Oaxaca Crocodile Sanctuary
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Port
Huatulco, Mexico
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Activity Level
Strenuous Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$110
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 6 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
This unforgettable encounter with nature is your chance to learn about the local ecology of Oaxaca and the important work being done here to protect it. The local community has implemented a conservation strategy to protect its wildlife -- especially the Mexican crocodile.
You will travel approximately 85 minutes through Oaxaca's beautiful landscapes to an indigenous community of Zapotec origin that is home to the Ventanilla Lagoon and crocodile sanctuary.
Take a boat ride through the mangrove lagoon, where you'll be able to easily observe several animal species in their natural habitat.
Back on land, set off on an approximately one-hour walk while your guide points out the wildlife and vegetation that populate the island and offers an explanation of the natural world around you.
Enjoy a light lunch of fresh quesadillas made in an open-air oven.
Walk approximately 30 minutes back to the boat to travel back to the mainland, returning to Huatulco and the pier.
Please note: Extensive walking in soft sand is required. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Bring insect repellent. Minimum age is 8 years. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed.