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Lace up your hiking shoes for an invigorating, half-day tour that explores the beautiful scenery of Mazatlan and visits one of its most beloved landmarks.

A quick ride brings you to the foot of Cerro del Creston or El Creston Hill for a photo opportunity. Interestingly, Cerro del Creston was actually once an island but evolved into the southernmost hill in the city.

From here you'll embark on a walk to the top, a 30-60 minute climb. There is much to see as you meander along the winding trail, a nature lover's dream (approximately 320 steps). Keep an eye out for iguanas scurrying along the path, tropical birds singing from the trees, exotic butterflies and a colorful variety of indigenous cacti and blooming flowers.

Your efforts are rewarded with panoramic vistas and the delightful sight of Mazatlan's classic landmark, the El Faro Lighthouse. Perched 515 feet above the sparking blue Pacific, El Faro is the highest natural working lighthouse in the world, and at night, its beam reaches over 30 nautical miles.

The lighthouse had rather humble beginnings. In 1828, fires were lit at the top of the hill, fueled by whale oil and coconut chips. As they burned through the night, they helped ships find port and served as a rudimentary navigational beacon. The lighthouse was officially constructed in 1879, with a lamp fabricated in Paris. The bright light could be seen from quite a distance, but because it did not rotate, it was frequently mistaken for a star. In 1905, a revolving light was fashioned, and today a 1,000-watt bulb, magnified by a Fresnel lens, powers it. Believe it or not, the light is said to be the equivalent of 600,000 burning candles!

The views from the top of the hill are picture-perfect and widely considered to be the best in Mazatlan. Here you will have 25 minutes to relax, enjoy a complimentary beverage and take photos before starting the trek down.

Back on the transportation, relax and enjoy a 15-minute scenic ride that takes you past Mazatlan's Centro Historico (Historic Downtown). Travel back through history as Plazuela Machado, the city's original main square, comes alive with its charming shops and cafes. Notice the architecture, referred to as tropical neoclassical, an eclectic mix of Spanish, French, German and British influences. Nearby, the original town hall and the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, a city landmark built in 1890, stand proudly on the Plazuela Republica.

Your wonderful day concludes back at the port, but not before a camera full of breathtaking pictures to make all of your friends and family envious back home.