Beaches

Right in the center of Puerto, you can find the appropriately named Playa Principal, which is particularly popular with locals, especially fishermen. While surfers should look elsewhere, if you want to try your hand at bodyboarding or just a gentle swim, Playa Principal offers the ideal conditions to do so. Although you might not be blessed with powder-perfect, bleached white sand, you’ll find that the familial atmosphere here is second to none, and the lancha (speedboat) connections with other beaches in the zone makes it incredibly convenient.

Situated just down from Playa Zicatela, at the southeast end of the stretch of sand, is La Punta. If you want all the atmosphere of Zicatela but with waves safer for newbies, this is the beach for you. Aside from surf beginners, classes, and bodyboarders, you’ll regularly see runners getting their exercise along this beach as the sand is compact and ideal for a quick jog. What’s more, this beach has the best crepes and chocolate croissants in Puerto Escondido.