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Lagunas de Chacahua National Park

National park in Oaxaca, Mexico

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Overview

Lagunas de Chacahua National Park (Parque Nacional de Lagunas de Chacahua) is on the Pacific coast of the Oaxaca State in Mexico, about 54 km west of Puerto Escondido, near a village called Zapotalito. Chacahua is a small fishermen town and growing surf spot that attracts a few tourists looking for a laidback beach village.

Where to eat, drink and stay

Eat2 places

Restaurante BertithaM$100-250
Small family restaurant serving lovely Mexican dishes with a bigger selection for vegetarians and vegans. Open for breakfast and lunch.
Price
M$100-250
El puntoM$100-350
Beachfront restaurant serving good Mexican cuisine and international dishes. Open from breakfast to dinner.
Price
M$100-350

Sleep1 place

Cabañas Rojo AmanacerM$400-600
Family owned business having clean rooms with fan and bathrooms. Has a common fridge a possibility to ask to use for a bit their kitchen if needed. Rent surfboard as well
Price
M$400-600
Address
One of the first one on the beach close to village

Getting there and around

Getting there

By boat
By car
From Puerto Escondido you drive west on Highway 200 and take the exit for El Zapotalito from where you can take the boat.
By public transport
From the city you can take a collectivo going towards Rio grande and Santa Rosa de Lima and tell the driver you want to go to Chachua he will drop you off at the Zapotalito crossing (M$75) from where…

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Getting around

The main tourist village of Chacaua is small and walking is the only option - almost everything is located directly on the beach.

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Puerto Escondido International Airport

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UnderstandThe park encompasses , about 30 km² of which is taken by various lagoons such as the "Laguna de Chacahua", "Laguna de La Pastoria", "Laguna Las Salinas" and various smaller lagoons that are connected by narrow channels.

Get inTo get to the park and to the village of Chacahua you will have to take a small boat from El Zapotalito.

Fees and permits

Get aroundThe main tourist village of Chacaua is small and walking is the only option - almost everything is located directly on the beach.

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BuyThere is no ATM in Chacahua. Bring enough cash to cover all your needs.

Eat) and international classics (burgers, pizzas, pastas) with a few vegetarian and vegan options. Fish and seafood are available fresh and can be prepared in many varieties.

DrinkMost drinking occurs in the restaurants. There is not really a bar anywhere in town but you might find some locals drinking a few beers in front of some shops.

SleepThere are a lot of rooms for rent on the beach for around $M500 but price can be negotiated if staying for a few days. You can just walk around and ask to see the rooms before making your decision.

Stay safeThe village is really safe and walkikg around even at night should not be an issue.

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