i retired in 2015 Posted September 9, 2018 #1 Share Posted September 9, 2018 Looking at 2 excursions in Mazatlán, either Stone Island beach break or turtle tour with beach break. I was in Mazatlán years ago with my late husband so just looking for a relaxing day now. My first solo cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louanne93 Posted September 15, 2018 #2 Share Posted September 15, 2018 No need to pay for an excursion to Stone Island. Just take a water taxi over to Stone Island. You can lounge at any of the establishments as long as you order. It is my favorite place in Mazatlan! Copied these directions from another post! Directions to Stone Island Mazatlán: - Mazatlán is an industrial port, and as such, you will need to take one of the complimentary trams from the cruise ship to the cruise terminal. Once you arrive at the terminal, work your way through the vendors and cab drivers to the pier exit - As you exit onto the city street turn left and walk along the concrete port wall about 4 blocks - At this point, the street curves to the right and you will notice a gate that marks the entrance to the Mexican Navy on your left - Do not turn, but cross the street and continue straight ahead onto a dirt road. Follow this dirt path about 50 yards to a small yellow building which is the ticket booth for the water taxi - Purchase a round trip ticket for 20 pesos ($2 US) making sure to keep your ticket for the return trip - Board the water taxi for your short ride across Navigation Channel - Once you get to the other side, walk forward over a small mound, follow the path that turns slightly left and the wide expanse of beach lined by palapa restaurants is in full view Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KroozNut Posted September 15, 2018 #3 Share Posted September 15, 2018 No need to pay for an excursion to Stone Island. Just take a water taxi over to Stone Island. You can lounge at any of the establishments as long as you order. It is my favorite place in Mazatlan! Copied these directions from another post! Directions to Stone Island Mazatlán: - Mazatlán is an industrial port, and as such, you will need to take one of the complimentary trams from the cruise ship to the cruise terminal. Once you arrive at the terminal, work your way through the vendors and cab drivers to the pier exit - As you exit onto the city street turn left and walk along the concrete port wall about 4 blocks - At this point, the street curves to the right and you will notice a gate that marks the entrance to the Mexican Navy on your left - Do not turn, but cross the street and continue straight ahead onto a dirt road. Follow this dirt path about 50 yards to a small yellow building which is the ticket booth for the water taxi - Purchase a round trip ticket for 20 pesos ($2 US) making sure to keep your ticket for the return trip - Board the water taxi for your short ride across Navigation Channel - Once you get to the other side, walk forward over a small mound, follow the path that turns slightly left and the wide expanse of beach lined by palapa restaurants is in full view Definitely agree about Stone Island, definitely do-able on your own. and those were my directions you referenced... cool! ;):) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riffatsea Posted September 16, 2018 #4 Share Posted September 16, 2018 There are English speaking USA or Canadian volunteers outside the cruise terminal with maps who will point you in the right direction for the water taxis to Stone Island. I agree that you do not need an excursion to get there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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