Puerto Escondido: Manialtepec Lagoon by Kayak
Overview
Early in the morning, the Manialtepec lagoon is full of life, birds and fishes are hungry
flying and jumping everywhere.
Fishermen cast their nets from their boats.
The climate is cool.
You will just listen to the cry of the birds, the lapping of the fresh lagoon water and the
rumble of the ocean coming from the other side of the sandbar.
flying and jumping everywhere.
Fishermen cast their nets from their boats.
The climate is cool.
You will just listen to the cry of the birds, the lapping of the fresh lagoon water and the
rumble of the ocean coming from the other side of the sandbar.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- kayaking instructor and bird watching guide.
- Kayak, safety jacket
- Civil liability insurance
What to expect
Itinerary
The village of "Las Negras" is located on the banks of the Manialtepec lagoon, just 20 minutes from Puerto Escondido. There, you will be shown a large map displaying your kayak tour options based on your skills and physical condition.
To start the tour at the Manialtepec River estuary, you will navigate about 6 kilometers by boat. Following your guide, you will enter a channel surrounded by dense vegetation that leads to the "Carnero, " a place where migratory birds nest. Here, you can observe wood storks, roseate spoonbills, cormorants, white ibises, crested caracaras, frigate birds, earwigs, plovers, and a variety of herons.
As you cross the fresh waters of the Manialtepec River, which fill the lagoon, you can enjoy a well-deserved rest on the beach of Puerto Soil. The return trip can be done partly in kayaks and partly in the boat, according to your preference.
End your tour by listening to the soothing sounds of the water and the birds. If you are interested, you can also savor some delicious local dishes.
Stop At:
• Laguna Manialtepec, Puerto Escondido Mexico
The village of "Las Negras" is located on the banks of the Manialtepec lagoon, just 20 minutes from Puerto Escondido. There, you will be shown a large map displaying your kayak tour options based on your skills and physical condition.
To start the tour at the Manialtepec River estuary, you will navigate about 6 kilometers by boat. Following your guide, you will enter a channel surrounded by dense vegetation that leads to the "Carnero, " a place where migratory birds nest. Here, you can observe wood storks, roseate spoonbills, cormorants, white ibises, crested caracaras, frigate birds, earwigs, plovers, and a variety of herons.
As you cross the fresh waters of the Manialtepec River, which fill the lagoon, you can enjoy a well-deserved rest on the beach of Puerto Soil. The return trip can be done partly in kayaks and partly in the boat, according to your preference.
End your tour by listening to the soothing sounds of the water and the birds. If you are interested, you can also savor some delicious local dishes.
Stop At:
• Laguna Manialtepec, Puerto Escondido Mexico
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- we accept children over 12 years old,
- The excursion requires a minimum of 4 people.
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- We follow the state of Oaxaca COVID-19 safety measures rules
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
428janettec
July 2023
Our guide and driver, Edmondo went the extra mile to make us feel comfortable and safe. I cannot recommend this surreal bird watching experience enough. The tranquility you feel is worth the early trip/ kayaking. Must see if you’re in the area!!
Our guide and driver, Edmondo went the extra mile to make us feel comfortable and safe. I cannot recommend this surreal bird watching experience enough. The tranquility you feel is worth the early trip/ kayaking. Must see if you’re in the area!!Janette_C
July 2023
The early morning boat ride to and from the lagoon. The sound of the different wildlife and everything in between!
The early morning boat ride to and from the lagoon. The sound of the different wildlife and everything in between!