From Huatulco: Turtle Release & Bioluminescence

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Huatulco, Mexico

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9 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

*You support the natural ones by raising awareness of the importance of protecting the sea turtles of the Oaxacan Coast
*You support newborn turtles to release them into the sea
* You enjoy a spectacular landscape of the sun hiding in the sea
* You enjoy a night tour entering the one of Manialtepec where you will hear the sound of different insects
* You will visualize the phenomenon of Bioluminescence

Note: if you are staying in the Puerto Escondido area, the duration of the tour is approximately 5 hours.

What's Included

  • Entrance to the Manialtepec lagoon for a lagoon tour
  • Ticket to release turtles
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tips
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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We pick up at hotels, houses, villas, apartments located within the Bahías de Huatulco, if you are outside the Huatulco area we assign a meeting point.

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Santuario La Escobilla

Explore the surroundings of Huatulco helping nature, in this spectacular place we will learn about the work of volunteers who are in charge of protecting sea turtles that are in danger of extinction, we will visit a turtle camp where we will witness helping the turtles to release them to the sea to continue their life cycle, likewise we will enjoy a spectacular landscape of the sun hiding in the sea, they will have time to take photos. According to the conditions of nature, the camp to visit can be Escobilla or Palmarito. Note: if you are staying in Puerto Escondido we will be going to another turtle camp called Palmarito.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Playa Zicatela

We will enjoy a spectacular landscape of Zicatela beach, one of the main beaches of Puerto Escondido, where we will have time to take photos and contemplate the beautiful landscape.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Laguna Manialtepec

The next experience will be knowing the phenomenon of Bioluminescence, a night show where millions of dinoflagellate microorganisms generate brightness when in contact with water as if they were fireflies in the water; enjoy swimming in the warm waters of some of Manialtepec while your eyes delight in the glitter.Observation: It is recommended to bring a towel and a bathing suit to the tour since at this stop you will swim in the lagoon.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Q: Will I get seasick on From Huatulco: Turtle Release & Bioluminescence?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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What's Included

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  • Entrance to the Manialtepec lagoon for a lagoon tour
  • Ticket to release turtles
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bilingual Certificate Guide
  • Tips
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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