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Hiking, Viewpoints & Snorkeling Experience

Huatulco, Oaxaca 03.5 Hours Starts 08:00 Cancellation up to 1 day before

About this experience

The ultimate land-and-sea nature tour: uncover Huatulco's dramatic coastline and marine biodiversity in one seamless adventure. Travel by air-conditioned van to scenic vantage points overlooking Santa Cruz Bay, the Sierra Madre mountains, and the historic Lighthouse Lookout offering sweeping 180° Pacific vistas. Then, embark on an interpretive hike through tropical wetland trails guided by a naturalist specialized in regional flora and birds until reaching virgin El Órgano Beach. Enjoy calm snorkeling in crystal waters, followed by fresh seasonal fruit refreshments.

Key details

Destination
Huatulco
Duration
03.5 Hours
Start time
08:00
Operating days
Mon, Wed, Fri
Group size
2 – 14 people
Children ages
6 – 11 years
Cancellation
Up to 1 day before
Service
Spanish and English

What is included

  • Round-trip air-conditioned transportation, certified bilingual naturalist guide, liability insurance, complete snorkeling gear, water, soft drinks, and fresh seasonal fruit refreshments.

Not included

  • Gratuities, personal expenses, unmentioned food items.

Itinerary

  1. 08:00 AMHotel departure | 08:20 AM Photo stop at Santa Cruz & Sierra Madre scenic lookout | 08:50 AM Visit to the Lighthouse Lookout (180° ocean views) | 09:20 AM Interpretive nature hike through coastal wetland trails | 10:00 AM Arrival at El Órgano Beach, guided reef snorkeling & swimming | 10:50 AM Fresh fruit snack and beach relaxation | 11:10 AM Return walk to transport | 11:30 AM Hotel drop-off.

Times are approximate and may vary with traffic and weather.

Meeting point

Hotel lobby in Huatulco Bays.

Be there 15 minutes before the start time.

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What to bring

  • Light clothing, closed walking shoes or sneakers for trails, swimsuit on, towel, dry change of clothes, water shoes, organic sunscreen, bug spray, hat, camera, and cash.

Important notes

  • Moderate physical effort required for unpaved nature trail walk. Beach location may vary based on marine safety conditions.

Cancellation and conditions

  • You can cancel up to 1 day before the date of the experience.
  • Minimum of 2 people per booking.
  • Child rate applies from 6 to 11 years; older travelers pay the adult rate.
  • After payment you receive your coupon and itinerary in PDF by email and in My trips.
  • Read the terms and conditions
From$2,100MXN
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