From Huatulco : Crocodile and Turtle Eco Tour

Huatulco, Mexico
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Duration6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Immerse yourself in nature with this eco-tour in Ventanilla, where adventure and conservation come together. Just an hour and 30 minutes from Bahías de Huatulco, you'll visit a community committed to protecting the ecosystem. Sail an eco-friendly boat through the lagoon, observe crocodiles in their habitat, and learn about conservation at a UMA. The experience culminates with the release of baby turtles on the beach, under the guidance of local experts who share the importance of marine conservation. A must-do experience for nature and wildlife lovers.

Options

Private in Van

Private in Van: Private service in a van-type vehicle for groups of 1 to 11 people
Pickup included

Private in Advance

Private in advance: Private service in an Avanza type vehicle for groups of 1 to 4 people
Pickup included

What's included

  • Certified bilingual guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Meals
  • Entrance to Ventanilla Lagoon, payment is in cash
  • Entrance to release turtles, payment is in cash
  • If the service was good you can compensate the guide with a tip.

What to expect

  1. Laguna Ventanilla
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    This place is recognized for its strong commitment to protecting the ecosystem, including mangroves, crocodiles, birds, and other native species such as iguanas and white-tailed deer.

    You'll sail on a boat guided by a local expert who will explain how this community actively protects its ecosystem. You will enter the mangrove channels where you will observe up close:
    Crocodiles in their natural habitat;
    iguanas sunbathing among the branches;
    white-tailed deer in protected areas;
    endemic and migratory birds that inhabit the lagoon
  2. 40m · Admission ticket not included
    Located on the coast of Oaxaca, the Escobilla Beach Sanctuary is a protected natural area and one of the most important nesting sites in the world for the olive ridley sea turtle.
    Here you will be part of a magical moment: the release of baby turtles into the Pacific Ocean, a symbolic act of life, hope, and conservation.

    Guided by sanctuary experts, you'll learn about the life cycle of these incredible species, the importance of their protection, and the community efforts being made to preserve them. You'll be able to interact responsibly with the baby turtles as you accompany them on their first steps toward the sea.

    It's a deeply emotional experience, ideal for families, nature lovers, and travelers looking to leave a positive impression. Connect with life and be part of this beautiful ecological mission on the Oaxacan coast!

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The operator will be waiting in the hotel lobby calling out the traveler's name.
If you are traveling on a cruise ship, your guide will be waiting at the end of the cruise ship pier with a sign with your name on it to board the tour.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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