Zipolite, Mazunte and San Agustinillo: Oaxaca's Tranquil South

Zipolite is a unique beach on the Pacific coast, where tranquility and nature take the spotlight.

The Zipolite community is cosmopolitan, with people from various nationalities living alongside locals.

Zipolite beach is a tourist destination for travelers seeking peace and the ocean. Many visitors come each season to enjoy their vacation. The beach has the charm of a Pacific coastal town with a laid-back, relaxed atmosphere reminiscent of the 60s hippie communities.

How to Get to Zipolite

Zipolite beach is located on the coast of the State of Oaxaca, 2 km from Puerto Ángel. To travel by bus from Puerto Escondido, Huatulco, or the city of Oaxaca, you must first get to Pochutla (where different roads converge). From Pochutla, there are shared taxis and minivans that will take you in a few minutes to Puerto Ángel, Zipolite, and other nearby beaches.

Zipolite Beach

Zipolite beach stretches over 1.5 km.

The sea is strong with large waves, ideal for surfing, but dangerous for swimming. The sun is intense throughout most of the year.

In Zipolite, you can take boat tours to observe marine life (turtles, dolphins, whales). There are also fishing tours and surf schools available.

Zipolite is an official nudist beach, although it is not mandatory to bathe without clothes.

Where to Eat and Stay in Zipolite

Due to its cosmopolitan nature, Zipolite offers a variety of restaurants, highlighting local food, fish, seafood, Italian cuisine, pizzas, and bakeries.

The range of accommodations is also diverse. Most of them are located on the beach and offer hammocks and umbrellas. Zipolite has hotels, hostels, and cabins.

Accommodations and restaurants are generally more affordable than in other destinations.

Places to Visit

Just a few kilometers from Zipolite, you will find other beaches such as San Agustinillo and Mazunte, where the Mexican Turtle Center is located.