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Is Puerto Escondido worth visiting?

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Is Puerto Escondido worth visiting?

Puerto Escondido is definitely one of the best places to visit in Mexico. Plan your trip to this awesome Mexican beach town with the assistance of this comprehensive guide. We’ll go into detail about the top things to do, where to stay, and some of the best places to eat and drink.

Is Puerto Escondido a beach break?

Puerto Escondido is a laid-back coastal community located in Oaxaca, Mexico. It is the home of one of the heaviest and most dangerous waves in the world. The town’s most famous surf spot is Playa Zicatela, a pounding and temperamental beach break capable of producing big, powerful, and bone-breaking tubular waves.

Can you swim in the ocean in Puerto Escondido?

You can swim in the ocean at most beaches in Puerto Escondido. However, some have a strong undercurrent. It’s always a good idea to observe the ocean and the waves before jumping in.

How many days should I spend in Puerto Escondido?

You won’t want to leave — it’s one of those never-never land places where folks “accidentally” miss their return flight and stick around for a while — but you can likely enjoy your fill of Puerto in about four days. Here are some of the best things to do and areas to explore.

Why is Puerto Escondido so popular?

Ah, Puerto Escondido – a town with pristine beaches, surf, wildlife, shopping, and an endless amount of things to see and do! So it isn’t a surprise this beach-side Mexican town is quickly growing in popularity for vacationers from all over the world.

Is Puerto Escondido cheap?

Puerto Escondido was more expensive than Oaxaca, San Pancho or Playa del Carmen (for us at least), but it is still good value. We only managed to stick to this budget by sharing a house—on our own we would have struggled to find affordable accommodation.

Where should I stay in Puerto Escondido?

My favorites at all price points later in this guide.

  • Boutique budget stay in Zicatela Beach: Casa de Olas Boutique Hotel.
  • Hotel with the best view: Villas Carrizalillo.
  • Top adults-only pick for couples on Zicatela Beach: Casa Joseph.
  • Luxury adults-only stay west of Puerto Escondido: Hotel Escondido.

Do I need a wetsuit in Puerto Escondido?

Please note: These are general guidelines based on today’s average water temperature of 28°C in Puerto Escondido. If there are strong winds, cold air temperatures, you are engaging in activities with less movement or you get cold easily, you may want to consider a thicker wetsuit. consider a thicker wetsuit.

Is the water clear in Puerto Escondido?

Puerto Escondido has several to choose from, all featuring pristine sugar-sand beaches, clear turquoise waters and a water temperature close to the average annual air temperature of 28 °C. Playa Principal, the main beach fronting the town, is lined with palm trees and thatch-roofed bars.

Is Puerto Escondido a reef break?

So different in so many ways from any other beachbreak, Puerto Escondido does a damn good impersonation of the world’s most famous reefbreak with mere sand and a canyon.

Is Puerto Escondido a party town?

Nightlife in Puerto Escondido The nightlife scene of Puerto centers mostly around the La Punta and Zicatela neighborhoods. Pregame at La Punta, then hit up the clubs at Zicatela a little after midnight or so. The parties don’t stop until the people stop, making Puerto Escondido one of Mexico’s top party destinations.

Is there cartel in Puerto Escondido?

Plenty of Americans and Canadians used to drive along the entire Pacific coast of Mexico from California to Guatemala, stopping in at Puerto Escondido, but parts of the route can be quite dangerous today, thanks to drug cartels and highway robberies (especially at night).