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El Refugio de Potosi is an ecological park featuring the flora and fauna of the region. Here you will have an opportunity to see and touch some of the......
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Owner description:
El Refugio de Potosi is an ecological park featuring the flora and fauna of the region. Here you will have an opportunity to see and touch some of the wild animals found in this area. As a wildlife rescue center you may find use housing sea turtles, crocodiles, tree porcupines, coati's, various bird species, snakes, iguanas and more. We have an 18 meter sperm whale skeleton on display as well as other local skeletons. Visit us to learn about the other Mexico.
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#1 of 12 attractions in Zihuatanejo
46 reviews
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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- "Must see, best place to experience the local..." 29 Apr 2012
- "Up close and personal" 24 Apr 2012
- "Paseo por el refugio potosi" 22 Apr 2012
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#2 of 12 attractions in Zihuatanejo
101 reviews
Many hotels and restaurants are located along this beach.
Attraction type Beaches
Distance 1.2 km from city centre
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- "Crowded" 4 May 2012
- "Always a pleasure at La Perla" 4 May 2012
- "Favorite beach" 3 May 2012
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#3 of 12 attractions in Zihuatanejo
22 reviews
Attraction type Bodies of Water
Distance 0.0 km from city centre
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- "Beautiful setting for a novel. Bay of Zihuatanejo." 27 Mar 2012
- "Wonderful Bay - Spend Time here" 12 Mar 2012
- "Breathtaking!!" 3 Mar 2012
#4 of 12 attractions in Zihuatanejo
12 reviews
Playa Blanca is actually a stretch of contiguous beach that is about 14 miles long. To the north, it is Playa Larga which has its own charm. Playa Larga is more inhabited with... more »
Attraction type Beaches
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- "a wonderful beach" 13 Apr 2012
- "Over-rated" 29 Mar 2012
- "Perfect beach" 7 Feb 2012
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#5 of 12 attractions in Zihuatanejo
91 reviews
"Nurse Shark Beach" is a fun beach to explore and reachable only by boat.
Attraction type Beaches
Distance 0.5 km from city centre
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- "go for the beach, restaurants, not so much the..." 20 May 2012
- "Awesome beach!" 4 May 2012
- "Otilio's is our Favorite" 4 May 2012
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#6 of 12 attractions in Zihuatanejo
11 reviews
Playa Larga is a long, beautiful, uncrowded and clean beach on the ocean just a short trip by two local buses (<10 pesos each) from Zihuatanejo. I stayed at Quatro Hermanos... more »
Attraction type Beaches
Distance 0.0 km from city centre
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- "Large waves" 26 Feb 2012
- "14km of Paradise" 31 Jan 2012
- "Solo" 8 Jan 2012
#7 of 12 attractions in Zihuatanejo
6 reviews
Attraction type Museums
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- "Zihua's Archeological Museum" 26 Apr 2012
- "Nice side trip" 12 Mar 2012
- "a bit of Zihua history" 2 Mar 2012
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#8 of 12 attractions in Zihuatanejo
15 reviews
Small stretch of beach located in the middle of downtown Zihuatanejo.
Attraction type Beaches
Distance 0.0 km from city centre
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- "Busy, many restaurants" 3 Mar 2012
- "Fun & interesting but not for swimming" 24 Feb 2012
- "The Fisherman's Wharf" 16 Feb 2012
#9 of 12 attractions in Zihuatanejo
1 review
SCUBA course in Zihuatanejo Bay to see the interesting sealife swimming around the area. 12' golden-colored statue of Jesus. more »
Attraction type Monuments/ Statues
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- "cristo" 15 Mar 2012
#10 of 12 attractions in Zihuatanejo
7 reviews
Small beach located near the main pier and several private homes.
Attraction type Beaches
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- "Madera - swim, surf, sail" 11 Feb 2012
- "Wonderful people!!" 11 Dec 2011
- "Best beach cafe on Playa Madera" 16 May 2005
#11 of 12 attractions in Zihuatanejo
3 reviews
Attraction type Beaches
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- "Nice beach, not easy to get to." 23 Apr 2012
- "Nice snorkeling a bit away from the other tourists" 8 Feb 2012
- "mar abierto" 15 Mar 2012
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Coral formation just offshore now being granted national protection as a natural reserve.
Attraction type Reefs
Distance 0.0 km from city centre
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