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What to do and see in Oaxaca, Oaxaca: The Best Bus Tours
Discover the best top things to do in Oaxaca, Southern Mexico including Waterfall Hikes History And Zip Lines In San Juan Lachao, Cascadas con Aroma a Cafe, Oaxacan Coast Adventure (Ventanilla, Mazunte, Zipolite, & Puerto Angel), Snorkelling Experience, Mazunte, Zipolite, Ventanilla, beaches, Huatulco Bahías Tour, Waterfall Experience, Artisan workshops tour, Monte Alban Guided Half Day Tour, Sunset Amazing Turtle Release Tour.
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1. Waterfall Hikes History And Zip Lines In San Juan Lachao
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Blessed are all for having the opportunity to come and visit this piece of heaven located in the Oaxacan Coast called Puerto Escondido, you can reach this enigmatic place by air or by road, it is only 50 minutes by plane from Mexico City, and 12 hours by car. When you arrive you will have the great surprise and admiration of what is offered by all the local people, famous for its 16 ethnic groups, but one apart, which is the afromestiza culture (The Black People) , you will enjoy 30 Tours that offers you, your Travel Agency Excursiones Turisticas de Valfred, as well as a variety of hotels, restaurants with excellent gastronomy, authentic crafts of Oaxaca and more, from your arrival we will visit you in your hotel to welcome you and explain this interesting Tour to visit the rural communities, The San Juan Lachao Village, take a hike, visit a waterfall and live the adrenaline with 2500 meters of zip lines with Tour Guides specialized on this.
Inclusions: National Park fees, Driver/guide, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Drinks, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By Y4970VAeriks
The excursion with Valfred Excursiones Turisticas to the Coffee plantation 'La Passionaria' was a great experience. Alejandro has been a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable about the region's history and always providing us with very valuable information about the places that we visited on the way to the plantation. Alejandro es un guia muy agradable, muy simpatico y siempre dispuesto a ayudar. He entertained us with many stories and anecdotes related to the country. The visit to the coffee plantation was extremely interesting and we learned a lot. Fue un real placer y nosotros recomandamos Valfred Excursiones Turisticas a todos los que deseen visitar lugares interesantes alrededor Puert Escondido. Many thanks Alejandro!
2. Cascadas con Aroma a Cafe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Live the magic with us to enjoy the Sierra Madre of southern Oaxaca, one of the richest in the world in flora and fauna and where the best coffee beans are grown. We start the wonderful journey starting from Bays of Huatulco and heading to the town of Llano Grande, a community located in the mountains with an approximate of 90 inhabitants, a place where there are hidden crystalline pools of shallow water and a beautiful waterfall.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities, entrance to the waterfalls and its community, Lunch
Reviewed By michellesF6237TK
We spent a wonderful late afternoon and evening with the very knowledgeable Roberto Marquez! We saw areas outside of our resort and gained much knowledge about the sustainable elements of the Huatulco community. The experience with releasing the turtles was so very special. Roberto was also a very safe driver and the air-conditioned vehicle was a major bonus. Thank you Roberto!!! Jim and Michelle (Winnipeg Canada)
3. Oaxacan Coast Adventure (Ventanilla, Mazunte, Zipolite, & Puerto Angel)
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
One of our friendly local guides will pick you up at 8:00 AM in an air conditioned vehicle to start our drive down the coast. Our first stop will be Ventanilla where we will board a panga boat to reach the island to see and feed local wildlife animals that have been rescued and are now protected in the island. Next stop is Mazunte! Mezcal and coffee tasting, exploring this magical town will be loads of fun! Zipolite is our next destination! Here we will visit the famous Beach of Love for some incredible pictures behind beautiful landscapes! Our next stop is a hidden beach where we will snorkel in it's coral reefs and enjoy the company of fish and maybe some sea turtles! After snorkeling we will head back to Puerto Angel for a delicious Oaxacan style meal and another dip in one of it's beautiful bays before returning back to Puerto Escondido.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Boat tour, Museum entries
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By widerbergjonas
Me and my girlfriend did this turtle release early may 2021. We got to release 45 minutes old baby turtles into the ocean. The guides were very helpful and informative about turtles in general and around the area. Would recommend everyone to experience this. Prepare for cuteness!
4. Snorkelling Experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
VEN A EXPERIMENTAR EN ARRECIFES QUE TIENE HUATULCO EN SU BAHIA DE SAN AGUSTIN ,ENCONTRAREMOS DIVERSAS ESPECIES DE PECEZ CRUSTACEOS O MOLUSCOS Y SABER LA IMPORTANCIA DE CONSERVAR NUESTROS OCEANOS TOUR GUIADO EN ESPAÑOL E INGLES. VEN CON NOSOTROS SOMOS PROFECIONALES. VIVE LA EXPERIENCIA
Inclusions: Aletas, Use of Snorkelling equipment
Exclusions: Breakfast
Reviewed By yaniksme
We were picked up at our hotel at 6.45am sharp as agreed (+1 for punctuality) then we went to the beach where we waited for the other couple (+1 for being only 2 couples, Robert and the our captain), we started off quite quickly. We were told that we needed to go far in the sea to reach the dolphins, but luck was on us and we could see them after 10 min in the boat, we were the 1st boat to enter in contact with them all! (+1) we stayed in the area for a while, the dolphins were playing with the boat and our guides were as euphoric as we were about the jumping dolphins, jumping ray matas, turtles and snakes we saw. I thought we would have to leave after a few minutes with the dolphins, but they took us to some more beaches to see from the sea. Finally we came back to the beach after a good 2h30 on the water. Robert called us a taxi, stayed with us for a little chat while waiting for the taxi. At 10am we were at home ready to eat and with amazing memories of these beauties. Muchas gracias Robert !!
5. Mazunte, Zipolite, Ventanilla, beaches
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
It is a getaway outside of esc port. To know these Jewels of Oaxaca to visit another well-known tourist center Mazunte, Zipolite, Ventanilla and more beaches to visit, venture out and enjoy a day of adventure.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By yaniksme
We were picked up at our hotel at 6.45am sharp as agreed (+1 for punctuality) then we went to the beach where we waited for the other couple (+1 for being only 2 couples, Robert and the our captain), we started off quite quickly. We were told that we needed to go far in the sea to reach the dolphins, but luck was on us and we could see them after 10 min in the boat, we were the 1st boat to enter in contact with them all! (+1) we stayed in the area for a while, the dolphins were playing with the boat and our guides were as euphoric as we were about the jumping dolphins, jumping ray matas, turtles and snakes we saw. I thought we would have to leave after a few minutes with the dolphins, but they took us to some more beaches to see from the sea. Finally we came back to the beach after a good 2h30 on the water. Robert called us a taxi, stayed with us for a little chat while waiting for the taxi. At 10am we were at home ready to eat and with amazing memories of these beauties. Muchas gracias Robert !!
6. Huatulco Bahías Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Enjoy an incredible adventure in the spectacular beaches of Huatulco, where we will visit 7 of the 9 Bays of Huatulco. We will visualize the coral reefs and colorful fish within the Huatulco National Park Protected Natural area. We will visit one of the virgin beaches that belongs to the Huatulco National Park Protected Natural area
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Shared boat with more people, Certified Guide, Waters and soft drinks on board the boat
Exclusions: Tips, Snorkel equipment rental ($ 200 pesos approximately), food and drinks in the restaurant, Port tax of $ 5.50 per person
Reviewed By FredD1501
The town is tranquil & amazing, but all bus rides are terrible! I have tried all the busses. Its better to take a taxi, because the bus drivers whip the many twist & turns so fast, that many people vomit & the buses & you smell it for 4 hours. The driver ignores you with any request. They laugh about how many people get sick. No impressed. Choose another travel option.
7. Waterfall Experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
You get to see part of the sierra madre its really fun we also pass by different villages and get to see the reality of oaxaca were the locals live and most important to swim at the falls
Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages
Reviewed By scstiers
We were in Hualtulco for 10 days and booked Oscar for several tours, (waterfall,deep sea fishing, Snorkeling, and massage in Piedra de Moro). I have traveled all over the world and Oscar Jinenez is by far the best tour guide I have ever booked with. Oscar will do what it takes to make your vacations as pleasant and fun for your whole family. If you want a famulous time with no worries book Oscar he's the best.
8. Artisan workshops tour
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
An experience that will take you to know the history, culture, crafts and gastronomy of Oaxaca in a single day.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Snacks, Entrance to the spa
Reviewed By Ontheroadtoconscious
My friend and I booked a tour to San Jose with Orlando. He told us that we would have a bilingual tour guide and we would have 2 excursions included. We were picked up for the tour on time. The tour guide barely spoke English but was very nice. We enjoyed the 3 hour ride to San Jose in a nice van. When we arrived we asked what time the first excursion began. At this point we were told that NO excursions were included. We called Orlando and the company directly, both were not cooperative. Orlando said if we wanted our money back we would have to return in the van right then. Obviously we weren't interested in turning around for another 3 hour ride. I have diligently tried since returning to communicate with the company so they would return some of the money that we paid them. Orlando required cash and collected 3500 pesos. Which is roughly $175. We paid $175 for a one way van ride. For comparison, if you ride in one of the local vans with other people it costs $7 per person. We were definitely scammed. And they promoted their great reviews on Tripadvisor.
9. Monte Alban Guided Half Day Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
We have quality service, our guides are certified but above all we have a lot of charisma and spark in what we like to do, to pamper the traveler in order to know the wonders of our state.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, travel insurance
Exclusions: Breakfast, Does not include Tickets or Admissions
Reviewed By 635klp
We didn’t want to do a full day tour so it was really easy to just use the shuttle option. Evelyn, who helped us, was very nice and I was so thankful to her and the driver when they helped me retrieve my phone after having left it in the van.
10. Sunset Amazing Turtle Release Tour
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
If you're a nature lover and want to make a tiny contribution to the preservation of nature, this is the chance you've been waiting for. You will learn the process of making handmade chocolate and you will see the cocoa bean as the main element of chocolate, also you will taste the typical drink. After that we will have time to visit "the iguanario", it is a place where you will see the two types of iguanas: green and Black and you could take pictures. You will visit the turtle sanctuary where you will receive an interesting introduction to the behavior and breeding habits of sea turtles before helping newly hatched baby turtles make their way into the sea. You will be in contact with one of the marine animals in danger of extinction, which is the turtle, of these there are 5 species inhabit the Oaxacan coast, you will have the opportunity to release them into the sea, and you will watch the sunset stage on the beach.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, certified guide of Zapoteco origin, Soft drinks
Exclusions: Tips, Lunch
Reviewed By Zinvine07
My friend and I booked Tomas for a tour up to Llano Grande falls. He picked us up at our hotel at 8:30 and then we travelled the 2 hours up to the falls through little villages along the climb up the mountains. Tomas was very knowledgeable about the area as he is from this area. He pointed out different species of trees and plants along the way, and even took a picture of a tree so he could find out later what it was. He's always striving to learn new things and increase his knowledge. Although the trip was long and bumpy, Tomas drove very carefully and slowly which was much appreciated.(newer very clean air conditioned car) Contrary to past things I have heard about this trip to the falls, there is no " awful drop off" from the road, at least I didn't see any. The road has been improved over the years, and more and more is being paved, especially through the villages. We stopped a couple times along the way, once to pick up a 'treat' from a local store, which turned out to be tostadas that are flavoured with coconut and chocolate I believe. When we stopped to have coffee, we dipped these into our coffee. The restaurant we stopped at for coffee (which was to be our lunch stop as well) sat beside a beautiful stream that flowed past as we sipped at our delicious coffees. When we arrived at the falls, Tomas was sure to mention that we should take the available walking sticks to help with our walks down to the falls. It was an absolutely beautiful peaceful magical walk down the path beside the river to the falls. Tomas was always watchful that we were managing the somewhat uneven pathway (lots of tree roots etc that could trip you up if not watching) and helping where needed. Tomas was sure to point out the various butterflies along the way, each specific area had different species. One in particular was the glass-winged butterfly- had clear wings outlined in black. He managed to get a picture of one (which he was happy to share with us). Once at the falls, we were free to do what we wanted for as long as we wanted. He was always nearby if we needed help or had questions. At the falls you can swim behind the falls, it takes a minute to get past the rushing falling water, but it was not a problem for me (and I'm not the best swimmer by far). It was really fun to get behind the falls, Tomas was already there and took pics (which he shared of course!). The area where the falls are is shallow for the most part, and you can sit in little 'pools' like having a whirlpool. There are a couple young ladies at the falls applying clay masks if you wanted (for free), which is the red clay from the local mountain. It dries, then you rub it off, then rinse. My friend and I both were surprised at how soft our skin was afterwards, and ended up buying some when we met the young lady at lunch again. We stayed approx. an hour and a half at the falls, then went to lunch (you can stay as long as you like, Tomas was very flexible with the day). Lunch was excellent and included chicken mole, which was the first time I'd tried mole; such a combination of wonderful flavours. We had time to visit 2 little shops in the area also which had local herbs and medicines, local soaps, nuts, chocolate, mezcal etc. It was so nice to be up in the mountains, at these lovely little local shops learning about everything they had to offer and how it was made. I would highly recommend Tomas for any tour as he is very knowledgeable , patient, considerate and flexible. Excellent English, he even had brought along cold water and beer in a cooler for us, made sure to check if we needed bathroom breaks every so often. Make sure you only bring one bag along with you to the falls, and water shoes if you have. To walk the path to the falls you should have something a little better than flip flops. There are quite a few steeper steps down to the falls (and back up again), so people with difficulty walking and stairs might not be able to do this tour. We were back at our hotel by 5:30.
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