La Punta Zicatela
La Punta de Zicatela
A surfing village at the southern end of Zicatela, with a left-hand point break suitable for intermediate surfers, and a relaxed atmosphere of backpacker hostels, taco stands, and beach bars.
La Punta de Zicatela is the most popular base for young travelers in Puerto Escondido. It has many surf schools, and its waves are gentler than those of the main stretch of Zicatela, making it a good place to take lessons and progress. The neighborhood has yoga studios, cafés, and night market snacks, and the beach bars come alive with parties at night. It is about 4 kilometers from the city center and can be reached by taxi or on foot along the beach. Be careful on the way back at night, and try to travel in a group.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Playa Zicatela
- Playa Principal
- El Adoquín
- Puerto Angelito & Playa Manzanillo
- Playa Carrizalillo
- Playa Coral
- Playa Bacocho (Turtle Release)
- Laguna de Manialtepec