Tour Description
Experience the magic of the Oaxacan coast with our trip to Puerto Escondido. This full-day tour takes you from the mountains to the Pacific to enjoy golden beaches, turquoise waters, and exciting marine life. With a very early pick-up at your central hotel, we ensure you make the most of every minute of sun, sand, and sea.
With departure between 6:00 and 6:30 AM and an approximate return at 7:00 PM, this experience is designed for those seeking the perfect contrast between the mountains and the ocean. You’ll enjoy the freedom of the beaches, the chance to encounter dolphins or whales in their natural habitat, and the vibrant life of the famous Adoquín.
Tour Highlights
- 🏝️ Puerto Escondido Main Beach: Feel the sand and the ocean breeze on this iconic beach.
- 🏖️ Puerto Angelito Beach: Discover this calmer cove, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the scenery.
- 🌊 Marine Life Watching: Embark on a search for sea turtles, dolphins, and humpback whales (depending on the season with an additional fee).
- 🐢 Turtle Release: Live the unique experience of helping release baby sea turtles into the ocean (seasonal activity with an additional fee).
- 🌅 El Adoquín: Stroll along the boardwalk and through the tourist heart of Puerto Escondido, full of atmosphere and color.
- 🍽️ Breakfast with Ocean View: Enjoy an à la carte breakfast at a local restaurant (cost not included).
Itinerary
🚐 Early Pick-up and Departure
We pick you up at your central hotel in Oaxaca between 6:00 and 6:30 AM. We begin the journey to the coast in comfortable Sprinter units, ready for a day of adventure.
🍽️ Breakfast on the Coast
Our first stop is at a local restaurant for you to enjoy a delicious à la carte breakfast while breathing in the sea air (food cost covered by you).
🏝️ Visit to the Main Beach and Puerto Angelito
We head to the famous Puerto Escondido Main Beach, where you’ll have free time to walk, take photos, and feel the sand. Afterwards, we will visit Puerto Angelito Beach, a more protected and family-friendly cove.
🌊 Marine Life Watching (Extra Option)
If the season permits and you decide to book it, you can take a boat ride to look for dolphins, sea turtles, and, in the winter months, majestic humpback whales (additional cost).
🐢 Turtle Release (Extra Option)
Optionally and depending on the season, you can participate in the moving experience of releasing baby sea turtles, contributing to their conservation (additional cost).
🌅 Tour of El Adoquín
We will visit the iconic Adoquín of Puerto Escondido, a seaside promenade full of shops, restaurants, and a festive atmosphere. The perfect place to take home a souvenir.
🚐 Return to Oaxaca
We begin the journey back to the city of Oaxaca, with an approximate arrival at 7:00 PM.
What’s Included?
- Round-trip transportation in recent model Sprinter units. 🚐
- Travel coordinator throughout the experience. 🧑🏼💼👩🏼💼
- Traveler’s insurance. 💎
- Pick-up from central hotels in Oaxaca (between 6:00 and 6:30 AM).
Not Included
- Food and drinks: Breakfast at the restaurant is à la carte and paid for directly.
- Activities with extra cost:
- Turtle, dolphin, and whale watching tour (price varies by season).
- Turtle release experience (price varies by season).
- Entrance to any other unspecified attraction.
- Personal expenses, tips, or purchases at El Adoquín.
Meeting Point
Direct pick-up at your central hotel in Oaxaca city between 6:00 and 6:30 AM.
Duration
06:00 AM – 07:00 PM
Recommendations
- 🎽 Comfortable, cool, and light clothing.
- 🩱 Swimsuit and an extra change of clothes.
- 🕶️ Sunglasses.
- 🧢 Cap or hat for the sun.
- 🧴 High SPF sunscreen (water-resistant).
- 🥤 Water to stay hydrated during the trip.
- 📸 Camera or cell phone to capture the landscapes and marine life.
- 💵 Cash for breakfast, optional activities, and purchases.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. In what season can you see whales and dolphins?
The humpback whale watching season is generally from December to March. Dolphins and sea turtles can be spotted for much of the year, but the activity is subject to weather and sea conditions. The turtle release is a seasonal activity that depends on nesting periods.
2. Is breakfast included in the tour price?
No, the tour includes the stop at a restaurant, but breakfast is à la carte and each person pays for what they consume directly at the establishment.
3. How much time is spent in transportation?
The trip from Oaxaca to Puerto Escondido takes approximately 3.5 to 4 hours each way, depending on traffic. It is a scenic route that passes through different ecosystems.
4. What happens if the sea is too rough for watching?
Safety first. If sea conditions are not suitable for navigation, the watching activity is canceled. In that case, additional free time on the beaches or the possibility of other land-based activities is offered.
