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Spend a long coastal day from Bahías de Huatulco to Puerto Escondido: release olive ridley hatchlings, ride horses to a sunset beach, then glide through Manialtepec Lagoon under a living, glowing water. Practical details help you plan for a full 12‑hour outing.
Spend a long coastal day from Bahías de Huatulco to Puerto Escondido: release olive ridley hatchlings, ride horses to a sunset beach, then glide through Manialtepec Lagoon under a living, glowing water. Practical details help you plan for a full 12‑hour outing.
The day begins on a coastal road from Bahías de Huatulco and slows into the raw, bright rhythm of the Oaxacan coast. Salt air pushes through the open windows as you arrive at La Escobilla, where low dunes and a wide beach set the stage for the turtle release—thousands of olive ridley hatchlings make their first run to the ocean, a small stamped footfall against a long geological coastline.
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Operated by Lamby Tours Huatulco · Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca
The day begins on a coastal road from Bahías de Huatulco and slows into the raw, bright rhythm of the Oaxacan coast. Salt air pushes through the open windows as you arrive at La Escobilla, where low dunes and a wide beach set the stage for the turtle release—thousands of olive ridley hatchlings make their first run to the ocean, a small stamped footfall against a long geological coastline.
La Escobilla’s flat, sandy shore is a recent product of river sediment and Pacific tides; local community groups manage nests here and explain the life cycle of the turtles. From there the route folds inland to San José Manialtepec: clay trails, cattle fields and shallow fords lead to a small stable where horses wait. The one-hour ride follows crop edges and rivers, then opens onto the shoreline for a sunset that slides quickly into pink and gold.
After nightfall you board a boat on Laguna de Manialtepec. The dark water is not passive—the bioluminescent plankton flash where the hull or oars disturb them, daring you to dip a hand and stir the stars at your fingertips.
Practical guidance: wear closed-toe shoes for the horse section, bring a headlamp for the return walk to the dock, and expect a long day—transport covers the route but meals are usually not included. Respect local guides and turtle volunteers: avoid bright lights around nests, follow instructions when handling hatchlings, and time your visit around the new moon for the strongest lagoon glow.
easy.
12 hours.
Light to moderate—able to mount/dismount a horse, sit for extended periods, and walk short sandy or muddy sections
The full excursion is approximately 12 hours; pick-up and return to hotels are included and the tour typically ends around midnight.
No—meals are usually not included; there will be time to eat during the shore stop, so bring cash or a packed meal if you prefer.
Yes—rides are guided and passable for beginners, though riders should be able to mount and sit comfortably for about an hour.
Yes—children can participate but minors are often accompanied by an adult on the same horse and must follow all handling rules set by guides.
Coastal Oaxacan communities have long depended on fishing and small-scale agriculture; local conservation groups have partnered with residents for decades to protect turtle nesting grounds.
Tours support local nest-protection programs—avoid bright lights, follow guide instructions, and consider donating to community-run conservation efforts.
Lamby Tours Huatulco operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The day begins on a coastal road from Bahías de Huatulco and slows into the raw, bright rhythm of the Oaxacan coast. Salt air pushes through the open windows as you arrive at La Escobilla, where low dunes and a wide beach set the stage for the turtle release—thousands of olive ridley hatchlings make their first run to the ocean, a small stamped footfall against a long geological coastline.
The day begins on a coastal road from Bahías de Huatulco and slows into the raw, bright rhythm of the Oaxacan coast. Salt air pushes through the open windows as you arrive at La Escobilla, where low dunes and a wide beach set the stage for the turtle release—thousands of olive ridley hatchlings make their first run to the ocean, a small stamped footfall against a long geological coastline.
La Escobilla’s flat, sandy shore is a recent product of river sediment and Pacific tides; local community groups manage nests here and explain the life cycle of the turtles. From there the route folds inland to San José Manialtepec: clay trails, cattle fields and shallow fords lead to a small stable where horses wait. The one-hour ride follows crop edges and rivers, then opens onto the shoreline for a sunset that slides quickly into pink and gold.
After nightfall you board a boat on Laguna de Manialtepec. The dark water is not passive—the bioluminescent plankton flash where the hull or oars disturb them, daring you to dip a hand and stir the stars at your fingertips.
Practical guidance: wear closed-toe shoes for the horse section, bring a headlamp for the return walk to the dock, and expect a long day—transport covers the route but meals are usually not included. Respect local guides and turtle volunteers: avoid bright lights around nests, follow instructions when handling hatchlings, and time your visit around the new moon for the strongest lagoon glow.