have spent nearly 4 hours clinging to the rock face: essential mountain gear (thick shoes and anorak), sometimes walking on a cable suspended above 190 meters of void. Sensitive souls should abstain.

But you can also go up by a very relaxed way, if it is just the view that interests you. For the youngest, the place also offers a canopy course (suspended bridges in the trees and zip lines). Abseiling on all floors. Equipment provided.

This is the best contact to discover Chiapas underwater and high altitude fresh water diving in the Comiteca Region: Cenote Chucumaltic, Lagunas de Montebello and Lagos de Colón. It is also possible to get certified, with a more demanding course than the traditional certifications in the tourist areas. If you are a beginner, don't panic: introductory courses are also offered by this organization. Reservations are essential, as the organization of the trip requires a minimum of logistics. Serious and professional.

Diving center held by Anne-Laure and Arthur, two French enthusiasts. The center welcomes initiates as well as beginners who want to learn. Private or small group dives in the cenotes as well as in the Marine Park of Cozumel and the Marine Reserve of Playa del Carmen, with its famous bulldog sharks. Underwater diving courses for the more adventurous. High quality rental equipment and multilingual technical instructors. Whale shark tours in summer.

This agency offers diving trips in the corals of Playa del Carmen, in the cenotes, in Cozumel or in contact with bulldog sharks (from November to March), etc. For those who wish to obtain their certification, Dune Mexico Blue Dream is also a PADI training center. Ideal to learn to dive or to follow a specialized training: deep diving (Deep Diver), cave diving (Cavern Diver), wreck diving (Wreck Diver), etc. The agency offers a very professional guidance, you can go there with your eyes closed.

This is where all your underwater dreams come true, where experienced instructors expertly combine safety and thrills. Diving equipment? Always first-rate. Group sizes remain intimate, guaranteeing a personal touch on every dive. Beyond the waves, Tulum's marine world awaits you, with its kaleidoscopic reefs and curious fish. And while the diving is exciting, the friendly staff ensures a pleasant experience on board. A jewel of Tulum diving worth its weight in gold.

This agency offers excursions in the whole state around two axes: ecotourism (hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, horseback riding) and extreme sports (climbing, abseiling, canyoning, skydiving, caving, paragliding, helicopter tours). It goes to all the natural sites of interest around Monterrey. Very practical, because the agency has all the equipment and qualified guides. It is a great way to get your adrenaline pumping while feeling safe at all times! It is also possible to rent cabins in the area around Monterrey through the agency.

The most intrepid will go without hesitation to this magnificent canyon located in the Parque Nacional Cumbres de Monterrey; the route. From the heights, you start again with a short walk on a steep path before starting with a vertical abseiling descent of about thirty meters before slipping into the fresh water for the rest of the hostilities which requires a very good physical condition: walking and swimming in an underground river, jumps over waterfalls and many other obstacles to overcome.

On the outskirts of Coyoacan, the Estadio Azteca is one of the largest football stadiums in the world. It can hold up to 105,000 spectators. It was built by Pedro Ramirez Vazquez and Rafael Mijares Alcérreca in 1962. It is one of the only football stadiums in the world to have hosted two World Cup finals: in 1970 between Brazil and Italy, and in 1986 between Argentina and Germany. Football fans can check the match schedule on the website. The tram from Tasqueña leaves you right in front of the stadium.

This ranch offers you ecotourism and adventure tourism activities, namely  : Guided tours of archaeological sites (Monte Albán and mixtèques), hiking, climbing, mountain biking and even cooking classes. David - an Italian who asked his bag here   - and his Mexican wife are always ready and available. For accommodation there are bungalows on site. It will cost you only 300 pesos per person breakfast included. A good step for anyone who wants to be out of the city, but pretty close to all the treasures.

Since 1976, this guide company has been organizing 2 or 3 day excursions to Izta and lending the equipment you need to practice high mountain climbing. It is advisable to book the excursion a few days in advance. This organization also offers excursions to Pico de Orizaba, the highest volcanic peak in the country, between the states of Puebla and Veracruz, as well as other guided tours lasting several days that allow you to learn more about the country and its culture while climbing its mountains.

Explore the underwater treasures of Playa del Carmen with Triton Diving. Marvel at the mysterious cenotes, the clear waters of the Caribbean Sea and those of Cozumel, rated by Cousteau as some of the best diving on the planet. Cyril and his French-speaking instructors prefer excursions in small groups of the same level, guaranteeing you individual attention. We can also organize diving trips or first dives. Whether you're a novice or an experienced diver, a memorable adventure awaits you!

This agency specialized in paragliding has been established here for over 40 years, training a whole generation of instructors. As far as seriousness and security are concerned, you won't find better here. The flight itself allows you to have a plunging view on the tiled roofs of the village, its lake and its forests. Note that we can organize here your complete stay from Mexico City. A visit to the monarch butterfly sanctuary (on the border with Michoacan) and a trek to the top of Nevado de Toluca are also possible.

This agency, located at twelve kilometers from Colima, is the ideal partner to fill up with strong sensations... It proposes a certain number of extreme sports and activities: parachute jumping, paragliding or, to go more quietly, hot air ballooning... All of this in magnificent landscapes, as we are very close to the Nevado de Colima and the volcano del Fuego. You will be surrounded by competent, serious and punctual professionals, who will take the time to answer all your questions.

Roberto "Oso" Flores Rodriguezhas been climbing the highest peaks in Mexico and the Andes for 25 years now. His refuge is based on the other side of the Pico from Orizaba, and has the advantage of being already on the mountainside. Here you can arrive with your hands in your pockets as all the necessary equipment can be provided, which is very convenient for travelling light. Roberto also organizes ascents of the Iztaccihuatl, the Malinche, excursions to the Nevado de Toluca, and multi-day trips to the four corners of the country.

This waterfall with its refreshing waters is relatively easy to access for walkers, although the path is rather steep. This 90-metre high waterfall, one of the jewels of Nuevo León, which falls into a turquoise lagoon, can be the object of a simple courtesy visit or of a slightly more eventful exploration. You can reach the base by a succession of seven abseils, but it is also the starting point of a canyoning course called Hidrofobia. It's up to you to see!

Stephan and Carine, a French couple, run this dive center with more than 10 years of experience at the Reef Resort and Spa hotels in the exclusive area of Playacar. The beachfront facilities reflect the professionalism and seriousness of the company, which has a solid reputation on the Riviera Maya. Contact them for diving in Playa del Carmen, Cozumel or in the cenotes, for snorkeling or expeditions with whale sharks. They offer recreational and professional diving.

Small diving center located on the second largest coral reef in the world. Delphine and her team of passionate divers will help you discover the magnificent reefs of Puerto Morelos, Cozumel or the sublime cenotes of the Yucatán, in a family and relaxed atmosphere. They offer courses and outings for both novice and experienced divers. Excursions in small groups only and supervised by experienced and trilingual instructors. Also archaeological tours (Tulum, Coba, Chichen Itza), catamaran, fishing, etc.

Ranked as the seventh best beach in the world for surfing, Saladita organizes several competitions during the year. Saladita Surf enjoys a flattering reputation as a must-see tourist destination. Its team offers surfing courses and retreats in addition to comfortable bungalows and apartments, equipped with hammocks, kitchens (private or communal), balconies, garlands of lights, surfing and casualness. Each one is located just a few meters from the beach and a short distance from fruit and vegetable markets and bars.