Huatulco Bays

The Bays of Huatulco, on Oaxaca's southern coast, are one of Mexico's most authentic beach destinations. Unlike other mass-tourism resorts, Huatulco maintains controlled development that preserves its natural ecosystems. Huatulco National Park protects 11,890 hectares of tropical dry forest and coral reefs. Its 9 bays —Santa Cruz, Tangolunda, Chahué, Maguey, El Órgano, San Agustín, Cacaluta, Chachacual, and Conejos— offer everything from urbanized beaches with full services to pristine coves accessible only by boat. The area combines adventure (snorkeling, diving, zip lines, rafting on the Copalita River) with extraordinary Oaxacan cuisine: fresh seafood with mole, artisanal mezcal, and Pluma Hidalgo shade-grown coffee.

📍 Oaxaca

💰 $700-$2,200/day

🌤️ November to May is the best season, with dry weather and temperatures of 25-32°C. December to March is high season with more visitors but clear skies. June to October is rainy season with afternoon showers but sunny mornings and lower prices.

What to see & do

✦7-bay boat tour to discover pristine beaches like Cacaluta, Maguey, and San Agustín with snorkeling included
✦Snorkeling and diving in Huatulco National Park coral reefs, with sea turtles, rays, and tropical fish
✦Llano Grande Waterfalls and Copalitilla Magic Waterfalls, natural pools surrounded by tropical jungle
✦Visit to the Pluma Hidalgo coffee plantation in the mountains, one of the world's finest shade-grown coffees