Things to do in Southern Mexico, Southern Mexico: The Best Bodies of Water

July 20, 2021 Vergie Nakamoto

Discover the best top things to do in Southern Mexico, Southern Mexico including Tangolunda Bay, Laguna Koila, Chachacual, Laguna de Manialtepec, Laguna Miramar, Buceo Scuba Huatulco, Laguna Ventanilla, Lago Montebello, Centro Turistico Lagos de Colon, Conejos Bay.
Restaurants in Southern Mexico

1. Tangolunda Bay

Blvd. Benito Juarez, Bahia Tangolunda, Huatulco 70989 Mexico
Excellent
63%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 572 reviews

Tangolunda Bay

Reviewed By 59ML

Beautiful islands in the view of our Barcelo Huatulco.The Bay is particularly beautiful at night with the lights in the distance & stars shining above the palms. We took Jose'Lopez Lopez tour to see the other bays with white sand beaches & variety of wave action. We did see sea turtles, dolphins, & others saw whales on the previous day. Its a great idea to limit resorts to a small area to reserve the natural beaches & habitat.

2. Laguna Koila

Laguna Koila, Comitan Mexico
Excellent
60%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 5 reviews

Laguna Koila

3. Chachacual

Huatulco Mexico
Excellent
67%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 39 reviews

Chachacual

Beach allowing swimming, snorkeling, diving and fishing, but not recommended for inexperienced swimmers.

Reviewed By kswmd

Took a catamaran cruise to the outer bays around Santa Cruz. This one is just beautiful. Tranquility.

4. Laguna de Manialtepec

Las Negras Mixtepec km 123 preguntar por Agustín o Gloria en el restaurant vista hermosa, Puerto Escondido 71981 Mexico
Excellent
74%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 601 reviews

Laguna de Manialtepec

Lagoon a few miles away from Puerto Escondido featuring lush plant life and pristine beaches.

Reviewed By 98chips - Calgary, Canada

Look! Look! Look! Wherever you turn, there is a new bird and this was in March, off of breeding season for many species when song activity is not high. It's local folks who are making their living here. Support them and see nature up close. It's the only way to really SEE this extensive mix habitat. Go early. Take the 6:30 launches and avoid the heat. Best for pics, too. Be sure to bring binoculars. Funny how many people think that they'll see everything like on TV.

5. Laguna Miramar

San Cristobal de las Casas Mexico http://www.turismochiapas.gob.mx/sectur/centro-turstico-laguna-miramar
Excellent
78%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
5%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 37 reviews

Laguna Miramar

This lake, 190 kilometers from San Cristobal, is buried deep in a rainforest filled with diverse forms of wildlife.

6. Buceo Scuba Huatulco

Ocotillo 206 Sector H, Huatulco 70987 Mexico +52 958 105 1361 [email protected] http://www.buceohuatulco.com
Excellent
75%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,362 reviews

Buceo Scuba Huatulco

BuceoHuatulco is divecenter focus on the marine biology, our instructor it´s a Master Scuba Diver Trainer from PADI, we´ve been on the business for five years now and we really like what we do. We try to share our passion for the oceans. We provide logistics for conducting Scuba diving activities, in order to assess and educate about the knowledge of our sea. We like to have personalized service to make sure that security is first.

Reviewed By MartinDenoix

It was my first time scuba-diving. Virgilio and Carlos offered me the best experience, they were patient, helpful, and very clear in their guidance, both in Spanish and English. I can only recommend this team, whether you are novice or experienced. We had a great time together, saw tons of fishes including rays. Best diving spot in Huatulco!

7. Laguna Ventanilla

Playa Ventanilla Avenida principal, Mazunte 70946 Mexico +52 958 142 5921 http://www.laventanilla.com.mx
Excellent
65%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 256 reviews

Laguna Ventanilla

Reviewed By GailGermany - Arlington, United States

We took the Lagune tour with a knowledgeable ‘red shirt’. Don’t know all the details about the 2 opposing groups red vs white. Just noticed as we were passing the white tour guide, the men didn’t greet one another. The boot tour was interesting and very relaxing. This was also the place to buy straw hats, honey, teas, chocolate etc. Bought refreshing Jamaica Alma Blanca tea leaves. Prices were very reasonable and good quality with the proceeds going back to the conservation effort. We also had Tlayuda,a typical Oaxacan filled tortilla at a tiny family run restaurant. Definitely worth a visit.

8. Lago Montebello

Palenque-La Trinitaria Mexico
Excellent
76%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 184 reviews

Lago Montebello

Reviewed By jerrylobo - Pharr, United States

This natural park is huge it is an entire day activity. By 5:30pm it begins to darken so go early. You will need to drive to every lake as they are not within walking distance. However it is worth it! I recommend you go on your own and not a tour bus so you can take time to see and appreciate every wonder. The drive to the park is long however the road is safe. On your way to the Park you will get a lot of con-artist posing as guides DO NOT get anyone people will offer you their kids for 100 pesos, don't do it. Wait until you pay the park fee and enter. Go to the first lake "Laguna de Aguatinta" there is a small parking area with a kiosk, there you will find Oscar. Oscar is a local guide that lives in a town surrounded by a virgin forest. He grew up there and is a certified guide he has received training. He is also extremely humble and very knowledgeable. He does not charge you anything and will stay with you the entire day if necessary, you only pay him what you want, like a donation. Make sure you have space in your vehicle for him as he will be guiding you in the drive to every lake. He will also take you to eat the authentic food that the locals make in that area, delicious! We were so happy to have found him amongst many guides. I will add a photo of him. If you want to reserve him in advance he was nice enough to give me his number I can connect you with him. He only speaks Spanish. He can also take you on a boat canoe, horseback riding, also to the Guatemala border and can help you reserve a cabin if you wish to stay in Montebello, which I recommend. Please feel free to ask me any questions.

9. Centro Turistico Lagos de Colon

Comitan 30160 Mexico +52 800 280 3500 http://www.turismochiapas.gob.mx/sectur/centro-turstico-lagos-de-colon
Excellent
73%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 45 reviews

Centro Turistico Lagos de Colon

10. Conejos Bay

Blvd. Benito Juarez, Tangolunda, Huatulco Mexico
Excellent
50%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 8 reviews

Conejos Bay

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