The 5 Best Things to Do in Catemaco, Mexico

January 30, 2018 Jasper Kershner

Catemaco  kate'mako (help·info) is a city in Catemaco Municipality located in the south of the Mexican state of Veracruz. The city is located on Lake Catemaco, with the municipality stretching north to the Gulf of Mexico. Catemaco is a tourist destination with its main attractions being the lake, remnants of the region’s rainforest and a tradition of sorcery/witchcraft that has its roots in the pre Hispanic period and mostly practiced by men. This tradition is well known in Mexico and attracts clients from various walks of life, including businessmen and national level politicians. Catemaco holds an annual event in March dedicated to sorcery which can draw up to 5,000 visitors.
Restaurants in Catemaco

1. Nanciyaga

Malecon, Catemaco, Mexico +52 294 943 0199
Excellent
69%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 93 reviews

Nanciyaga

Reviewed By ainslie earl k - Portland, Oregon

We have been to Nanciyaga a number of times in the past 5 years. Itis a good "jungle fix" with nothing unpleasant , in fact to the contrary, this is a modern well run jungle set resaurant with professional staff and beautiful setting. See the Scarlet Macqaws and maybe a monkey while there . Food is good, and they feature freshly made pastry... We good for brunch.

2. Catemaco Lake

Catemaco, Mexico
Excellent
47%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 138 reviews

Catemaco Lake

Reviewed By Dryanta - Olten, Switzerland

You can explore the lake by boat that leave from Catemaco. They drive you around the norther shore of the lake and make stops at little villages where you can get a clay-massage etc. for extra-cost. Nice for 2-3 hours. But there are definitely more stunning lakes to be found in Mexico and elsewhere in the world.

3. Barra de Sontecomapan

Catemaco, Mexico
Excellent
65%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 47 reviews

Barra de Sontecomapan

Reviewed By Kitam3 - Eagan, Minnesota

During our many travels to Catemaco, we can't wait to get back to La Barra. We have taken a launch from Sonecomapan, but mostly travel via our rental car. I love the drive and we have often seen toucans in the rain forest area. Our favorite restaurant is Estralla's and the owner welcomes us with each return. Our favorite snack is a shrimp cocktail with jumbo prawns served in a large margherita shaped glass filled with cocktail sauce and shredded lettuce plated with orange slices. Delightful on a hot day sipping an ice cold beverage. Freshly caught fish is another favorite. Mostly nationals visit La Barra and we have been treated with exceptional kindness. The Tuxtla mountain range is absolutely beautiful and a river empties into La Barra. This is the only beach in Mexico where I have found sand dollars. The local folks are gracious and pedal their local treats (tamales, etc.) which we always enjoy. You won't be disappointed.

4. Reserva Ecologica Benito Juarez

Catemaco, Mexico
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
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0%
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0%
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5 based on 6 reviews

Reserva Ecologica Benito Juarez

Reviewed By Anaid_Mx - Mexico City, Mexico

Si quieres disfrutar la auténtica experiencia de estar en el interior de una selva sin ir más lejos, debes visitar esta reserva. Es un proyecto comunitario muy respetuoso con el ambiente, a precios accesibles y con los mejores guías. ¡No te arrepentirás!

5. Reserva Ecologica La Otra Opcion

mpo. de Miguel Hidalgo Veracruz, | Zona De Amortiguamiento De La Reserva De La Biosfera De Los Tuxtlas, Catemaco, Mexico
Excellent
58%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 7 reviews

Reserva Ecologica La Otra Opcion

Reviewed By Shidarta - San Francisco, Argentina

La Reserva ecológica de Nanciyaga es un paraíso natural, de exuberante vegetación con una serie de chozas, "baños" de barro, con fotografías de personas famosas que han pasado por allí y grandes figuras talladas en piedra de la civilización olmeca.

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