 Out and About
Iglesia de Guadalupe: The ceiling in this church is covered with a large painting of Mexico’s Virgin Guadalupe.
La Crucecita: This small town, off of Highway 200, resembles a traditional Mexican village. Inexpensive restaurants, shops, stores, a church, the main plaza and an ice cream store can be found here. Shopping
The best shopping in Hualtuco can be found along the Santa Cruz Bay and in Crucecita. The Santa Cruz Market, which is open from 10am until 8pm, as well as the Crucecita Market sell items such as souvenirs, embroidered dresses and shirts, as well as pottery made from dark clay that is indigenous to the Oaxaca area.
In Crucecita, the Paradise Shop sells resort and beach wear, some of which comes from India and Bali.
The Museo de Artesanias Oaxaquenas, which is not a museum but a store, has artists demonstrating how they make the woven tablecloths, tinware, rugs, and pottery as well as having these items for sale. It’s recommended that you avoid going at noon, as that’s when the artists take their breaks.
You can find fresh fruits and vegetables, souvenirs, sandals, postcards, and gifts at the Mercado Municipal. Sports and Exercise
Beaches: Huatulco has nine bays that encompass 36 beaches. Only two of the bays are developed but paved roads give access to the other seven. Swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, scuba diving, boat tours, fishing, surfing, and sunbathing are some of the activities you can participate in.
River Rafting: Rafting down the Copalita River can be quite an experience. Huatulco Outfitters and Eco Aventuras are two companies that will take you down the majestic water-way.
Golf: The Tangolunda Golf Course, adjacent to Tangolunda Bay, offers an 18-hole course. Green fees may vary depending on how many holes you want to play, whether you take a golf cart, and even what time of the day you show up at.
Tours: Several operators offer boat, horse, or ATV tours. Cantera Tours offers an all-day boat tour of the bay. Glass bottom boats are available for rental to tour the Santa Cruz bay.
Bicycling: Mountain biking is popular in the Copalitilla Cascades area. Guided tours are offered at the locations where mountain bikes can be rented.
Fishing: Fishing is popular no matter what the season is. Dorado, tuna, sailfish, wahoo, blue marlin, yellowfish tuna, and even sharks are caught. Local fishermen fish all year-round, and might take you out in their pangas (small fiberglass boats) to try your hand.
Huatulco is a good place to fish because it is mainly sport fishing, not a fleet of commercial boats. It’s recommended you fish during the day due to oil tankers moving in the waters at night.
Scuba diving & Snorkeling: Most resort hotels have their own dive facilities, but some dive masters may not be certified. You can arrange tours, courses, and equipment rental at Action Sports Marina located at the Sheraton.
Other Activities: Rappelling, horseback riding and swimming is popular in the Copalitilla Cascades area.
Bars and Nightclubs
Huatulco has only a few nightclubs and discos and that’s where everybody goes. They are generally open until the early hours of the morning. For a quieter evening try the Ven Aca, a romantic piano bar and restaurant. Return to Top |
