Iglesia de Guadalupe: The ceiling in this church is covered with a large 
painting of Mexico’s Virgin Guadalupe.  

La Crucecita: This small town, off of Highway 200, resembles a traditional 
Mexican village.  Inexpensive restaurants, shops, stores, a church, the 
main plaza, even an ice cream store is located here.

WHERE TO EAT:

For an authentic Oaxacan meal, head to El Sabor de Oaxaca.  This 
popular restaurant is favored among locals and tourists.  Several 
specialties, the Mexican Grill, which comes with pork, beef, ribs 
and sausage, and the Oaxacan Grill, which includes a sampling of 
Oaxacan foods, and large breakfasts, are on the menu.  For a variety 
of seafood and international cuisine try the Don Porfirio.  Indoor or 
outdoor dining, on the covered patio, is enjoyed. The Restaurant de 
Dona Celia, actually named Avalos but known for the owner, is popular 
for it’s extensive menu, large portions, and it’s view of the Santa 
Cruz Bay.  Presidente Ernesto Zedillo has even stopped by for a meal.  
The restaurant located in the Sheraton hotel specializes in Italian 
dishes.  Floral arrangements and lit candles in the evening lend an 
air of romance to this restaurant.

Beaches: Huatulco has nine bays that encompass 36 beaches. Only two 
of the bays are developed but paved roads give access to the other seven. 
Swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, scuba diving, boat tours, fishing, 
surfing, and sunbathing are some of the activities you can participate 
in.

River Rafting: Rafting down the Copalita River can be quite an 
experience. Huatulco Outfitters and Eco Aventuras are two companies that 
will take you down the majestic river.

Golf: The Tangolunda Golf Course, adjacent to Tangolunda Bay, 
offers an 18-hole course. Green fees may vary depending on how many 
holes you want to play, whether you take a golf cart, and even what 
time of the day you show up at.

Tours: Several operators offer boat, horse, or ATV tours. Cantera 
Tours offers an all-day boat tour of the bay. Glass bottom boats are 
available for rental to tour the Santa Cruz bay.

Bicycling: Mountain biking is popular in the Copalitilla Cascades 
area. Guided tours are offered at the locations where mountain bikes can 
be rented.

Fishing: Fishing is popular no matter what the season is. Dorado, 
tuna, sailfish, wahoo, blue marlin, yellowfish tuna, and even sharks are 
caught. Local fishermen fish all year-round, and might take you out in their 
pangas (small fiberglass boats) to try your hand. Huatulco is a good place 
to fish because it is mainly sport fishing, not a fleet of commercial boats. 
It’s recommended you fish during the day due to oil tankers moving in the 
waters at night. 

Scuba diving & Snorkeling: Most resort hotels have their own 
dive facilities, but some dive masters may not be certified. You can 
arrange tours, courses, and equipment rental at Action Sports Marina 
located at the Sheraton.

Other Activities: Rappelling, horseback riding and swimming is 
popular in the Copalitilla Cascades area.

The best shopping in Hualtuco can be found along the Santa Cruz Bay 
and in Crucecita.  The Santa Cruz Market, which is open from 10am until 
8pm, as well as the Crucecita Market sell items such as souvenirs, 
embroidered dresses and shirts, as well as pottery made from dark clay 
that is indigenous to the Oaxacan area.  In Crucecita, the Paradise shop 
sells resort and beach wear, some of which comes from India and Bali.  
The Museo de Artesanias Oaxaquenas, which is not a museum but a store, 
has artists demonstrating how they make the woven tablecloths, tinware, 
rugs, and pottery as well as having these items for sale.  It’s 
recommended that you avoid going at noon, as that’s when the artists 
take their breaks.  You can find fresh fruits and vegetables, souvenirs, 
sandals, postcards, and gifts at the Mercado Municipal.