3 best beaches in Puerto Escondido
You heading to Puerto Escondido?? Awesome!! You’re going to love it. It truly has something for everyone. A haven for surfers from all around the world, hippies and backpackers enjoying the chilled out vibes, Sport Fishing on tap and a range of top class 5 star hotels. And can’t forget those sunsets!!!
Whichever category you fall into, these are the 3 best beaches in Puerto Escondido that you’ll want to be hanging out at, hands down.
*Just to note, each of the beaches have a lifeguard present. So best to swim in front of them as the waves and currents can be strong at times 👍
Baby Sea Turtle release in Puerto Escondido
Playa Carrizalillo
Surrounded by cliffs and lush vegetation, Playa Carrizalillo is the pick of the beaches in Puerto Escondido. Its calm waters and gentle waves make it the best spot for swimming, snorkeling, and beginner surfers.
There’s about 10 or so small restaurants (as you can see from the pic at the top of this post) selling the freshest of seafood dishes for around $200-$300 pesos (US$12-$17) and icey cold beers.
Access to Playa Carrizalillo Beach is by descending a steep staircase, but with fantastic views. After a nice day at the beach, you’ll just have to walk back up them to get back home.
2 Hour Surf lesson in Puerto Escondido
La Punta
Back 8 or 9 years ago when I first starting to go to Puerto Escondido, La Punta wasn’t that popular at all. Now its like a mini Tulum of Oaxaca with fancy cafes, bars and restaurants everywhere. It has exploded! While still keeping the laid back hippy feel, it’s become one of the most popular beaches in Puerto Escondido.
It’s welcomes many beginner and intermediate surfers who hang out right near the point, and is safe enough for swimming although you’ll still want to be careful.
Each afternoon 100’s of people gather along the beach to watch the famous Puerto Escondido sunsets.
Dolphin Watching Tour – Puerto Escondido
Zicatela
Zicatela is the most famous beach in Puerto Escondido, known worldwide for its excellent surfing conditions with big and consistent waves. That’s why surfers from all over the world, including professionals who come to ride its legendary barrels. There’s also a couple surf comps during the year.
Apart from the huge waves, Zicatela is the party central of Puerto Escondido. The whole beach is lined with restaurants and bars which kick on well into the night making it a hotspot for both surfers and tourists.
And apart from those two things, Zicatela is the best spot for watching the sunset each afternoon.
Puerto Angelito
And just a special shout out to Puerto Angelito which is the best beach in Puerto Escondido for kids. So if you’re traveling with kids, this is your best option by far. Super flat, no waves and family friendly with lots of other kids to play with. Lots of eating options and easy access 👌
