Rent a car and discover Puerto Escondido

 

Puerto Escondido, located on the Mexican Pacific coast, stands as one of the most attractive beach destinations in the country. This coastal paradise captivates the hearts of travelers seeking a unique experience on the beaches of Puerto Escondido.

Located in Puerto Escondido Airport, MEX Rent a Car is your best option to rent a car in Oaxaca.

In Puerto Escondido, you'll find beautiful beaches, exquisite cuisine, and a wide variety of water sports. Here are some options to enjoy on your next trip.

 

Benito Juárez Market

Culture, aromas, and flavors await you at the Benito Juárez Market in Puerto Escondido. Oaxacan cuisine is well known worldwide for its unique flavors, history, and culture reflected in each dish.

At this market, you can discover ingredients from various towns along the Oaxacan coast, as well as fresh fruits and vegetables. Additionally, you can delight in a wide variety of artisanal products, including different types of mole.

Enjoy a morning tasting typical dishes such as tlayudas, atole, tamales, enchiladas, mole, quesillo, and even chapulines. Indulge in fresh and local ingredients.

 

Zicatela, Surfer's Paradise

For avid surfers and beach lovers, Playa Zicatela is a must-visit destination. Known for its powerful waves, this beach has gained fame among surfers from all around the world.

With beautiful ocean views and a special atmosphere, this beach is perfect for relaxing, sunbathing, and watching surfers in action.

The area surrounding Zicatela is well-known for its excellent nightlife. Stroll along the famous Adoquín street, where you'll find cafes and bars to enjoy a vibrant night out.

 

Playa Puerto Angelito

Perto Angelito is a beautiful beach with calm waters. Located 10 minutes by car from Playa Bacocho and 5 minutes from Playa Carrizalillo.

Here, you can practice snorkeling, swimming, or spend the day in hammocks basking in the sun.

Despite being a popular beach, tranquility prevails in Puerto Angelito. Here, you'll find restaurants, equipment rentals for snorkeling, and water transportation services to explore nearby beaches.

 

Mazunte, an Ecological Paradise

Just an hour's drive from Puerto Escondido, you'll find an ecological haven known for protecting and caring for sea turtles.

Visit the Mexican Turtle Center and learn more about the great efforts in sea turtle conservation.

Relax on pristine beaches and explore the charming village while enjoying the laid-back coastal ambiance and incredible sunsets. You can participate in turtle releases held between August and December.

 

Zipolite, Bohemian Coast in Oaxaca

A 15-minute drive from Mazunte will take you to Zipolite, a must-visit destination for those seeking a bohemian experience. Known as the only official nudist beach in Mexico, Zipolite beckons to the adventurous.

In this incredible town, you can also learn to fish, practice snorkeling, yoga, scuba diving, and surfing.

Stroll through Zipolite and enjoy its bohemian essence with the sounds of urban music. Spend the afternoon at one of its restaurants or bars and try Oaxacan typical food and drinks, such as tejate.

 

Manialtepec Lagoon

Oaxaca is a diverse and extensive territory that goes beyond the coast and its beaches. Just a 20-minute drive from Puerto Escondido, you'll find Manialtepec Lagoon, which means "place of lizards."

This mangrove ecosystem is very important for the local environment. Here, you can witness an incredible phenomenon, bioluminescence, where microorganisms emit light that illuminates the lagoon at night. To appreciate this phenomenon, a guided night tour is necessary.

Being a diverse ecosystem, you can see animals such as lizards, birds, crustaceans, and fishes. Enjoy Oaxaca's diversity and remember to follow the guides' instructions for your safety and to minimize the impact in these areas.

 

Traveling to Puerto Escondido will be a unique experience with its beaches, ambiance, and food. Rent a car at Puerto Escondido Airport, one of the fastest growing airports, and enjoy this experience.

 

If you rent with MEX Rent a Car, the following documents will be necessary to pick up your car rental vehicle.

• Valid Passport

• Valid driver's license

• Credit card with more than 1 year of use

The average price of car rental at MEX Rent a Car is around 500 pesos per day with basic insurance. You can choose from a wide variety of cars, from economical to 4x4.

For more details about our insurance options, click here, or contact us at +52 (33) 4624 2114. Our team is available 24/7 to help you with any information you need.