San Jose de Manialtepec is a small village 30 minutes away from Puerto Escondido. It is built between a lagoon where you can see the famous bioluminescent plankton, and the mountains where you can enjoy the hotsprings. This is where we start our horse riding adventures !
San Jose de Manialtepec is a small village 30 minutes away from Puerto Escondido. It is built between a lagoon where you can see the famous bioluminescent plankton, and the mountains where you can enjoy the hotsprings. This is where we start our horse riding adventures !
San José de Manialtepec is a small indigenous community 30 minutes northwest of Puerto Escondido, nestled between the famous lagoon and the Sierra Madre mountains. It's the launching point for bioluminescence tours, horseback riding adventures through jungle trails, and hikes to natural hot springs hidden in the mountains. The village offers a glimpse into authentic rural Oaxacan life.
The natural hot springs near San José are reached by a scenic horseback ride through tropical vegetation, crossing rivers and climbing into the foothills. The thermal pools are mineral-rich and deeply relaxing — a perfect reward after the journey. Simple accommodations (cabins, rooms, camping) are available for those who want to spend the night closer to nature.
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