Turtle Release Escobilla Sanctuary and crocs in Ventanilla.

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Itinerario

1. La Escobilla es “El Santuario de las Tortugas” debido a la gran cantidad de tortugas que arriban a esta costa oaxaqueña, durante todo el año; es el centro de anidación de tortuga marina más importante de México desde el punto de vista numérico y uno de los más importantes a nivel mundial. Esta playa mide aproximadamente 25 kilómetros de extensión y se ubica en el municipio de Santa María Tonameca, Oaxaca

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2. Debemos considerar que tanto los manglares como las selvas son los ecosistemas más complejos y productivos del planeta. Aquí anidan y viven diferentes especies de reptiles y aves, tales como el pájaro carpintero, martín pescador, pato buzo y una inmensa 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 evitar la erosión en la línea costera, facilitando así la formación de suelo y el establecimiento de la vegetación; además, ayuda a regular las fluctuaciones de temperatura y humedad, proveyendo hábitat a una gran variedad de vida terrestre y acuática.

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Cancellazione

Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima dell’inizio, con rimborso totale.

Recensioni

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• 5Turtle Release

  We had an absolutely wonderful time on this tour! Our guide, Archy, was knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly passionate about the local wildlife and ecosystem, making the experience both fun and educational for the whole family. We got to see crocodiles, iguanas, birds, and deer along the way, which was a great start to the adventure. The highlight, though, was watching sea turtles come ashore to lay their eggs, and then getting to release baby turtles into the ocean ourselves — an absolutely unforgettable and moving experience. Archy made sure everyone felt safe while still getting great views and photo opportunities, and his storytelling and local knowledge added so much richness to the excursion. We’d highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area — it was easily one of the best parts of our vacation!

  tobye313agosto 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Turtle release is a must-do

  While the ecotourism location was a 1.5 hour drive from Huatulco it was worth the time on the road. The boat ride on the lagoon to see the crocs was exciting and we had an up close encounter with a couple of them. It wasn’t just the kids on the boat who were excited! I have snorkelled many times with turtles in Hawaii and even have a tattoo of one, inked in Maui. Because of this affinity with them, releasing the baby turtles at sunset on Ventamilla beach was a highlight for me. Everyone is given their own turtle to release into the ocean. Our guide from Paraiso Huatulco was awesome and took care of us extremely well. I highly recommend this tour. Come prepared for a long, hot day (stay hydrated) and enjoy supporting this wildlife sanctuary.

  pattya54marzo 2026via Tripadvisor

• 4A day with the crocs and the turtles

  It's a long ride out to the croc and turtle sanctuary. Our driver, who was very knowledgeable we learned later, did not speak to the 7 of us in the vehicle on the way in and back. Be prepared for about 1.5 h each way, with some of the highway a dirt road. The crocs and the island sanctuary were really well done. We saw many crocs, fed mule deers and saw the most delightful spider monkey named Yupi who lived alone in his enclosure and who desperately could use a friend. He seemed starved for social contact. The turtle release was on Ventimillia Beach. There was a covered area on the beach where eggs are hatched. We released baby turtles and watched them struggle to get to the water. Be prepared that the seabirds are hungry and we were very shocked when one turtle was swooped up and carried away. Prepare your young kids for the potential sight. Our grandson was quite traumatized by it. Overall, we were glad we went. Victor our driver was very friendly and did a great job answering our questions. Be aware that the trip cost does not include the admission prices for both sanctuaries which were 550MX per person.

  Liana_Rmarzo 2026via Viator

• 1Subpar customer service. Not trustworthy

  I canceled my tour the night before and requested a credit for future use. They not only denied this but kept all my money. I tried to talk to them and they were very rude. The customer service is subpar. Operating as this people do is bad business practice. I don’t recommend and or support a business with such low ethical and professional standards.

  CocoMariaCfebbraio 2026via Tripadvisor

• 1Disappointed and disgusted with SCAM

  Terrible!!! This trip was for my 10 year old autistic Son whom loves turtles and crocodiles, we were all excited to learn more about the sanctuary and the animals, I was sent a message to meet at the lobby for 1:30 and when the tour bus didn’t show up, I contacted the tour company and the lady informed me that we were supposed to be in the lobby for 1:00, I was sent a message in the morning to be there for 1:30. Then she informed me that there was no other tours and that it was my fault I argued that was not true and she HUNG UP on me, we spoke to the resort’s concierge and he kindly called to speak to the company regarding our situation and that same lady hung up on him!! I put a complaint in with Trip Advisor and within half an hour, I was sent an email saying I would not get a refund after a thorough investigation I was not going to get a refund because the tour company didn’t approve the refund?!?! What a SCAM - my first experience with Trip Advisor and I will NEVER again book with them

  O3856VAmichelleafebbraio 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Educational

  Knowledgeable and friendly guide. Road construction currently so beware the road is windy and bumpy/rocky in sections. Took 1 hour 20 mins each way from Santa Cruz Bay.

  cassieo173gennaio 2026via Tripadvisor

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How it compares in Huatulco

• Its from-price is 52% below the median of the 226 experiences we list in Huatulco.
• It is longer than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 20 of 226.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Huatulco

Huatulco is a Pacific resort area on Oaxaca's coast, a string of nine bays with sheltered beaches, coral reefs and dry forest, with coffee hills behind.

Huatulco is a planned resort on the Pacific coast of Oaxaca, developed from the 1980s along a series of nine bays with sheltered beaches and clear water. Behind the coast lie the foothills of the Sierra Madre del Sur. Santa Cruz Bay, the main one, has a marina, a small waterfront of restaurants and a pier where cruise ships dock, while Tangolunda Bay is the resort and golf area.

Top-ranked sights in Huatulco: Huatulco National Park (Parque Nacional Huatulco), Maguey Bay (Bahía Maguey), Chachacual Bay.

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