Wildlife Eco Tour on the coast of Oaxaca.

Huatulco, Mexico

6 to 7 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Certified Guide

Brunch

Food and drinks
Entrance fee - Window Lagoon

MX$250.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

The tour guide wears a uniform with a light blue shirt with the company logo. The vehicle bears the company logo.

Itinerary

Laguna Ventanilla

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Mazunte

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Zipolite

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Puerto Angel

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Santa Cruz Huatulco

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Martina_S

I had an absolutely amazing experience on this ecotour along the coast of Oaxaca! As a nature and animal lover, it was pure heaven—I got to see so many incredible species, from crocodiles to turtles, and so much beautiful wildlife. Our guide, Edgar, was fantastic: super friendly, funny, and extremely knowledgeable. He made the tour both fun and informative, and his passion for nature really shone through. I can’t recommend this tour enough for anyone who loves wildlife and wants a memorable adventure in Oaxaca!

Reviews

4.5

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Good Experience

Mary_M, Jun 2026

Edgar, the guide did a good job navigating all 4 stops. Lagoon stop was Wonderful. it’s very buggy. Lots of mosquitoes. I didn’t have any bug spray, but was wearing long clothes. The other stops were OK. As it was pouring rain, we couldn’t really do much walking. The restaurant was decent. Nice to be able to visit these four beaches

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience, Mary! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the lagoon stop and the opportunity to visit four beautiful beaches along the Oaxaca coast. Rainy weather can sometimes limit certain activities, but we’re glad Edgar helped make the tour smooth and enjoyable throughout the day. We also appreciate the tip about bringing bug spray for the lagoon area. Thank you again for joining us! The Paraiso Huatulco Team

Disappointed

Conrad_E, Feb 2026

This trip was not what we expected. We are experienced travelers. Delayed start by 1/2 hour as a couple staying in our hotel received wrong start time. Guide was pleasant, but said he spoke some English. Therefore, as all the local guides gave information in Spanish, we learned not very much. There was no information about what we were seeing on our 2 hour ride to the Lagoon. Two hours at the Lagoon was too long as boat ride short and watching the deer too long. Again, since all in Spanish, we were just observers. Looking forward to Manzunte, but it was only a smelling of organic cosmetics and opportunity to purchase. We did not understand anything as in Spanish. Zipollite was okay. Pretty stretch of beach. Short stop. Long, late lunch in Puerto Angel. No time to explore or any information about the stop. 6 pm Mezcal, Coffee, Chocolate sampling across street from restaurant in Puerto Angel. Arrival back in Santa Cruz at 8:30 pm We did enjoy the people in group.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Dear Conrad, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re truly sorry that the experience did not meet your expectations. The delayed start occurred because one couple received the pickup information but unfortunately did not review their phone messages carefully. We send the exact same confirmation details to all participants in advance, but occasionally this can create timing misunderstandings that affect the group’s departure. We are reviewing our follow-up procedures to help minimize this risk. Regarding the language barrier, the Wildlife Eco Tour is primarily operated in Spanish, as local guides at the lagoon and community stops conduct their explanations in Spanish. However, we recognize that this limited your experience, and we will reinforce with our team the importance of providing clearer English support whenever possible. Your comments about timing at the lagoon, Mazunte, Zipolite, Puerto Ángel, and the overall pacing are very valuable. This tour includes several community-based visits, but we understand that without proper explanation in your language, it can feel more observational than engaging. We do appreciate your kind words about the group and our guide’s attitude. Feedback like yours helps us improve the clarity of our tour descriptions and communication. Thank you again for your honesty. The Paraiso Huatulco Team.

Touring with Luis

Hilda_F, Feb 2026

Have good bug spray and your own water to take with you. Was a very interesting tour, enjoyed the stops along the way.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you, Hilda! We’re glad you enjoyed touring with Luis and found the Wildlife Eco Tour interesting. Great tip about bringing bug spray and water 👍 We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again on another adventure along the coast of Oaxaca. The Paraiso Huatulco Team.

Disappointed

Stephen_B, Jan 2026

Mixed feelings about this tour. Enjoyed each activity but spent far too much time at most. It was more than a ten hour day. The boat tour of the eco reserve was very interesting but although the tour promised an English guide our guide only spoke Spanish; there wasn’t room for our well- meaning tour guide on the boat. The tour advertises brunch and refreshments provided but there was none except water bottles. Instead we were ushered to a restaurant at our own expense at 3:30- way past lunch time. I would not do this trip again.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Dear Stephe..., Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We’re truly sorry for the disappointment you experienced, especially regarding the language during the boat tour. While the tour is advertised with an English-speaking guide, in shared tours there can be logistical limitations, such as space on the boat, and we regret that this affected your experience. Regarding the duration of the tour, shared excursions sometimes take longer than expected, as we aim to accommodate all participants, which can extend travel and activity times. We understand how this can feel tiring on a full-day tour. Concerning meals, we would like to clarify that brunch is not included, as clearly stated in the tour description; only bottled water is provided. We regret if this was not clear at the time of booking. The lunch stop is scheduled later in the afternoon, which is common in tropical countries and can differ from meal schedules in northern countries. Your comments are valuable to us, and we appreciate you bringing these points to our attention as we continue to improve our services. The Paraiso Huatulco Team.

Beautiful nature...

Nadiya_B, Jan 2026

Beautiful nature experience. Transportation was smooth and time just flew by. Unfortunate, just not too much time in Mazunte

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Dear Nadiya, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the beautiful nature and that the transportation was smooth and comfortable. We understand that time in Mazunte can feel short — it’s truly a special place, and we appreciate your feedback as it helps us continue improving our tours. We hope to welcome you again for another adventure along the coast of Oaxaca! The Paraiso Huatulco Team.

Absolute heaven

Martina_S, Jan 2026

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you so much, Martina, for this wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that the Wildlife Eco Tour felt like “absolute heaven” for you and that you enjoyed the incredible biodiversity along the coast of Oaxaca. Edgar will be especially happy to know that his passion, knowledge, and good humor made your experience both fun and memorable. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us, and we’d love to welcome you back for another adventure in nature. The Paraiso Huatulco Team.

Wildlife Eco Tour | Huatulco

Patricia_Z, Jan 2026

We had a wonderful experience on the Wildlife Eco Tour in Huatulco! Our guide, Jose, was fantastic — very kind, knowledgeable, and spoke excellent English, which was especially appreciated by those in our group who don’t speak Spanish. The tour stops were well-paced and scenic. We visited Puerto Ángel, Zipolite Beach, and ended at La Ventanilla for the wildlife portion of the tour. At La Ventanilla, we took a guided boat ride that lasted about 30 minutes and saw many crocodiles (both large and small), along with a few turtles and iguanas. It was exciting, educational, and felt very respectful of the wildlife. Afterward, we stopped at a local restaurant for lunch, which had several nice menu options to choose from and was a great way to end the day. Overall, this was a well-organized, informative, and enjoyable tour — a great way to see a different side of the Huatulco area. Highly recommend, especially if you enjoy nature and wildlife!

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you very much, Patricia, for taking the time to share such a detailed and thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience on our Wildlife Eco Tour in Huatulco and that José made such a positive impression with his kindness, knowledge, and excellent English. It’s great to know that the pacing of the stops, the visit to La Ventanilla, and the respectful wildlife encounter all met your expectations, as well as the lunch stop to nicely round off the day. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us, and we’re very happy you enjoyed discovering this natural side of the Huatulco region. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure in the future. The Paraiso Huatulco Team.

Amazing Guide and Lagoon, but Itinerary Omissions Were Disappointing

Chetana_D, Dec 2025

I have mixed feelings about this tour. On the positive side, our tour guide was a very sweet, helpful person who spoke excellent English, making the day much smoother for us. The visit to Ventanilla Lagoon was absolutely superb and a fantastic highlight; it is truly a must-visit spot in the region. We also enjoyed the visit to the cosmetic factory, which was a nice addition. However, the tour did not strictly follow the advertised itinerary. We specifically chose this booking because it promised an early start to reach the lagoon first, but this was not the case. Most disappointingly, we completely missed the coffee ,mezcal and chocolate tastings mentioned in the itinerary. Since coffee is so famous in this region, I would have much preferred that over other stops. Additionally, the stops at Mazunte and Puerto Angel beach were much shorter than mentioned in the itinerary. We felt okay with this as the beach itself was not that great, but it is worth noting for others that the timing was not as described.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Dear Chetana, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re pleased to know you enjoyed Ventanilla Lagoon and that it was a highlight of the day, as well as the care and professionalism of our guide. On eco excursions like this one, timing and the order of visits are flexible and depend on group dynamics, weather, and local conditions. This is especially important during peak season, as it is now, when careful planning by the guide is essential to avoid crowded sites and to choose the best moment to visit Ventanilla Lagoon, maximizing wildlife sightings such as birds and crocodiles. Regarding the itinerary, we appreciate your comments about the tastings and time spent at certain stops. Your feedback is very valuable and helps us continue improving clarity and expectations for future travelers. Thank you for choosing to travel with us, and we hope to welcome you again on another experience along the Oaxaca coast. The Paraiso Huatulco Team

Great Oaxaca coast tour

Tal_F, Dec 2025

We had a wonderful tour at the Oaxaca coast with Edgar. We got to see many of the beaches along the coast abd also see the animal diversity there. Edgar was a fantastic guide abd really wanted us to enjoy the tour abd did everything he could so we are pleased

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you for your kind review, Tal! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed exploring the Oaxaca coast and its wildlife diversity. Edgar will be delighted to know his dedication made your experience so enjoyable. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and hope to welcome you again soon. The Paraiso Huatulco Team.

What a fun day!

Terra_M, Dec 2025

What an amazing day! From the communication with the tour operator to the trip back home, we couldn't have asked for a better experience. It was informative, fun, adventurous and relaxing all in one. I highly recommend this tour!

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words, Terra! We’re delighted to hear you had such a fun and well-rounded experience, from communication to the journey back home. Your recommendation truly means a lot to our team. We hope to welcome you again soon in Oaxaca coast! — The Paraiso Huatulco Team.

Crocodiles, iguanas and a gentleman

Manuela_E, Aug 2025

Wildlife Eco Tour on the coast of Oaxaca… it’s a “not to miss” adventure. It can give a nice cut of the reality beyond tourism and how people here want to preserve the status quo. We went in contact with the association that is working on the preservation of mangroves. Our guide Jahaziel drove us to Ventanilla (reserve place) and we could see iguana and crocodiles. Then we did a mezcal tasting… and why not ? Adding even an eye cleanse… with the promise I would have regained sight 🤥 🤣 stops with bath in Mazunte, Zipolite and finally in Puerto Angel … we had a such great lunch in front of the see… I was enjoying the food so much that I could not think to take pictures … The day flew by. Amazingly. A great way to end my Mexican holiday… And why not an example of chivalry… Jahaziel, walked me to the door of my hotel since the street was dark… what an example … Thank you for the great day

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you so much, Manuel, for your wonderful and detailed review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Wildlife Eco Tour and that Jahaziel made your day both fun and memorable. Visiting Ventanilla, learning about mangrove preservation, spotting crocodiles and iguanas, tasting mezcal, and relaxing in Mazunte, Zipolite, and Puerto Ángel truly makes for a unique adventure — we’re so glad you experienced it all! We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Jahaziel; he’ll be thrilled to know he made such a positive impression with his hospitality and care. It was a pleasure to be part of your holiday in Mexico, and we hope to welcome you back again soon for more unforgettable experiences. 🌞🌊 Saludos Cordiales.

Good tour. Heaps of crocodiles!

Will_B, Aug 2025

Good tour, seeing crocodiles was amazing and the highlight of the tour. Some beautiful beaches but some stops were quite short, only 15/20 mins. Lovely beaches but it meant lots of stop/start. Also no English speaking guide despite saying there was

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Dear Will, Thank you very much for sharing your feedback with us. We are glad to know that you enjoyed the tour, especially the experience of seeing the crocodiles and the beauty of the beaches. We also appreciate your comments about the short duration of some stops and the absence of an English-speaking guide. We sincerely apologize for not meeting your expectations in these areas. Your observations are very valuable and will help us improve the logistics and ensure we better communicate about language availability in the future. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again and provide you with an even better experience next time. Warm regards,

Our driver was very...

klondikevictoryfarm, Jan 2025

Our driver was very informative and came along for the mangrove/crocodile tour as well as the turtle release. He translated for us and took pictures of the turtle release. It was a great day!

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Hola, Thank you for your kind review! We’re thrilled you had a great experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another unforgettable adventure. Best regards

Boat to the beaches

Tunisia_B, Sep 2024

Super beautiful and relaxing trip! Seeing crocs that close and the beach hopping was amazing! Def recommend!!!

Response from Host, Sep 2024

Hola Tunisia, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the trip and found it both beautiful and relaxing. It truly is incredible to see crocodiles up close, and we’re glad you had such an amazing time beach hopping. Your recommendation means a lot to us! We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience soon. 🌟🦎🏖️

Best Driver and Cool Tour!

Alyssa_S, Jul 2024

Our Driver George was so kind and amazing. He took us to about 5-6 different locations including the eco wildlife tour. However, once you get to the wildlife tour, the driver hands you off to their spanish speaking tour guides. They did not want to speak english. The crocodiles and the whole experience was AMAZING other than not being able to hear anything in english. Other tour locals were kind enough to translate for us since the boat / eco men would not.

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Hola Alyssa, Thank you for your kind review. In this area, few people speak English, but we appreciate your understanding. We invite you to return for more amazing adventures! Best regards

Definitely worth doing

Gail_M, Jan 2024

Great places to stop and see. Mangrove boar ride very interesting and beautiful beaches. Excellent lunch stop in Peurto Angel. Lots of information provided in Spanish and English.

Wonderful Day

Alison_B, Jan 2024

Armando was an excellent guide and far exceeded my expectations for this trip. Bring bug spray as you'll need it for the boat cruise.

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Hola Alison, Thank you for your positive feedback! We're delighted to hear that Armando exceeded your expectations. Your tip about bug spray for the boat cruise is much appreciated. We hope you had an amazing trip and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

So much fun!!!

Sue_E, Jan 2023

I had so much fun on this tour! The crocodiles were incredible and I learned so much! Roger was the best guide ever making sure I understood everything in English and making the day awesome!