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Top 15 Tours in Huatulco

34 tours  ·  from $25 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 tours in Huatulco worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Tour to Copalitilla Magical Waterfalls from Huatulco with admission included - The ride from Huatulco into the mountains
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Tour to Copalitilla Magical Waterfalls from Huatulco with admission included

1.Tour to Copalitilla Magical Waterfalls from Huatulco with admission included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 359 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $53Our pick

Travel from Huatulco into the mountains for Copalitilla’s jungle waterfalls, clear pools, caves, and swimming spots. Your bilingual guide, often Gustavo, Edgar, or Giovanni, leads the rocky route and helps with photos and safety. Air-conditioned transport, admission, coffee, and mezcal tastings are included. Bring water shoes, cash, and motion-sickness medicine if needed.

“Best adventure day!!! Edgar was FABULOUS. He made the day. Excellent driver. Excellent conversationalist. He physically lead and helped us through the falls. I really think he should be best employee. A few things to note- road is windy. If you have people in your party who get cat sick on roads- give them gravol. It’s a few hours up the mountains. (Stunning drive!) Longer if someone is sick as they slow right down!! bring water shoes. Or runners you can lace up tight and don’t mind getting wet. You will be soaked after the falls. Bring what you need to be comfortable after the swim! Bring cash. Lunch is…”

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Full Day Tour of the Bays of Huatulco - Starting at Santa Cruz Bay
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Full Day Tour of the Bays of Huatulco

2.Full Day Tour of the Bays of Huatulco

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 217 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $40

Start with pickup at 9 a.m. and cruise from Santa Cruz into Huatulco National Park. You’ll see dramatic coves, the Bufadero blowhole, Cacaluta, Chachacual, Maguey, and El Órgano, with time for snorkeling and seafood lunch. Guides such as Victor and Charlie are especially helpful, though English commentary can vary.

“This is a great experience if you want to see Hualtulco by sea and snorkel some of the bays. We also got to eat at Maguay beach. The food was passable but I would not pick the Camarones El Fuego again. The kids had papas fritas and my partner had the chicken. His dish was delicious. The drinks were large and tasty. We had piña coladas and the kids had limonada. During the boat ride we were able to see a humpback whale and her pup and a sea turtle. We saw many birds and fish, also.”

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Kayak Huatulco Sunrise - Pickup before dawn and the first safety briefing
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Kayak Huatulco Sunrise

3.Kayak Huatulco Sunrise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 166 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $60

Start before dawn with guides such as Ferguson, Heriberto, or Jimena, then paddle calm Pacific waters around Huatulco’s bays as the sun rises. You’ll stop for fresh fruit, coffee, juice, and warm bread on the beach, followed by snorkeling near Playa La Entrega. Kayaks, safety gear, snorkel equipment, photos, and dry storage are included.

“Great way to start the day and get a little bit of exercise as well. The guides were great and we had a wonderful experience from start to finish.”

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Ocean Eco Adventure with Marine Biologist Guides - What the marine biologists add
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Ocean Eco Adventure with Marine Biologist Guides

4.Ocean Eco Adventure with Marine Biologist Guides

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $83

Set out from Chahué Marina with a small crew led by bilingual marine biologists such as Peter, Isabel, Scarlett, or Tony. Search offshore for dolphins, turtles, rays, and seasonal humpback whales, then snorkel a quieter Huatulco National Park reef and cruise the famous bays. The boat holds up to 14 people and runs about 4.5 hours.

“Excellent guide and well paced !! Lots of whale, dolphin, and turtle sitings. A perfect and private spot for snorkelling. Highly recommend!!”

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Street Food Cooking Class - The ride to Zimatan and the 9:00 am pickup
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Street Food Cooking Class

5.Street Food Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $110

Travel from Huatulco to the village of Zimatan for a 3.5-hour Oaxacan cooking class led by Jane at Chiles & Chocolate. Make handmade tortillas, tacos, empanadas, fresh salsas, and hibiscus margaritas, then eat together and take home a recipe book. Pickup, lunch, drinks, and return transport are included.

“We enjoyed Jane’s class so much. Can’t wait to make homemade tortillas. We look forward to trying her restaurant as well”

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"Copalitilla" Waterfalls from Huatulco - Hiking through the jungle to the pools
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“Copalitilla” Waterfalls from Huatulco

6.“Copalitilla” Waterfalls from Huatulco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 124 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $56

Travel from Huatulco to Copalitilla Waterfalls in an air-conditioned vehicle, then hike through the jungle to clear pools and several falls. Guides such as Israel may explain the region and let you set the pace. Bring water shoes, pesos for fees and extras, and a waterproof phone case.

“Israel is a fantastic tour guide. Very friendly and very knowledgeable. A good guy to go to the waterfalls with.”

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Huatulco Walking Food Tour - Starting at Iglesia de la Crucecita
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Huatulco Walking Food Tour

7.Huatulco Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $75

Walk through La Crucecita with guides such as Jane, Giovanni, Ben, or Juanita, sampling at least seven local foods and drinks. Expect family-run eateries, street vendors, tamales, tacos, pozole, Oaxacan chocolate, mezcal, and stories about Huatulco’s food and culture. The tour starts and ends by Iglesia de la Crucecita.

“Excellent walking tour provided by Frances! It was great to experience samples of the Oaxacan food scene. Some stops were street vendors, and others were sit down restaurants. Walking distance isn’t far, we stayed within about a 5 block radius of the town square. I’d recommend to do this tour at the beginning of your trip to get your bearings of the town centre. Come hungry!”

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Huatulco Bahías Tour - Chachacual beach and the main snorkeling stop
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Huatulco Bahías Tour

8.Huatulco Bahías Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 95 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $50

Spend about seven hours touring Huatulco’s bays with hotel pickup, bilingual guides, drinks on board, snorkeling, and beach time. Guides such as Jose, Charlie, Roger, and Victor have been praised for clear explanations and friendly help. Bring pesos for park and port fees, chairs, snorkel gear, lunch, and tips.

“Lamby Tours provided a great experience! Driver Lamberto was on time and nice to chat with. The crew on the boat were very professional and always offering drinks. We were lucky to get to the snorkeling area earlier so it wasn't very busy. Had a lovely lunch as well. Truly a lovely way to see thr bays and beaches ⛱️”

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Huatulco: Private Transfer Airport - Hotels - A short ride into Huatulco
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Huatulco: Private Transfer Airport – Hotels

9.Private Transfer Airport – Hotels

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 93 reviews · 31 minutes (approx.)

Arrange a private, air-conditioned ride between Bahías de Huatulco International Airport and your hotel. A uniformed Paraíso Huatulco driver waits with your name on a sign, helps with luggage, and drives your group directly. The transfer takes about 31 minutes, costs $38 per group of up to 15, and includes insurance.

“Very professional driver was at the airport when we arrived and handled everything from pickup to drop off with care.”

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Traditional Mexican Cooking Class - Starting With Hibiscus Water and Local Ingredients
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Traditional Mexican Cooking Class

10.Traditional Mexican Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Alfredo leads a hands-on Mexican cooking class near Playa La Bocana in Huatulco. You will make tortillas, sopes, salsas, and huitlacoche empanadas, learn about local food traditions, share the meal with margaritas, and receive recipes by email. Hotel pickup and return are included.

“Super morning learning Mexican cooking techniques and being introduced to new ingredients then sitting down with a lovely group of people to chat and share the delicious fruits of our labour. Thanks greatly to chef Alfredo!”

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Transfer Huatulco Airport to Huatulco Hotels - What the Drivers Add Along the Way
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Transfer Huatulco Airport to Huatulco Hotels

11.Transfer Huatulco Airport to Huatulco Hotels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 25 minutes (approx.) · from $25Best value

Arrange a private airport ride to hotels in urban Huatulco with a bilingual certified operator. Look for a name sign outside the airport, luggage help, an air-conditioned vehicle, and useful local tips from drivers such as Lamberto, Miguel, Gustavo, or Neff. The ride takes about 25 minutes.

“on-time, prompt and organized. clean vehicle, appropriate sized. drivers all speak good English. great communication with the transport team.”

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Canyoning in the Oaxacan Coast Canyons - Leaving Huatulco for the river canyon
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Canyoning in the Oaxacan Coast Canyons

12.Canyoning in the Oaxacan Coast Canyons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $100

From Huatulco, guide Christian leads a small-group canyoning trip through a rocky river canyon about 40 minutes away. You will walk, scramble, swim, and possibly jump or rappel, depending on water levels. Equipment, hotel pickup, lunch, water, and beer are included. Dry-season conditions can mean more hiking and less floating.

“Cristian took such perfect care of us. I felt safe but still very adventuresome and it was a once in a lifetime solo ride down the river! Fantastic fun!”

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Guided Visit to Huatulco with Pickup Included - The Church of Guadalupe in La Crucecita
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Guided Visit to Huatulco with Pickup Included

13.Guided Visit to Huatulco with Pickup Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $35

Start at 5:00 pm with hotel pickup and explore Huatulco’s key viewpoints, including El Faro and Punta de Santa Cruz. Visit the Church of Guadalupe in La Crucecita, then taste mezcal, mole, chocolate, coffee, quesillo, and grasshoppers before browsing local textiles and silverwork. Guides may include Gabriel, Kevin, or Alberto Santos.

“Gabriel is very good guide, the activity makes it very enjoyable and the places where it takes you all are very friendly. If you want something to know the city without walking much, with key points. This is your tourAuto-translated”

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Huatulco's Mountain Waterfalls - Ninety minutes at Cascadas Mágicas de Copalitilla
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Huatulco’s Mountain Waterfalls

14.Huatulco’s Mountain Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $42

Travel from Huatulco into the Sierra Madre del Sur by air-conditioned vehicle, then walk along a river to the Cascadas Mágicas de Copalitilla. You can swim in waterfall pools, visit a mountain coffee farm, and eat a traditional Oaxacan meal. Guides such as Fabian and Armando are praised for safety, English, and good humor.

“We loved this tour! The waterfalls are beautiful to look at but also to swim in. Afterwards you get to visit a small farming community for a really tasty lunch and sample coffee and chocolates. Highly recommend if you’re visiting Huatulco.”

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Huatulco Airport: Round-Trip Transfer to Huatulco Hotels - The Return Leg: Hotel Back to the Airport
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Huatulco Airport: Round-Trip Transfer to Huatulco Hotels

15.Huatulco Airport: Round-Trip Transfer to Huatulco Hotels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.)

You get a private, air-conditioned round-trip ride between Bahías de Huatulco International Airport and your Huatulco hotel. A driver meets you at the airport, handles the local traffic, and returns you to the airport at the end of your stay. The service is for groups of up to 10.

“Prompt pick up as promised. Clean, reliable transportation. Friendly service! Got us to destination safely and spoke very good English. Pointed out hi lights on our drive.”

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