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schedule 4 Stunden Sonnenuntergang Reiten
Erleben Sie das Abenteuer des Reitens in Puerto Escondido Machen Sie sich bereit, sich in den atemberaubenden Landschaft
Ab $1,850 MXN
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Puerto Escondido: Ihr Reiseführer für Touren & Strände
Ihr kompletter Reiseführer für Touren, Strände, Unterkünfte und Abenteuer an der Pazifikküste von Oaxaca.
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Alle Touren ansehen Unvergessliche Touren & Ausflüge in Puerto Escondido
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schedule 2.5 Stunden Biolumineszenz
Erkunden Sie das bezaubernde Biolumineszenz in Puerto Escondido Willkommen zu einem bezaubernden Abenteuer, das Sie verz
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schedule 2 Stunden Veröffentlichen Sie Meeresschildkröte
Aufregendes Schildkröten-Freilassungserlebnis in Puerto Escondido: Helfen Sie, die Wunder des Ozeans zu bewahren Willkom
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schedule 3 Stunden Delfine beobachten
Erleben Sie die Magie des Delfinbeobachtens in Puerto Escondido Wenn Sie ein wirklich bezauberndes Abenteuer in Puerto E
Ab $990 MXN
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schedule 5 hours Reiten zu den heißen Quellen
Erleben Sie ein unvergessliches Abenteuer! Sind Sie bereit für ein unglaubliches Abenteuer? Begleiten Sie uns auf der Re
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schedule 4 hours Krokodilbeobachtung
Besteigen Sie ein kleines Boot, um Krokodile in der Lagune von Ventanilla zu beobachten, 20 Minuten von Puerto Escondido
Ab $1,600 MXN
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Alle Erlebnisse ansehen Private Erlebnisse in Puerto Escondido
Erleben Sie einzigartige private Momente — perfekt für unvergessliche Erinnerungen.
diamond Private Erlebnisse Romantisches Picknick — Überraschen Sie Ihren Liebsten
Buchen Sie ein romantisches Picknick am Strand mit köstlichem Essen und atemberaubendem Sonnenuntergang.
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diamond Private Erlebnisse Junggesellinnenabschied — Stilvoll Feiern
Planen Sie einen unvergesslichen Junggesellinnenabschied in Puerto Escondido.
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diamond Private Erlebnisse Picknick am Strand — Der Perfekte Tag
Ein Strandpicknick mit köstlichem Essen und Meerblick — perfekt für Familien, Freunde oder einen romantischen Ausflug.
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diamond Private Erlebnisse Heiratsantrag — Unvergessliche Momente
Machen Sie Ihren besonderen Moment unvergesslich mit einem Heiratsantrag an einem atemberaubenden Strand.
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Alle Transferoptionen ansehen Private Transfers in Puerto Escondido
Erleben Sie stressfreies Reisen mit unserem privaten Transferservice. Ob Flughafentransfer oder Ausflüge — wir bieten Komfort und Bequemlichkeit.
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restaurant 30+ restaurants
Wo Essen in Puerto Escondido
Von frischen Meeresfrüchten am Strand bis hin zu erstklassigen Mezcal-Bars — Puerto Escondidos Gastronomieszene ist so vielfältig wie seine Strände.
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Wo Übernachten in Puerto Escondido
Von Boutique-Hotels am Strand bis hin zu gemütlichen Hostels — über 90 Unterkünfte mit echten Booking.com-Bewertungen.
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Alle Reiseziele Die Küste Entdecken
Strände, Lagunen und Bergdörfer — alles in Reichweite
location_on Reiseziel Carrizalillo Strand
Entdecken Sie Playa Carrizalillo: Ein verborgenes Juwel in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca. Willkommen in Puerto Escondido, ein
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location_on Reiseziel La Barra de Colotepec
La Barra de Colotepec liegt einige Kilometer südlich von Puerto Escondido. Die Besonderheit dieses Ortes ist sein Fluss,
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location_on Reiseziel La Punta
Entdecken Sie La Punta: Ein verborgener Schatz in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca. Willkommen in Puerto Escondido, einem Paradi
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location_on Reiseziel Manialtepec Lagune
Nur 18 Kilometer nordwestlich von Puerto Escondido liegt die Manialtepec Lagune. Eines der wichtigsten Naturschutzgebiet
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location_on Reiseziel Manzanillo Strand und Puerto Angelito
Obwohl Puerto Escondido hauptsächlich für seine großen Wellen und die Surferkultur bekannt ist, verbirgt es auch viele a
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location_on Reiseziel Puerto Escondido
Willkommen in Puerto Escondido! Das verborgene mexikanische Paradies. La Punta mit seiner Surfer/Hippie-Atmosphäre wird
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Unsere Services & Plattformen
Alles, was Sie für Ihr Puerto Escondido-Erlebnis brauchen — von Ferienwohnungen bis zur Hochzeitsplanung.
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Ferienmiete
Kuratierte Ferienhäuser, Villen und Apartments in Puerto Escondido. Von Strandhäusern bis hin zu Luxus-Penthouses.
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Immobilien in Puerto Escondido
Entdecken Sie Immobilienoptionen — von eleganten Häusern und Villen über Grundstücke bis hin zu modernen Apartments und lukrativen Hotels und Geschäften.
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Hochzeitsplanung
Traumhochzeiten an der Küste Oaxacas. Wir kümmern uns um alles — Location, Deko, Catering, Musik und Fotografie.
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Firmenretreats, Geburtstagsfeiern, Junggesellen/innenabschiede und private Events in Puerto Escondido.
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"We did a private boat tour, wonderful experience! We saw whales, dolphins, turtles and rays! Would recommend 100%!"
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"The mole class was just fantastic. Alejandrina was perfection. Thank you Lia for our tour."
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"We had such a great experience with Pierre and the trip. Communication on point, as well as transport. The trip self was beau-ti-ful!!! The horses were great and great taken care of by the local owner which also joined our ride. It exceeded our expectations, I can't imagine a more beautiful surroundings to do horse riding trek that doesn't feels touristy. Definitely recommended!"
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Über Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido liegt an der Pazifikküste von Oaxaca, Mexiko. Surf, biolumineszierende Lagunen, indigene Kultur und lebhaftes Nachtleben.
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Wo Übernachten in Puerto Escondido
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Die Geschichte von Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido — literally "Hidden Port" — was a small fishing village tucked between the Sierra Madre del Sur mountains and the Pacific Ocean until the 1960s. The town was essentially cut off from the rest of Mexico, reachable only by boat or mule trail through the mountains.
In the 1930s, the bay was used as a minor port for shipping coffee from the Oaxacan highlands. The construction of Highway 200 along the Pacific coast in the 1970s finally connected Puerto Escondido to the outside world, and surfers soon discovered the thundering waves of Playa Zicatela — one of the heaviest beach breaks on Earth.
By the 1980s, Puerto Escondido had become a cult surf destination, attracting wave riders from California, Australia, and Hawaii. The famous "Mexican Pipeline" put the town on the global surf map. Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, the town grew steadily while retaining its laid-back character — a rare feat for a Mexican beach destination.
Today, Puerto Escondido is Oaxaca's third-largest city with nearly 30,000 residents, yet it still feels like a small town. The arrival of direct flights from Mexico City, a growing digital nomad community, and international recognition as a world-class surf destination have made it one of Mexico's fastest-growing tourist towns — while preserving the authentic Oaxacan culture, indigenous traditions, and natural beauty that make it truly special.
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Klima & Beste Reisezeit
Puerto Escondido enjoys a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round. The dry season (November–May) offers sunny skies and is peak tourist season. The wet season (June–October) brings afternoon showers but lower prices and fewer crowds.
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November – May: The most popular time to visit. Sunny skies, no rain, and warm temperatures. Peak season is December–February with the highest prices. Whale watching runs November–March. Turtle releases August–December. Great for surfing, swimming, and all outdoor activities.
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June – October: Rain usually arrives in short afternoon bursts — mornings are still sunny and perfect for the beach. Prices drop 30–50%, crowds thin out, and the landscape turns lush green. Surf season peaks May–September with the biggest waves. Bioluminescence is best June–November.
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Anreise nach Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido has its own international airport (PXM) and is well connected by road. Here's how to get here.
flight By Air
- check_circleMexico City (CDMX): Direct flights daily with Viva Aerobus and Volaris. ~1.5 hours.
- check_circleGuadalajara (GDL): Direct flights with Volaris. ~2 hours.
- check_circleOaxaca City (OAX): Short domestic flight. ~25 minutes.
- check_circleHuatulco Airport (HUX): International airport ~2 hours east. We offer airport transfers from Huatulco.
directions_car By Land
- check_circleFrom Oaxaca City: ~6 hours via Highway 131 through the Sierra Madre mountains. Scenic but winding. ADO/OCC buses run daily.
- check_circleFrom Huatulco: ~2.5 hours west on Highway 200 along the coast. Beautiful drive through small villages.
- check_circleFrom Acapulco: ~7 hours east on Highway 200. ADO buses available.
- check_circlePrivate transfer: We offer door-to-door transfers from all cities and airports.
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Tierwelt & Natur
The Oaxacan coast is home to an incredible diversity of wildlife — from sea turtles and humpback whales to bioluminescent plankton and over 200 bird species.
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Olive ridley nesting Jul–Dec
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Humpback Whales
Migration Nov–Mar
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Year-round sightings
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Glowing lagoon Jun–Nov
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Rich coastal ecosystems
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Herons, pelicans, flamingos
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Surfkultur & Wellen
Puerto Escondido is one of the world's premier surf destinations, famous for the thundering barrels of Playa Zicatela — known as the "Mexican Pipeline." This 3-kilometer stretch of beach produces some of the heaviest, fastest waves on Earth, drawing professional surfers from around the globe for competitions like the Puerto Escondido Challenge.
But Puerto Escondido isn't just for experts. La Punta offers a consistent, mellow point break perfect for intermediate surfers and longboarders. Playa Carrizalillo has gentle waves ideal for beginners, and Playa Marinero is popular with bodyboarders. Multiple surf schools offer private lessons for all levels — you can go from your first wave to carving turns in just a few days.
Surf season peaks from May to September when south swells bring the biggest waves to Zicatela. The rest of the year still sees consistent surf at La Punta and other breaks. The surf culture here is authentic and welcoming — far less crowded and commercialized than Bali, Hawaii, or even Sayulita.
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Indigene Kultur & Oaxacanische Traditionen
Puerto Escondido sits within Mixtec and Chatino indigenous territory. Oaxaca is Mexico's most ethnically diverse state, home to 16 indigenous groups and more indigenous languages than any other region. Their influence is woven into every aspect of local life — from food and textiles to festivals and spiritual traditions.
The mezcal you'll drink here is distilled using ancestral techniques passed down through generations. The 7 moles of Oaxaca — complex sauces made from dozens of ingredients — are a culinary art form. Hand-woven textiles, black pottery from San Bartolo Coyotepec, and fantastical alebrijes wood carvings represent centuries of artistic tradition.
Major cultural events include Día de los Muertos (Oct 31–Nov 2), the Fiestas de Noviembre (a month-long cultural celebration), and the Guelaguetza dance festival. These celebrations offer a window into the deep spiritual and communal traditions of Oaxacan indigenous peoples.
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Alebrijes & Textiles
Hand-carved wooden creatures and intricate hand-woven textiles — centuries of Zapotec and Mixtec artistic tradition.
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Ancestral Mezcal
Oaxaca produces 90% of Mexico's mezcal. Visit ancestral distilleries and taste varieties from 30+ agave species.
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7 Moles of Oaxaca
Complex sauces made from 20+ ingredients each — negro, rojo, coloradito, amarillo, verde, chichilo, and manchamanteles.
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16 Indigenous Groups
Zapotec, Mixtec, Chatino, Mazatec, and more — Oaxaca is Mexico's most culturally diverse state.
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Wo als Digitaler Nomade Arbeiten?
Puerto Escondido has become one of Mexico's top destinations for digital nomads and remote workers. Affordable living, reliable internet, coworking spaces, and an incredible lifestyle make it an ideal base.
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- wifiLosodeli — Rinconada. The original coworking space. Fast Wi-Fi, AC, garden, cafe. Day passes and monthly plans.
- wifiSelina — Zicatela. Beachfront coworking with rooftop pool. Part of the global Selina network.
- wifiEl Mundito — Tamarindos. Quiet, focused workspace with fast internet and a community feel.
coffee Cafes with Great Wi-Fi
- wifiAmarisa — La Punta & Zicatela. Popular with nomads. Excellent coffee, reliable internet, AC.
- wifiPuerto Brew — Rinconada. Craft brewery with fast Wi-Fi. Great for afternoon work sessions.
- wifiMalagua Café — Tamarindos. Quiet cafe with strong coffee and reliable internet in a garden setting.
shield Ist Puerto Escondido Sicher?
Puerto Escondido is considered one of the safest beach destinations in Oaxaca and Mexico. The town relies heavily on tourism and the local community is welcoming and friendly. Standard travel precautions apply: use hotel safes, avoid walking alone on unlit beaches at night, and secure your belongings.
Ocean safety is the biggest concern — Playa Zicatela has extremely powerful currents and waves. Never swim at Zicatela unless you are an advanced surfer. Stick to Carrizalillo, Puerto Angelito, or Manzanillo for safe swimming. Always check flag warnings.
Health tips: Drink bottled water only (never tap water). Wear sunscreen — the tropical sun is intense. Bring insect repellent for evenings and jungle excursions. In case of emergency, dial 911.
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