by Erin May | Jun 18, 2018 | Area Attractions, Beaches of the Oaxaca Coast
The point or La Punta is located in the southernmost sectionย of Playa Zicatela at the southern end of the beach. ย The rocky outcrop, also referred to as The Point features a lighthouse and a number of homes spread across a wide area. Favored by surfers from all over...
by Erin May | Jun 18, 2018 | Area Attractions, Beaches of the Oaxaca Coast
Playa Carrizalillo is without a doubt one of the most beautiful beaches in Puertoย Escondido. Located west of Zicatela, this small 300 meter bay is accessed by a newly builtย stone staircase.ย Although it is a bit of a slope and walk to get to, Playa Carrizalillo truly...
by Erin May | Jun 18, 2018 | Area Attractions, Beaches of the Oaxaca Coast
Playa Marinero is located between Playa Principal and Playa Zicatela in the surfing community of Puerto Escondido. This 200-meter long beach is the perfect spot for swimming and beginner surfers.ย During the day take in a surf lesson, enjoy a swim or simply relax on...
by Erin May | Jun 18, 2018 | Area Attractions, Beaches of the Oaxaca Coast
Bahia Cacaluta is located southwest of the main beach of the bay of Santa Cruz and received its name from the Zapotec word meaning “black bird”, cacalote, the name forย a variety of crows or ravens. ย This bay is the perfect setting forย relaxing and enjoying...
by Erin May | Jun 16, 2018 | Area Attractions, Beaches of the Oaxaca Coast
Playa Mermejita is a small beach area in the central part of the Oaxaca coast, west of San Agustinillo and Mazunte. It is borderedon itsโ east side by Punta Cometa, the southern most point in the Mexican state of Oaxaca, and on its west side by Ventanilla, a...
