Top Things to do in Oaxaca
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Things to do in Oaxaca, Oaxaca: The Best Beaches
Discover the best top things to do in Oaxaca, Southern Mexico including Bahia de Cacaluta, Playa Zipolite, Playa Magueyito, Playa Carrizalillo, Playa Bacocho, Bahia San Agustin, Playa Zicatela, Lagunas de Chacahua Parque Nacional, Zipolite, Bahia Estacahuite.
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1. Bahia de Cacaluta
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By jrf25
This beach was beautiful and calm and well worth the 3-kilometer walk through the jungle to get there. When we were there (December 2018), the taxi driver knew right where to drop us at the trail entrance, and there were security people there to give directions (in Spanish only) and a person offering rides for hire (we walked instead). Directions weren't too necessary - there's just one left turn you need to make on the path, so we were grateful the man had told us about it, but we'd have probably figured it out. There were a couple of little eateries on the beach and a port-a-potty, so some services seem to have been added since prior reviews. It was lovely to sit and swim and watch the water. The only disappointment is that we'd read this was a beach the boats regularly bring snorkelers to and we didn't find any interesting snorkeling. However, visiting La Entrega after made up for it!
2. Playa Zipolite
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By Destination798943
We stayed in Zipolite in late January early February, which coincided with the 3-day 2020 Nude Festival. The beach is wide and a bit over a mile long. There are all manner of accommodations from a place to pitch a tent on the beach to a $200/night hotel. Most of the hotels are pretty basic without AC, but they are right on the beach so many don't appear to need AC (I'm not one of them.) We sat at a hotel's beach chair all day, ate their food and was allowed to swim in their pool -- our tab most days was about $20-$25 including coffee, breakfast, lunch and beer. The vibe at the beach is completely chill and truly clothing optional. My wife felt completely comfortable walking the entire beach alone wearing nothing but sunglasses. The nude festival drew a lot more people to the beach for the weekend (many of whom stayed clothed oddly enough), but only a few dozen participated in the yoga, body painting, volleyball and the like. A pleasant surprise was the options and quality of the food. Even though it is fairly remote (one hour from HUX), there was a broad variety of all kinds of cuisine. I had some of the best steak and octopus I've ever had anywhere in Zipolite for $8-$12. Amazing values. We're definitely going back. It is a bit surprising it hasn't been overrun and ruined like so many other Mexican coastal towns. I think the CO element and the dangerous waves will discourage families and other casual beach goers from attending.
3. Playa Magueyito
4. Playa Carrizalillo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 540 reviews
Small, lesser-known cove that isnt usually crowded.
Reviewed By nhbezerkeley
We were lucky enough to stay at a hotel on this gorgeous beach, so spent a lot of time there. The water was warm and beautiful and great for swimming or bobbing in the gentle waves. Renting loungers is a must to get some shade (the place with blue loungers was 250 for two, the next door place with orange loungers was 150 each), or claim a restaurant table and order food.
5. Playa Bacocho
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 418 reviews
The westernmost beach in Puerto Escondido.
Reviewed By blumtnguy - Blue Mountains, Canada
Unrivalled in the area for its thunderous waves on a virtually deserted beach that seems to go on forever Playa Bacocho is the gem in the crown of Puerto Escondido (secret port). Easily accessed by taxi and through either of the two beach clubs at the southern end. Every day at sunset the turtle rescue center releases baby turtles to the ocean ... a must see for the children in your group or even for the child in you! Pez Gallo Restaurante at Playa VillaSol Beach Club provides excellent cuisine as well as an amazing view of the beach as the waves crash onto the rocks.
6. Bahia San Agustin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 725 reviews
This beach is perfect for snorkeling and diving and features fresh-seafood restaurants.
Reviewed By CasaHoffa - Huatulco, Mexico
Playa San Augustin is among our 3 favorite beaches in Huatulco for snorkeling, swimming and EATING. The reef here is filled with colorful fish of every size and the restaurants serve-up fresh fish pulled out of the waters (try the Huachinango restaurant!!)
7. Playa Zicatela
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,206 reviews
Beachfront in Puerto Escondido.
Reviewed By Bibliokos - Jalisco, Mexico
Amazing beach right south of Puerto Escondido. Great for riding the waves or hanging out on the beach and taking a quick dip in the ocean. This is not a beach for swimming or hanging out in the ocean unless you have a surf or bodyboard. The surf and undertow are dangerous along this beach. Also, stay away from the over-priced and mediocre to poor quality food that is offered at the restaurants along the main drag of Av del Morro. If all you want is a cold drink and some guacamole and chips that's fine... but don't waste your money on dinner at these places. Take the beautiful walk to the southern area.... La Punta/Brisas (keep reading) The only place you can really just sit in calm waters is at the far south end near the lighthouse. There you can relax and sunbathe and wade out into the water to cool off. This is also where you find the kids who are learning to surf. It's really quite fun watching them tackle the mini waves. This Brisas de Zicatela neighborhood is also the place to stay if you want a younger and more hip and lively bunch to hang out with. Plenty of lodging and good restaurants and the best coffeehouse are down there.
8. Lagunas de Chacahua Parque Nacional
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 193 reviews
Lagoon to the west of Puerto Escondido.
Reviewed By annelab23 - San Diego, United States
Not much to do here but surf, swim, kayak, eat, drink, sleep. No nightlife or parties here, except for the locals celebrating a birthday on the weekend. Laid back and sleepy town, takes about 20 minutes to get your cup of coffee. Call / Whats App my new friend Suan at the number in the picture for meals, lodging or a good conversation.
9. Zipolite
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 190 reviews
Located just north of Puerto Angel, this beach is known as the most relaxing one around.
Reviewed By Trod13_11 - San Jose, United States
Great stretch of beach. Very clean and very quiet. Great hotels and restuarants located on this stretch. Mind you that it is the only clothing optional beach in Mexico. Just do it!! Its a little paradise!
