Goals & Waves Between Huatulco and Puerto Escondido

Your coastal escape begins upon arrival in Huatulco. After settling in, enjoying a leisurely meal, and easing into the warm climate, you’ll head out to explore the town’s main viewpoints, central plaza, and artisan workshops.

A favorite destination for surf, sun, and sustainability, Huatulco stretches across roughly 35 kilometers of coastline. Its nine bays frame a landscape rich in jungle, wildlife, and biodiversity — a natural playground where ecology and adventure go hand in hand.

Huatulco is celebrated for its dazzling bays, and today you’ll discover seven of them on a panoramic boat excursion through Bahias de Huatulco.

Two stops highlight the journey: first at Chachacual Bay for snorkeling in clear, reef-filled waters, and then at Maguey Bay, where you’ll enjoy lunch with your toes practically in the sand.

Back at the marina, the adventure continues with a guided visit to Huatulco’s scenic overlooks and town center. You’ll step inside the main church, browse local handicraft shops, and indulge in a regional tasting experience — including a guided mezcal sampling that captures the smoky soul of Oaxaca.

Not included: snorkeling equipment rental (approx. $250 MXN), port tax (approx. $5.50 MXN), conservation wristband (approx. $65 MXN), meals and beverages at beach or restaurant venues.

Today, journey inland toward the lush mountains of Oaxaca’s Sierra Sur to visit the enchanting Cascadas Magicas de Copalitilla.

Here, crystalline pools cascade through tropical vegetation, creating an idyllic setting for swimming and exploration. Along the way, you’ll learn about traditional herbal medicine and savor freshly made, hand-pressed tortillas — simple pleasures that speak volumes about local heritage.

A scenic walk leads you to the waterfalls themselves, where you can wander, relax, and immerse yourself in the cool waters. The day concludes with a traditional Oaxacan meal served at a former coffee estate.

Not included: community access fee (approx. $330 MXN). Entrance and meal are included.

After a relaxed morning and breakfast, depart for Puerto Escondido to continue your coastal adventure.

En route, brief stops allow you to discover the seaside charm of Puerto Angel, the bohemian energy of Zipolite, and the laid-back magic of Mazunte. The day crescendos at Punta Cometa, where sunset paints the Pacific horizon in fiery hues.

After this picture-perfect moment, continue to your accommodations in Puerto Escondido for a well-earned rest.

Prepare for an experience that lingers long after the journey ends. At sunset, participate in the release of newborn sea turtles, watching as they instinctively make their way toward the ocean — a powerful reminder of nature’s resilience.

Later, venture to Laguna de Manialtepec to witness bioluminescence. As your boat glides across the darkened lagoon, millions of microscopic organisms emit flashes of electric-blue light when disturbed, transforming the water into a living constellation.

It’s a phenomenon that feels almost otherworldly.

All good journeys eventually pause. Before heading to the airport, savor a final moment by the sea — the warmth of the sun, the sound of the surf, the unhurried rhythm of Oaxaca’s coast.

Until next time, when the Pacific calls you back once more.