PUERTO ESCONDIDO
Puerto Escondido is a recent city that has been welcoming tourists since the 1970s but which today is experiencing a new lease of life. Between surfing, partying, nature, local culture, Puerto welcomes people from all walks of life.
1,000 reasons to come to Puerto Escondido
THE BEACHES
THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PAGES OF THE WEST COAST OF MEXICO
A variety of beaches criss-cross Puerto Escondido:
- The huge Bacocho beach, perfect for long walks and admiring the body boarders.
- The magnificent beach of Carrizalillo, hidden in its cove where you can start surfing, enjoy the crystal clear sea and taste small dishes in the restaurants under the payotes.
- Zicatela and its famous beach for world surfing events.
- La Punta beach and its cosmopolitan atmosphere.
- Our favorite beach: La Barra! 4min walk from the villa. The quietest and least crowded beach in town, an amazing and peaceful place. If you come for a walk there in the evening, you may have the chance to observe turtles laying eggs.
LA PUNTA
A TINY BEACH TOWN TO RELAX
La Punta is a tiny beach town with a main dirt road with hippy vibe and surf.
It's a place to stay if you want to chill during the day. But the night is realy noisy and full of partys.
Discover here lot of restaurants, pubs and clubs.
ACTIVITIES
MORE THAN A HOLIDAY, AN EXPERIENCE
Dozens of activities are possible in Puerto:
- Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Excursion
- Release of baby turtles
- Boat trips to see dolphins, whales and manta rays.
- Night parties at La Punta
- Many excursions
LA CULTURE
ESPIRALES, UN ESPACE UNIQUE A PUERTO
Puerto Escondido is one of the most famous cities in the state of Oaxaca. It is a pearl of culture where the locals today cohabit with the tourists.
The city is therefore imbued with its Oaxacan and ancestral culture.
The market is a gold mine of products and typical food. You will find something to cook classic dishes such as tlayudas, mole or chapulines. Also come here to buy some local specialties such as mezcal, Alebrijes decorations...
Here, music and the Catholic religion have an important place in daily life and the locals will be delighted to teach you more on the spot.