Melissa & Joe's ROCKY POINT Guidebook
Sightseeing
Zoom through the air and over the desert at about 30 mph. The course consists of 5 zip lines with lengths from 400 ft to 2000 ft and heights up to 150 ft. You will see impressive views of the Sea of Cortez and surrounding mountains.
The tour costs $60 and takes about 1.5 hours.
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Rocky Point Ziplines
Zoom through the air and over the desert at about 30 mph. The course consists of 5 zip lines with lengths from 400 ft to 2000 ft and heights up to 150 ft. You will see impressive views of the Sea of Cortez and surrounding mountains.
The tour costs $60 and takes about 1.5 hours.
There are tons of off-road locations around town and near Playa Encanto, Cholla Bay, Sand Beach and Las Conchas. One of the best places to off-road is Competition Hill, located next to Cholla Bay. Why??? Because the hill has 300 foot long runs with a 30-degree slope!
Rocky Point Adventures
y C. LenguadoThere are tons of off-road locations around town and near Playa Encanto, Cholla Bay, Sand Beach and Las Conchas. One of the best places to off-road is Competition Hill, located next to Cholla Bay. Why??? Because the hill has 300 foot long runs with a 30-degree slope!
Rocky Point has some of the best sunsets in the world. While you can enjoy the view from the beach or your hotel room, nothing beats watching the sunset while out on the ocean. As the sun dips toward the horizon, the sky turns different shades of orange and red while the water surrounding you glistens specks of light. It is a magical experience that is only enhanced by a delicious rum-infused drink. Once the sun sets, you’ll head back to the harbor and get the chance to see the city of Puerto Peñasco lit up.
A few companies that offer sunset cruises in Rocky Point are Del Mar Charters, Rocky Point Boat Charters, Eco Fun Rentals Land and Sea Excursion. and Santiagos Ocean Services.
Sunset cruises usually last two hours and depart around 4:00 – 5:00 pm. Prices may vary, but typically it is $30 per adult and $20 per child.
Sunset Cruise
220 East Pier RoadRocky Point has some of the best sunsets in the world. While you can enjoy the view from the beach or your hotel room, nothing beats watching the sunset while out on the ocean. As the sun dips toward the horizon, the sky turns different shades of orange and red while the water surrounding you glistens specks of light. It is a magical experience that is only enhanced by a delicious rum-infused drink. Once the sun sets, you’ll head back to the harbor and get the chance to see the city of Puerto Peñasco lit up.
A few companies that offer sunset cruises in Rocky Point are Del Mar Charters, Rocky Point Boat Charters, Eco Fun Rentals Land and Sea Excursion. and Santiagos Ocean Services.
Sunset cruises usually last two hours and depart around 4:00 – 5:00 pm. Prices may vary, but typically it is $30 per adult and $20 per child.
Puerto Peñasco is famous for its dramatic tidal fluctuations, and some of the best tide pools in the world. Exploring tide pools is fun to do with kids, but as an adult, it’s still something I love to do. You never know what you’re going to find!
Along the beach in Rocky Point, you may come across live starfish, crabs, anemones, sea slugs, octopus, conch, tadpoles, and more.
Tip: If you take shells, be sure to check for live animals inside first. You don’t want to pack seashells in your suitcase only to open it up at home to find something rotting.
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Puerto Peñasco
Puerto Peñasco is famous for its dramatic tidal fluctuations, and some of the best tide pools in the world. Exploring tide pools is fun to do with kids, but as an adult, it’s still something I love to do. You never know what you’re going to find!
Along the beach in Rocky Point, you may come across live starfish, crabs, anemones, sea slugs, octopus, conch, tadpoles, and more.
Tip: If you take shells, be sure to check for live animals inside first. You don’t want to pack seashells in your suitcase only to open it up at home to find something rotting.
One of the best ways to explore Rocky Point is on the water in a kayak. Kayaking is fun at any time of day and all year round, which makes it the perfect activity. The best part is, you don’t need any prior experience.
The water at Rocky Point is typically calm with little to no waves, and very clear. That means you can kayak as close or far out from shore as you’d like and still have excellent visibility of the sea life below. During my kayaking adventures, I’ve seen stingrays, jellyfish, schools of fish, and many color reefs.
The best times to kayak are right after sunrise when the water is the calmest or at sunset. Puerto Peñasco has amazing weather, so almost every day, you can expect a breathtaking, colorful sunset.
Many people find companies in town offering kayak rentals. You can choose how long you’d like to rent and whether or not you’d like to pick it up or have them drop it off. Some companies even offer guided tours. Prices vary depending on the vendor, but the average cost for a single kayak is $15 per hour, $25 for half a day, or $35 for a full day. Sonoran Scuba, located at the Sonoran Sea Resort, also has kayaks, paddleboards, boogie boards, and skim boards for rent. To inquire about rentals.
Rocky Point Kayak, Paddle Board, Surfboard and Wetsuit Rentals
504 N BroadwayOne of the best ways to explore Rocky Point is on the water in a kayak. Kayaking is fun at any time of day and all year round, which makes it the perfect activity. The best part is, you don’t need any prior experience.
The water at Rocky Point is typically calm with little to no waves, and very clear. That means you can kayak as close or far out from shore as you’d like and still have excellent visibility of the sea life below. During my kayaking adventures, I’ve seen stingrays, jellyfish, schools of fish, and many color reefs.
The best times to kayak are right after sunrise when the water is the calmest or at sunset. Puerto Peñasco has amazing weather, so almost every day, you can expect a breathtaking, colorful sunset.
Many people find companies in town offering kayak rentals. You can choose how long you’d like to rent and whether or not you’d like to pick it up or have them drop it off. Some companies even offer guided tours. Prices vary depending on the vendor, but the average cost for a single kayak is $15 per hour, $25 for half a day, or $35 for a full day. Sonoran Scuba, located at the Sonoran Sea Resort, also has kayaks, paddleboards, boogie boards, and skim boards for rent. To inquire about rentals.
Like any good Mexican beach town worth its sal, Puerto Peñasco has a magnificent Malecon, or beach path. Hugging the coastline, this quarter-mile walking path is a communal gathering place. A typical day on the Malecon can include shopping for handicrafts, eating at one of the many different restaurants along it, or simply perching on a bench and enjoying an explosive Pacific Coast sunset.
Malecón puerto peñasco
Like any good Mexican beach town worth its sal, Puerto Peñasco has a magnificent Malecon, or beach path. Hugging the coastline, this quarter-mile walking path is a communal gathering place. A typical day on the Malecon can include shopping for handicrafts, eating at one of the many different restaurants along it, or simply perching on a bench and enjoying an explosive Pacific Coast sunset.
Our favorite activities and sightseeing places.
No trip to Puerto Peñasco is complete without taking a trip to the famous Isla San Jorge, also known as Bird Island. Bird Island is located 27 miles southeast of Rocky Point and is considered a reserved area of shelter for migratory animals and wild fauna. As a haven, it is home to over 3,500 sea lions and 20 different species of birds. You may even spot dolphins, stingrays, and whales at certain times of year around the island.
Due to the variety of marine life around Bird Island, it is the perfect place to scuba dive and snorkel! However, if you don’t feel like getting in the water, you can choose to kayak around the island and take in the beautiful scenery.
There are a few companies that offer tours to Bird Island. Del Mar Charters (520-407-6054) offer a 5-6 hour tour at $90.00 per adult and $65.00 per child under the age of 12. The price includes lunch (burritos), soft drinks, bottled water, beer, and margaritas. Also, there’s a restroom available on the boat. Other companies that offer tours but require you to call or fill out an inquiry form are Eco Fun Rentals Land and Sea Excursions (602-635-3736) and Rocky Point Boat Charters (602-324-9529).
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Bird Island
No trip to Puerto Peñasco is complete without taking a trip to the famous Isla San Jorge, also known as Bird Island. Bird Island is located 27 miles southeast of Rocky Point and is considered a reserved area of shelter for migratory animals and wild fauna. As a haven, it is home to over 3,500 sea lions and 20 different species of birds. You may even spot dolphins, stingrays, and whales at certain times of year around the island.
Due to the variety of marine life around Bird Island, it is the perfect place to scuba dive and snorkel! However, if you don’t feel like getting in the water, you can choose to kayak around the island and take in the beautiful scenery.
There are a few companies that offer tours to Bird Island. Del Mar Charters (520-407-6054) offer a 5-6 hour tour at $90.00 per adult and $65.00 per child under the age of 12. The price includes lunch (burritos), soft drinks, bottled water, beer, and margaritas. Also, there’s a restroom available on the boat. Other companies that offer tours but require you to call or fill out an inquiry form are Eco Fun Rentals Land and Sea Excursions (602-635-3736) and Rocky Point Boat Charters (602-324-9529).
Everyone wants to relax when they’re on vacation. So why not treat yourself to a massage?
If you’re staying at one of the resorts along the beach, you’ll see a few massage stations. Just wave down one of the masseuses, hop on a table, and enjoy the gentle sounds of the ocean as they rub your stress and worries away. Massages usually cost about $20.00 for half an hour, but depending on the day and season, prices may vary.
They just recently opened a massage area in the main building of Encantame Towers.
Rocky Point
Everyone wants to relax when they’re on vacation. So why not treat yourself to a massage?
If you’re staying at one of the resorts along the beach, you’ll see a few massage stations. Just wave down one of the masseuses, hop on a table, and enjoy the gentle sounds of the ocean as they rub your stress and worries away. Massages usually cost about $20.00 for half an hour, but depending on the day and season, prices may vary.
They just recently opened a massage area in the main building of Encantame Towers.
Ultralight planes are small, lightweight aircraft used for recreation. There are no windows or doors to obstruct your view, so going on an ultralight flight is the perfect way to see Rocky Point from above.
During the flight, you are accompanied by an experienced pilot. Each flight lasts between 8-15 minutes and costs around $50. Typically, people who offer jet ski and parasailing tours also offer ultralight flight tours as well, so head to the beach and ask. Or you can contact Sonoran Scuba for a tour.
Tip: If you decide to go on an ultralight flight, be sure to bring a Go-Pro or action camera of sorts to capture this unique experience.
Ultralight
Ultralight planes are small, lightweight aircraft used for recreation. There are no windows or doors to obstruct your view, so going on an ultralight flight is the perfect way to see Rocky Point from above.
During the flight, you are accompanied by an experienced pilot. Each flight lasts between 8-15 minutes and costs around $50. Typically, people who offer jet ski and parasailing tours also offer ultralight flight tours as well, so head to the beach and ask. Or you can contact Sonoran Scuba for a tour.
Tip: If you decide to go on an ultralight flight, be sure to bring a Go-Pro or action camera of sorts to capture this unique experience.
Favorite Restaurants
Very nice Italian restaurant with amazing food! We come here all the time!!
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Mare Blu Ristorante
Very nice Italian restaurant with amazing food! We come here all the time!!
Breakfast was amazing! I will not leave Rocky Point until I get my breakfast from here. It is very busy and well worth the wait. But you definitely can't miss it!
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Kaffeehaus
216 B Blvd. Benito Juárez GarcíaBreakfast was amazing! I will not leave Rocky Point until I get my breakfast from here. It is very busy and well worth the wait. But you definitely can't miss it!