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Turtle Release Escobilla Sanctuary and crocs in Ventanilla
4.9
39 Ratings
Mazunte
With ecotourism, there’s an equivalence in the interaction between locals and tourists while exploring natural resources. When you book this tour, you’re helping preserve these natural habitats and supporting the neighbourhood community.
With ecotourism, there’s an equivalence in the interaction between locals and tourists while exploring natural resources. When you book this tour, you’re helping preserve these natural habitats and supporting the neighbourhood community.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Santuario La Escobilla - La Escobilla es conocido como “El Santuario de las Tortugas” debido a la gran cantidad de tortugas que llegan a esta costa oaxaqueña durante todo el año. Es el centro de anidación de tortugas marinas más importante de México en términos numéricos y uno de los más significativos a nivel mundial. Esta playa tiene…
- Santuario La Escobilla - La Escobilla es conocido como “El Santuario de las Tortugas” debido a la gran cantidad de tortugas que llegan a esta costa oaxaqueña durante todo el año. Es el centro de anidación de tortugas marinas más importante de México en términos numéricos y uno de los más significativos a nivel mundial. Esta playa tiene aproximadamente 25 kilómetros de longitud y se encuentra en el municipio de Santa María Tonameca, Oaxaca.
- Laguna Ventanilla - Es importante tener en cuenta que tanto los manglares como las selvas son algunos de los ecosistemas más complejos y productivos del planeta. Aquí habitan y anidan diversas especies de reptiles y aves, como el pájaro carpintero, martín pescador, pato buzo y una gran variedad de garzas, cocodrilos e iguanas, muchas de ellas en peligro de extinción. Además de ser grandes productores primarios de energía y oxígeno, los manglares contribuyen a la ecología global al prevenir la erosión de la línea costera, facilitando la formación de suelo y el establecimiento de vegetación. También ayudan a regular las fluctuaciones de temperatura y humedad, proporcionando hábitat a una amplia variedad de vida terrestre y acuática.

What's Included
- Expert bilingual guide
- Comfortable air-conditioned vehicles
- Expert bilingual guide
- Comfortable air-conditioned vehicles
What's Not Included
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Admission fees
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Admission fees
Additional Information
- Bring hat, sunblock, repellent, sunglasses, bottle of water, sand shoes and cash.
- Please note: From August to early November, turtle sightings are rare as it’s outside nesting season. While we maintain our conservation efforts year-round, releases during these months depend entirely on wild turtle arrivals—nature’s schedule!
- Bring hat, sunblock, repellent, sunglasses, bottle of water, sand shoes and cash.
- Please note: From August to early November, turtle sightings are rare as it’s outside nesting season. While we maintain our conservation efforts year-round, releases during these months depend entirely on wild turtle arrivals—nature’s schedule!
Location
Santuario La Escobilla
Playa La Escobilla
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(39 Ratings)
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Samantha
Dec 28, 2025
Bucket list experience go with tour for better safety - This was an expensive trip but knowing about the conservation efforts associated with these ecotourism businesses made it worth it. Our tour guide Jose was fantastic, and so pleasant and calm. We saw crocodiles, whales and participating in the baby turtle release is a once in a life time opportunity. We left after the sunset which was so beautiful over the Pacific Ocean.
I would recommend going with a tour guide as in the village you get harassed by groups of young boy teens demanding pesos and this was the only time I felt unsafe in the Huatulco area. In addition the road trip has a lot of construction and Jose was a superb driver all the more reason to go with tour van.
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Margaret_w
Nov 5, 2025
We were staying at the... - We were staying at the Barceló resort. The drive was very long but going there was fantastic so just be aware of the travel time
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Sean_m
Oct 23, 2025
Way better than I could’ve imagined! - Luis was prompt and very knowledgeable. He kindly translated everything for us in to English. We had no idea that the trip would include a boat ride and island tour that included up close encounters with the animals. Lunch was amazing and the turtle release was very special. I wish I could’ve spent more time playing with them, but we barely made before the sunset. All in all it was a very fun and enjoyable day!
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N8376krfedericog
Aug 27, 2025
An unforgettable experience - It's a good price for what you get to do. It looks and does everything from boating to see crocodiles, to feeding deer and of course, releasing turtles.
It is advisable to carry a lot of cash, as they do not accept card when booking
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Stacey_m
Jul 31, 2025
Great guide! My... - Great guide! My friend/travel companion was not able to keep up with the walking. Our guide was very accommodating and helpful!
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Nancyao6053ua
Jul 7, 2025
You can't miss this beautiful experience! - What this place does in terms of caring for turtles is inspiring, and being able to participate in it was the best! It is a tender and exciting experience.
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Danielaf973
Jul 3, 2025
Release - The experience of seeing the turtle releases, the color of the sand, the explanation of why the guide and the monitors were amazing.
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Bowdlerperez
May 19, 2025
Amazing tour! - An incredible experience! We loved seeing the crocodiles, white tail deer, and turtles in their natural habitat. The turtle release was even better than we imagined. I appreciate the structure of the tour to support and benefit locally-owned ecotourism.
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Ashok_m
Apr 7, 2025
Fun turtle release - Great half day to see the crocodiles and then release baby turtles.
Will recommend it to anyone in this area
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Lisa
Mar 20, 2025
Very special afternoon - Our guide Jose was very friendly and knowledgeable and drove us safely to our destination and back. The lagoon experience was stunning and very up close and personal with the crocodiles. Our baby turtles were adorable.
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