Location: Mexico
Nearest Airport:
Puerto Escondido PXM at 5
Kilometres
Nearest Beach:
beach at 100
Metres
Car: not necessary
Free of high rise monstrosities Puerto Escondido retains an authentic Mexican flavour offering fabulous beaches where you can sunbathe in the tropical climate throughout the year. The world famous Zicatela is a surfers paradise whilst the gentler waters of Manzanillo, Angelito, or Carrizalillo offer great snorkelling.
In the winter months go whale watching or fish for tuna, sailfish and marlin all year long. In the lagoons of Puerto you can spot more than 250 varieties of birds. For the more adventurous try sky or scuba diving.
Whatever you do you will enjoy the cuisine, fresh lobster oysters, Oaxcan delicacies or international cuisine.
Getting there
Once a day is a 50 minute flight from Mexico city
Regular flights from Mexico City to Huatulco a 70 minute drive away
Twice daily flights from Oaxaca
Buses daily from Mexico City Oaxaca and Acapulco
Getting around
Local taxis are between 20 and 25 pesos
Buses are even cheaper
Water taxis
Car hire