Ventanilla
Country: Mexico.

Description

On the coast of Oaxaca, bathed by the sea, one can glimpse a "tiny window" formed by the weathering of the rocks over centuries. This nature-made creation inspired the name of the small community, today known as "La Ventanilla" (small window) located in Oaxaca, México,10 miles from San Pedro Pochutla, between the coastal towns of Puerto Escondido and Huatulco.

The community is made up of 25 families committed to working towards maintaining mangrove life in the nearby lagoons and conserving their biodiversity. "Servicios Ecoturísticos La Ventanilla" offer various projects, all of which work with the principles of sustainable development, those of which help us to learn and live a life respecting and preserving nature.

Where is it

Ventanilla is located in Santa María Tonameca, Pochutla, in the state of Oaxaca, México.

Getting There

To arrive by car go in the direction of Puerto Escondido, Pochutla or Huatulco. Take highway 200 until San Antonio street upon arriving in Puerto Escondido. Go straight through the traffic light in the direction of Mazunte, continue straight for approximately 15 minutes until reaching the entrance to "Playa Ventanilla."

From México city, flights go directly to Huatulco or Puerto Escondido, alternatively, direct buses are available from the Taxqueña station to Pochutla or Puerto Escondido. Arriving at either of the locations, buses and taxis are available to reach Ventanilla Beach.

Where to Stay

There is a hostel (for 15 persons) and a cabin (for 5 people)

Costs

From $5 usd. to $30 usd. per night in the lodging facilities.
Trips through the mangrove $3 usd.

Best Time to Visit

The tours are available all year, if you'd like to participate in turtle related excursions we recommend that you come between August and October, the months in which the turtles lay their eggs on the beach

Activities

" Travel by canoe through the lagoon -exploring the mangrove swamp and observing many birds, iguanas, and crocodiles in their natural habitat.-
" Come visit the crocodile farm -where they raise crocodiles of many ages and sizes until they grow old enough to be released.
" Visit the nursery where we grown plants for reforestation.
" Ride horses along the beach or take an adventurous trek through the jungle.
" Relax under the sun and enjoy a delicious meal at "El Maíz Azul", the town's restaurant managed by women of the community
" Spend a night sleeping in tent under the stars or in their ecologically constructed hostel, all the while listening to the sounds of nature.

More information contact Bioplaneta through their e-mail: ecoturismo@bioplaneta.com or their website www.bioplaneta.com