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| A stay in Huatulco is not complete
without a boat tour of the surrounding bays. Their pristine condition
evokes dreams of a tropical paradise for both purists and developers
alike. The trip can take several hours to a whole day. Contact
Servicios Turisticos del Sur (Ph: 958/7-012-44), Turismo
Tangolunda (Ph: 958/1-00-00) or The Sheraton at Tangolunda
Bay (Ph: 958/1-0055, ext. 788). The Copalita River is also reached
by boat, a journey full of exotic trees, dunes, bird sanctuary and
lunch at a fisherman's village. Contact Copalita River Tours
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| The waters off Huatulco are teeming
with flying fish, tuna, dorado and the regional barrilete. Most
hotels as well as the marinas of Canta Cruz and Tangolunda Bay offer
excursions of various levels. Contact The Sheraton at Tangolunda
Bay (Ph: 958/1-0055, ext. 788), Huatulco Tours (Ph: 958/1-00-44
ext. 3050), or Cooperativa Tangolunda (Ph: 958/7-00-81).
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Scuba
Diving and Snorkeling
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| The quieter bays are defined by breathtaking
underwater scenery, coral reefs and vibrant, colorful fish. All
levels of expertise are accommodated at Scuba Dolphing (Ph:
958/1-00-44) and Marina Bahias de Huatulco (Ph: 958/1-0055,
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Puerto
Escondido
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| To the surfing savvy, Zicatela Beach
is one of the top ten surfing beaches in the world. The town's annual
fiesta, held in November, coincides with a 10 day international
championship. |
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| Turismo Rodimar Travel Agency
(Ph: 958/2-07-34), beside offering every possible water-related
excursion, also organizes an exceptional horseback ride to the Atotonilco
Hotsprings, complete with swims in the area's thermal springs and
cooler river. |
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