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View Mexican Riviera & West Coast on the mapA resort port with nine bays and beautiful beaches

Huatulco

Huatulco · Mexico · View on map

A resort port on Mexico's Pacific coast in Oaxaca State. Known for the Huatulco Bays, made up of 9 bays and 36 beaches, it is popular for boat tours and snorkeling in exceptionally clear waters. Its beautiful coastline is supported by a strong focus on ecotourism.

From port to town

Not yet confirmed

Model plan 1 (Japanese)

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Huatulco · Map: Natural Earth (overview)

Port highlights

A resort town of about 50,000
Population
A tropical climate, warm year-round. The dry season (winter to spring) is comfortable, while summer to autumn is the rainy season.
Climate
Spanish (English is also understood in tourist areas)
Language
Mexican peso (MXN). US dollars are accepted in some places.
Currency
November to April (dry season with continuing clear skies)
Best time to visit
Local food
Oaxacan cuisine (mole, tamales)mezcalfresh seafood
Sights
Boat tour of 9 bays and beachesSnorkeling in Santa Cruz BayLa Crucecita plaza and marketCopalita River rafting and eco-tour
Monthly average high / low temperatures
32°
21°Jan
32°
21°Feb
33°
22°Mar
33°
23°Apr
34°
25°May
33°
24°Jun
33°
24°Jul
34°
24°Aug
33°
24°Sep
33°
23°Oct
34°
22°Nov
33°
21°Dec

Unit: °C · Calculated from NOAA GHCN-Daily station observations · Period: 1991–2020 · Station: PUERTO ANGEL OAX. · about 38.6 km from port · elevation difference about 41 m · Approximate (distant station) · Last checked: Oct 4, 2026 · A guide for choosing your travel month.

Local prices for travelers
More expensive than Tokyo
Compared with Tokyo, Japan (median of items)118 (Tokyo = 100)

Compared with Tokyo, beer is somewhat cheaper; coffee costs about the same; water, meals and a Big Mac are somewhat more expensive.

MX$13.50
Water 600 ml
MX$60.00
Coffee
MX$219.00
Inexpensive meal
MX$50.00
Local beer
MX$109.00
Big Mac

Prices in Huatulco. · Amounts in the recorded local currency. No currency conversion applied. · Last checked: Oct 2026 · Sources: Shop and menu prices · The Economist, Big Mac Index (CC BY 4.0)

Getting there from Japan

C — Two or more connections
Ease of access

Details being researched: Nearest airport, Airport to port (approx.)

Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative)

Itineraries calling here

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Sources

Source: Wikipedia “Huatulco” (CC BY-SA 4.0)

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