Huatulco was created 39 years ago by the
National Tourism Fund (
FONATUR) as a
tourist attraction. After studying the territory and completing the
Puerto Escondido-
Salina Cruz and
Oaxaca-
Pochutla highways, it was decided that this area would be composed of nine
charming bays:
San Agustin,
Chachacual,
Cacaluta,
Maguey,
El Organo,
Santa Cruz,
Chahue,
Tangolunda and
Conejos.
Acuatic activities277 kilometers (172 miles) from the capital of
Oaxaca and with the imposing
Sierra Madre del Sur as a backdrop, in Huatulco you will find 36
beaches of golden sand and a tropical climate almost all year round that allows you to carry out activities such as: kayak excursions, sailing on a catamaran, snorkeling and scuba diving to immerse yourself in the wrecks of sunken ships or appreciate the reef, as well as expeditions to waterfalls and horseback riding.
Don't miss the sunrise at
Bahia Conejos; the sky is painted orange and purple! The scene is so spectacular that the locals tend to gather on the beach to welcome the first day of the year.
Places to visit at HuatulcoLa Crucecita is the heart of
Huatulco. When taking a walk you will find the cathedral and its monumental
Virgin of Guadalupe painted on the ceiling and restaurants to travel through the
Oaxacan cuisine, including several mezcalerias for evening drinks.
Ass well, don't miss the
Museum of Oaxacan Handcrafts and admire the handcrafted rugs in
Teotitlan del Valle, as well as pieces made out of black clay, alebrijes and embroidery. If you want to learn the tradition of natural wool dyeing, then go to the
Centro Textil Artesanal Beel Guiée in the
Arroyo González community, very close to the main district.If you're wondering
where to sleep in Huatulco,
Tangolunda Bay is where the
all-inclusive hotels and houses for rent are located. You will also find cabins and inexpensive accommodations in
Bahía de San Agustín, with
semi-virgin beaches.
