Puerto Escondido, rather than beaches, is located on the coast of Oaxaca state, 249 km south of the state capital. Its warm climate is sub-humid, with rain in summer and mean annual temperature of 28 ° C. Among its many attractions, this destination offers a remarkable set of beaches with blue-green waters and fine sand framed by lush vegetation, perfect for practicing a variety of water activities.
Among them, highlights Zicaleta, site of an international tournament of Main Beach Surf and where there is an important event in sport fishing in the month of November. In its vicinity are natural areas such as the National Park Lagunas de Chacahua, a lagoon that is home to a large diversity of flora as mangroves, nesting sites of endemic species of crocodiles, iguanas and various exotic birds and songbirds.
On the beach Mazunte may visit the Centro Mexicano de la Tortuga, institution dedicated to research and preservation of the different variants of this species. In Puerto Escondido can taste the delicious combinations of fish and seafood in addition to the pleasures of the kitchen as the Oaxacan mole and fresh cheeses
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Beaches
Main Beach
In this beach attend the villagers, because they do not have waves and is very pleasant for swimming. It is more crowded on weekends and holidays. Local fishermen their boats aground on the shore and sell fish of the day.
It begins in rocks that are in front of the Hotel Santa Fe. And given the open sea, some surfers practice the sport in this place. Are asked to exercise extreme precautions intending to swim in this beach because there are strong currents.
Playa Marinero
Zicatela beach
It is considered one of the best beaches in the world to the practices of the Surf. The biggest waves are spectacular and between August and November. The world-famous surfers visiting these beaches. Tourists enjoy this spectacle sitting on the edge of the beach, watching a beautiful sunset. If you decide to swim here, will be at your own risk.
Playa Manzanillo beach and Puerto Angelito beach
They are two small beaches, one against the other. They are in a small bay formed by coral. Excellent for swimming and Snorkeling.
Carrizalillo beach
Considered by many the most beautiful beach in Puerto Escondido.
Access a bit difficult because it is necessary to download many stairs, but in the end, the effort is worth it.
Frequented by surfers beginners, because its waves are small and in good shape.
Excelente para esnorkelear Excellent for snorkeling
Bacocho beach
Paya with golden sand and gravel. Few tourists visit this beach, is great for sunbathing and walking. There are beach clubs belonging to two of the best hotels in Puerto Escondido. No one is recommended to swim
