What To Do & See

It's a seaside-postcard Saturday afternoon in Puerto Penasco, where the Sonoran Desert meets
the 700-mile-long Gulf of California, 60 miles southwest of the Arizona border with Mexico. Unique ocean conditions in this town create extreme tides of up to 23 ft. between high and low, and this also produces a unique marine life. Swimming in the area is very safe and emulates lake conditions with no rip tides and a very calm water unless it is windy. You can watch the sunrise and the sunset on the same ocean horizon.


What to See Around Rocky Point

CET MAR Acquarium:

Located next to Las Conchas

Hours of operation:

Monday - Friday 10:00 am– 2:30 pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Tel (638)382-0010

Cost $2 -Adult, $1- Children


The Center for Technological Sea Studies and Aqua Culture is an aquarium exhibit that provides an up close look at the native species of the inter-tidal zone and the northern gulf coast. Here, you can watch sea turtles, octopus, sea horses, shrimp, various fish species, and sea lions.
CET-MAR is located at 43 Las Conchas Road, just before you enter the main guard gate for
Las Conchas. Schools, families, tours, individuals and groups are welcome.



Visit El Pinacate Volcanic Region Reserve:

Hours of operation:
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

U.S. Mail: Fundacion para Conservación del Pinacate, A.C.
P.O. Box 745, Ajo, Az 85321

Tel: (638) 384-9007

E-mail: pinacate@conanp.gob.mx
www.conanp.gob.mx

The Grand Pinacate and Grand Desierto de Altar Biosphere Reserve is considered one of the most unique volcanic zones in the world. The conservation of these gigantic craters and the surrounding areas are an important of our ancient history and culture. Daily self guided tours are available from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Visitors must register at the office as they enter reserve. The reserve is located in the ejido Nayarit, which is half way between Rocky Point and Sonoyta.




Center for the Study of Deserts and Oceans (CEDO):


Hours of operation:
Mon – Sat 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

U.S. Mail: PO Box 249 , Lukeville , Az 85341
Phone: 382-0113

E-mail: cedointercultural@prodigy.net.mx
www.cedointercultural.org

Free Public Tours : Tuesday at 2 :00 p.m. and Saturday at 4:00 p.m.

CEDO is a natural history museum with a giant fin whale skeleton. It is also a field station for
researchers and classes, an education center with library and laboratories, with a book store and
gift shop, an intercultural experience. CEDO is dedicated to research, education and conservation
of one of the planet's last great frontiers: the Sea of Cortez . Located in Las Conchas at the whale skeleton.









Rocky Point is full of things to do and see

   
 
       
   


CET MAR Acquarium
 
         
   


Visit El Pinacate
Volcanic Region Reserve
 
         
   


Center for the Study
of Deserts and Oceans
(CEDO)
 
         
 
  • Swimming

  • Snorkelling

  • Paddle Boating

  • Wind Surfing

  • Deep Sea Fishing

  • Surfing

  • Hiking

  • Beachcombing

  • Marina

  • Scuba Diving

  • Boat Rental

  • Restaurants

  • Sailing

  • Parasailing

  • Surf Fishing

  • Water Park

  • Yachting

  • Kayaking

  • Pier Fishing

  • Beaches

  • Kite Surfing
       
 

What to Do Around Rocky Point

Sea Food Market:

Located in the area of malecon ( Old Port ) where you can find a variety of seafood as: fish, shrimp, oyster, flounder and a great variety of species, fresh from the ocean.









Beaches:

Where you can enjoy the beautiful sight and a excellent swim activity as well. You can rent jet skies,
banana rides, parasail rides, horse back and Mexican souvenirs, we have a variety of beaches as they are: Playa Hermosa, Playa La Joya, Playa Encanto etc.









Gift Shop Malls:

Located in the old port where we will be able to find artesian, iron wood figures, accessories, memories, etc., 100% Mexican crafts.









El Mirador Area:

Place where you'll find discos, bars, restaurants, sports bar, etc, and the best things is than they are closely together to the beach.









Cholla Bay Sportsmen's Club (CBSC):

The CBSC - Cholla Bay Sportsmen's Club - supports and maintains the radio shack in Cholla Bay
which monitors VHF Radio Channels 16 and 26 and CB Radio Channel 3, providing a reliable,
long range safety communication network for marine activities in the Northern Sea of Cortez.
We also help out a number or organizations in the Rocky Point area.

Mailing address: PO Box 267 , Lukeville , Az 85341



Cerro La Ballena:

On the highest part of Rocky Point, excellent to enjoy the sunset and the sky.





Pancho Villa Yacht Charters:

Our company, Pancho Villa Yacht Charters offers a fleet of the finest yachts in Rocky Point.

Our ocean charter services include:

*Sport fishing - Half day, full day and overnight charters

*Scuba Diving - Bird Island or local reefs

*Snorkeling

*Parasail

*Sunset Cruise and Private yacht parties

The Pancho Villa is a beautiful 57 ft Californian Yacht, with a large extended deck. You will ride in comfort in a spacious salon, flat screen tv, dvd, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom well maintained yacht. All of our yachts include, GPS, depth finder equipment, life jackets, ship to shore radios and first aid kits for your safety.

Ray Ramirez is the Captain and owner of the Pancho Villa yacht. Along with his crew, he enjoys taking clients to his favorite fishing spots. He has vast knowledge of the sea, and has completed his Maritime Captain education in Oahu, Hawaii.-----Yes that is him riding the whale shark!!! --He couldn't resist jumping in and going for a ride.

We look forward to showing you a great time on The Sea of Cortez!! To contact Ray: (638) 105-4512,
We have great photos to share with you, for publication, please let us know if you are interested in more information.

Sincerely,
Ray Ramirez



Rey del Mar:


The Great Pirate Adventure:
Stroll in boat where you can enjoy sunset cruises, private charters, special events and much more.

Reservation at Balboa's Restaurant

Ph: (638) 383-5940 and 383-5155
E-mail: reydelmar_2004@hotmail.com




Carnaval Cruise:

Fiesta on the Water, BOOZE CRUISE:
Lunch Tour, Sunset Tour, Booze Cruise

For reservations please call (638) 383.0250
carnavaltour.com.mx
















KAYAK ROCKY POINT:

Kayaking:
From the Main Blvd. Benito Juarez we are located at the entrance to the Old Port-Fish Market area.
Look for the YELLOW BUILDING at the fork in the road.

Click here to view an aerial view of the map.

       
   


Sea Food Market
 
         
   


Beaches
 
         
   


Gift Shop Malls
 
         
   


El Mirador Area
 
         
   


Pancho Villa


Fish Curls


Riding with the Whale Shark!
 
         
 


Carnaval Cruise
 
         
 

KAYAK ROCKY POINT