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schedule 4 horas Paseo a Caballo al Atardecer
Vive la libertad de cabalgar a través de ríos, selva y playas al atardecer en la costa oaxaqueña. Recogida incluida. 4 h
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Puerto Escondido: Tu Guía de Tours, Playas y Aventuras
Tu guía completa de tours, playas, hospedaje y aventuras en la Costa del Pacífico de Oaxaca.
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schedule 4.5 horas Tour de Bioluminiscencia
Explora las lagunas bioluminiscentes de Puerto Escondido en un paseo nocturno en lancha.
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schedule 2.5 horas Liberación de Tortugas Marinas
¿Alguna vez has soñado con liberar tortuguitas al mar? Participa en ayudar a las organizaciones locales a preservar las
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schedule 3 horas Avistamiento de Delfines
Sal al amanecer en una panga tradicional para encontrar manadas de delfines, tortugas marinas, mantarrayas y, en tempora
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schedule 5 horas Cabalgata a las Aguas Termales
Cinco horas a caballo desde la costa hasta aguas termales naturales escondidas en la selva. Una de las excursiones más g
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schedule 4 horas Avistamiento de Cocodrilos
Sube a una lancha por la mañana para ver cocodrilos americanos en su hábitat natural en la Laguna de Ventanilla, a 20 mi
Desde $1,600 MXN
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Ver todas las experiencias Experiencias Privadas en Puerto Escondido
Vive momentos privados únicos — perfectos para crear recuerdos inolvidables con familia y amigos.
diamond Experiencias Privadas Picnic Romántico — Sorprende a Tu Pareja
Reserva un picnic romántico en Puerto Escondido. Un picnic junto a la playa con comida deliciosa y vistas al atardecer.
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diamond Experiencias Privadas Despedida de Soltera — Celebra con Estilo
Planea una despedida de soltera inolvidable en Puerto Escondido con experiencias personalizadas, atardeceres increíbles y los mejores lugares locales.
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diamond Experiencias Privadas Picnic en la Playa — Un Día Perfecto
Un picnic en la playa con comida deliciosa y vistas al océano, perfecto para familias, amigos o una salida romántica.
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diamond Experiencias Privadas Propuesta de Matrimonio — Momentos Memorables
Haz tu momento especial inolvidable con una propuesta de matrimonio en una impresionante playa de Puerto Escondido.
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Ver todas las opciones de traslado Traslados Privados en Puerto Escondido
Viaja sin estrés con nuestros servicios de traslado privado. Ya sea que llegues al aeropuerto o explores atracciones cercanas, nuestros traslados ofrecen comodidad, conveniencia y privacidad.
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Dónde Comer en Puerto Escondido
Desde mariscos frescos en la playa hasta bares de mezcal de clase mundial — la escena gastronómica de Puerto Escondido es tan diversa como sus playas.
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Dónde Hospedarse en Puerto Escondido
Desde hoteles boutique frente al mar hasta hostales acogedores — explora 90+ propiedades con reseñas reales de Booking.com.
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Playas, lagunas y pueblos de montaña — todo al alcance
location_on Destino Playas Manzanillo y Puerto Angelito
Aunque Puerto Escondido sea un destino mayormente conocido por sus grandes olas y su cultura surfer, esconde, además, mu
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location_on Destino Playa Carrizalillo
Descubriendo Playa Carrizalillo: Una Joya Escondida en Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca 🌴🌊 ¡Bienvenido a Puerto Escondido, un
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location_on Destino Laguna de Maniatepec
A tan sólo 18 kilómetros al noroeste de Puerto Escondido, se encuentra la Laguna de Ventanilla. Una de las reservas natu
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location_on Destino La Punta
Descubriendo La Punta: Un Tesoro Oculto en Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca 🌴🌊 ¡Bienvenido a Puerto Escondido, un paraíso en l
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¡Bienvenido a Puerto Escondido! El paraíso oculto de México. La Punta, con su ambiente surfero y hippie, te hará sentir
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location_on Destino La barra de Colotepec
La Barra de Colotepec se encuentra a unos kilómetros al sur de Puerto Escondido. Lo particular de este lugar es su río,
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Nuestros Servicios y Plataformas
Todo lo que necesitas para tu experiencia en Puerto Escondido — desde rentas vacacionales hasta organización de bodas.
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Renta Vacacional
Explora casas, villas y departamentos vacacionales curados en Puerto Escondido. Desde casitas frente al mar hasta penthouses de lujo.
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Bienes Raíces en Puerto Escondido
Descubre opciones inmobiliarias — desde casas y villas elegantes, terrenos diversos, apartamentos y condominios modernos, hasta hoteles y negocios lucrativos.
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Organización de Bodas
Bodas soñadas en la costa oaxaqueña. Nos encargamos de todo — venue, decoración, catering, música y fotografía.
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Organización de Eventos
Retiros corporativos, fiestas de cumpleaños, despedidas de soltero/a y eventos privados en Puerto Escondido. Experiencias personalizadas.
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"We did a private boat tour, wonderful experience! We saw whales, dolphins, turtles and rays! Would recommend 100%!"
Laurie Tassilly 02/2025
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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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"Hice el tour de avistamiento de delfines y ballenas y la liberación de tortugas con ellos. 10/10. Nuestro capitán Wilmer con su embarcación Marbella, estuvo increíble. Nos dio muchísima información y nos explicó todo! Agencia responsable, puntual y siempre ahí para ayudar. La recomiendo."
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Sobre Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido está ubicado en la costa del Pacífico de Oaxaca, México. Surf de clase mundial, lagunas bioluminiscentes, cultura indígena y vida nocturna vibrante.
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29,903
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15+
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27°C
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Dónde Hospedarse en Puerto Escondido
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La Historia de 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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Clima y Mejor Temporada
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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wb_sunny ¿Cuál Es la Mejor Época para Visitar? — Dry Season
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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Cómo Llegar a Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido has its own international airport (PXM) and is well connected by road. Here's how to get here.
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- 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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Vida Silvestre y Naturaleza
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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Sea Turtles
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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Mangroves
Rich coastal ecosystems
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200+ Bird Species
Herons, pelicans, flamingos
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Cultura Surf y Olas
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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Cultura Indígena y Tradiciones Oaxaqueñas
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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¿Dónde Trabajar como Nómada Digital?
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.
desktop_windows Coworking Spaces
- 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 ¿Es Seguro Puerto Escondido?
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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