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Discover the best top things to do in , Southern Mexico including Amazing Ecotour Experience, 4 in 1 Tour - Mazunte, Cacao Factory, La Ventanilla National Park & Turtle Spawn, Sunset Amazing Turtle Release Tour, Beach Horseback Riding Excursion (3 hours) in Mazunte, La Ventanilla, Sunset Eco Horse Tour in Mazunte, Beach Horseback Riding Excursion (3 hours) in Mazunte, La Ventanilla, 4 in 1 Tour - Mazunte, Cacao Factory, La Ventanilla National Park & Turtle Spawn, 2 days / 1 night La Ventanilla Xalli hotel in Standard room + Estuary tour, 2 days / 1 night La Ventanilla Xalli hotel Jacuzzi Suite + Estuary tour, 3 days / 2 night La Ventanilla Xalli hotel in Standard room + Estuary tour.
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1. Amazing Ecotour Experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 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. From Huatulco we will travel to the first stop ecoturist center the ventanilla where you will know the diferents cocodriles and mangrove, you go a board a boat to see the ventanilla lagoon. 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. The next stop is to visit the Natural cosmetics factory where a group of women make artisan products. It will be a beautiful experience with a personalized service and certified guide of Zapoteco origin who you will not regret it.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Guía certificado bilingue
Exclusions: Tips, Lunch, Entrada a la laguna de ventanilla
Reviewed By tristad2014
Tomas was easily one of the best tour guides I've ever had. Incredibly knowledgeable, and super friendly he did everything to make the tour perfect. And the work being done at La Escobilla is so important, it's a great opportunity to support a wonderful cause. And of course the baby turtles are absolutely adorable!! I couldn't recommend it more!
2. 4 in 1 Tour - Mazunte, Cacao Factory, La Ventanilla National Park & Turtle Spawn
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
You will get your money's worth going booking this tour. With over 20 years offering tours around Oaxaca, we have created this 4 in 1 tour that will give our guests a complete culture and nature experience. We have friendly, professional, bi-lingual drivers and guides that will ensure your tour will be a success and a lasting happy memory.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Traditional Mexican lunch, One bottle of water, Entrance fee to La Ventanilla
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Reviewed By kylielistravelling
This was such a great experience. We rode along the gorgeous beach, splashed through the water and got to enjoy our sweet horses for over 4 hours. Our guide was so adorable and saw how much we enjoyed our time and he let us keep riding until it almost got dark. Would highly recommend this tour. Ask for Nicholas when you book this tour. He will take care of you :)
3. Sunset Amazing Turtle Release Tour
Overall Ratings
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.
4. Beach Horseback Riding Excursion (3 hours) in Mazunte, La Ventanilla
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Riding on the deserted beaches of La Ventanilla is a one-of-a-kind experience. Compared to other horseback riding tours that book large groups of people, this tour is completely private and catered to your needs. Your guide will be there just for you to give you personalized attention. As a matter of fact: the whole beach will be just YOURS to ride on! If you feel like you want to keep riding for an extra hour, we will gladly make this a 4 hour tour. As another special feature, you will get a glimpse of the La Ventanilla estuary. Upon arrival at the La Ventanilla, you will be greeted by your professional and friendly guide who take you on a short nature walk and a boat ride across the estuary river mouth. Keep your camera ready to snap pictures of various wildlife encounters that may include cranes, cormorants, or even crocodiles. We know you will love this tour and return with unforgettable memories!
Inclusions: Certified Guide
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Reviewed By milnermark
My family and I spent one week in Huatulco and aside from the amazing beaches here we wanted to experience something authentic from this region. We were recommended this tour by our friends who live here and we are so glad that we booked it on our last day here. Be prepared for a long day, but the day will be so worth it. In the morning the driver arrived on time to pick us up. We were the only guests so we felt like this was a completely private tour just for us. The chocolate factory was something special, and we bought a bunch of tasty cacao treats. Just make sure to bring a cooler. Our driver offered to keep our chocolate cold for us throughout the day. Mazunte is such a special place and we are already planning to come back and stay in Mazunte for a longer time. The cute alleys with their little restaurants and cafes beckon you to sit and observe Mazunte life. We will be back soon! The tour kept getting more amazing as we entered the estuary of La Ventanilla. Our guide was so sweet and he spoke perfect English, which for us was important. He explained to us everything about the estuary and the wildlife that he spotted for us as the boat glided through the mangroves. The day came to a culmination with the Turtle spawn. We were all blown away by this natural phenomenon unfolding in from of our eyes. We saw hundreds of turtles crawling up the beach to dig their holes and lay their eggs. What an experience. We are so glad we came on this tour and we were so sad having to leave beautiful Mexico! The value of this tour is exceptional. Do yourself a favor and book this tour!
5. Sunset Eco Horse Tour in Mazunte
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
The magical sunset on La Ventanilla beach. What we offer? A horseback ride along La Ventanilla beach on the edge of the mangroves. Live the unique experience of swimming in the lagoon by the sea with the horses and appreciating the flora and fauna of this beautiful ecological reserve. The return is made by riding along the sea where the sunset will give us a unique show Then we will know the typical Oaxacan cuisine where we will enjoy a native dinner
Inclusions: You will enjoy a typical Oaxacan meal where you will be able to appreciate live how the dishes are made in a traditional way.
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Reviewed By Mari203caroli
The horseback riding tour was amazing! we swam with horses and we had delicius typical Mexican food. thank U guys!
6. Beach Horseback Riding Excursion (3 hours) in Mazunte, La Ventanilla
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Riding on the deserted beaches of La Ventanilla is a one-of-a-kind experience. Compared to other horseback riding tours that book large groups of people, this tour is completely private and catered to your needs. Your guide will be there just for you to give you personalized attention. As a matter of fact: the whole beach will be just YOURS to ride on! If you feel like you want to keep riding for an extra hour, we will gladly make this a 4 hour tour. As another special feature, you will get a glimpse of the La Ventanilla estuary. Upon arrival at the La Ventanilla, you will be greeted by your professional and friendly guide who take you on a short nature walk and a boat ride across the estuary river mouth. Keep your camera ready to snap pictures of various wildlife encounters that may include cranes, cormorants, or even crocodiles. We know you will love this tour and return with unforgettable memories!
Inclusions: Certified Guide, Horseriding skills instructions
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Reviewed By 154castorv
My family and I enjoyed this tour from start to finish. My kids loved to pet the deer and play with the monkeys. The turtle experience was the absolute highlight. Great job on a well organized tour
7. 4 in 1 Tour - Mazunte, Cacao Factory, La Ventanilla National Park & Turtle Spawn
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
You will get your money's worth booking this one-of -a-kind tour. We have been offering tours in and around Oaxaca for over 20 years and have created this experience with the intention of showing you the best of everything, packed in a one day fun tour, giving our guests a complete culture and nature experience. We have friendly, professional, bi-lingual drivers and guides that will ensure your tour will be a success and a lasting happy memory.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Traditional Mexican lunch, Bottled water, Entrance fee to La Ventanilla
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Reviewed By Rosalineto
It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Silva was a great horseback riding instructor. Thankfully, I was the only one on the tour so it was a one-on-once tour, which allowed me to get all the attention I needed from Silva, plus because it was a remote and sacred beach, we literally had miles and miles of the beach to ourselves, which is nice since we are still in a pandemic. It was remarkable how I was able to bond with the horses, and get comfortable with galloping and experiencing riding bareback and most especially getting to watch the colorful vivid sunset with the horses. Silva took tons of photos and videos and ensured the experience was the absolute best that it could be. I'm so glad I did the tour and I would definitely do it again.
8. 2 days / 1 night La Ventanilla Xalli hotel in Standard room + Estuary tour
Known for being the best hotel in La Ventanilla, Xalli hosts 10 elegantly decorated guest rooms, a beach restaurant overlooking the vast white sand beach with its Pacific Ocean backdrop & a cute tiki-style bar ready to serve margaritas and other drinks throughout the day. Superbly located, our privileged beach-front position is easily accessible by the main paved road making us the perfect base for exploring. Of equal merit as our location is our team. Each of our team members is conscientious, friendly and offers expert knowledge about La Ventanilla and the surrounding area. From lagoon excursions and turtle release events to beach horseback riding adventures with your personalized bilingual guide, we've got you covered and its all part of the full service we offer to each and every guest.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Food & Drinks
Reviewed By kylielistravelling
This was such a great experience. We rode along the gorgeous beach, splashed through the water and got to enjoy our sweet horses for over 4 hours. Our guide was so adorable and saw how much we enjoyed our time and he let us keep riding until it almost got dark. Would highly recommend this tour. Ask for Nicholas when you book this tour. He will take care of you :)
9. 2 days / 1 night La Ventanilla Xalli hotel Jacuzzi Suite + Estuary tour
Known for being the best hotel in La Ventanilla, Xalli hosts 10 elegantly decorated guest rooms, a beach restaurant overlooking the vast white sand beach with its Pacific Ocean backdrop & a cute tiki-style bar ready to serve margaritas and other drinks throughout the day. Superbly located, our privileged beach-front position is easily accessible by the main paved road making us the perfect base for exploring. Of equal merit as our location is our team. Each of our team members is conscientious, friendly and offers expert knowledge about La Ventanilla and the surrounding area. From lagoon excursions and turtle release events to beach horseback riding adventures with your personalized bilingual guide, we've got you covered and its all part of the full service we offer to each and every guest.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Food & Drinks
Reviewed By kylielistravelling
This was such a great experience. We rode along the gorgeous beach, splashed through the water and got to enjoy our sweet horses for over 4 hours. Our guide was so adorable and saw how much we enjoyed our time and he let us keep riding until it almost got dark. Would highly recommend this tour. Ask for Nicholas when you book this tour. He will take care of you :)
10. 3 days / 2 night La Ventanilla Xalli hotel in Standard room + Estuary tour
Known for being the best hotel in La Ventanilla, Xalli hosts 10 elegantly decorated guest rooms, a beach restaurant overlooking the vast white sand beach with its Pacific Ocean backdrop & a cute tiki-style bar ready to serve margaritas and other drinks throughout the day. Superbly located, our privileged beach-front position is easily accessible by the main paved road making us the perfect base for exploring. Of equal merit as our location is our team. Each of our team members is conscientious, friendly and offers expert knowledge about La Ventanilla and the surrounding area. From lagoon excursions and turtle release events to beach horseback riding adventures with your personalized bilingual guide, we've got you covered and its all part of the full service we offer to each and every guest.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Food & Drinks
Reviewed By kylielistravelling
This was such a great experience. We rode along the gorgeous beach, splashed through the water and got to enjoy our sweet horses for over 4 hours. Our guide was so adorable and saw how much we enjoyed our time and he let us keep riding until it almost got dark. Would highly recommend this tour. Ask for Nicholas when you book this tour. He will take care of you :)
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