Native Trails MyTrails 2026 218 Oaxaca 49 Bioluminescence of Laguna Manialtepec Duration: 01:30 h · Level: Medium A boat tour on Laguna Manialtepec is a magical experience. As night falls, the water begins to glow— a natural phenomenon caused by bioluminescent dinoflagellates, tiny microorganisms that emit light. With every movement, millions of sparkling points illuminate the water, whether you dive in or simply touch the surface. Surrounded by lush mangroves, the lagoon radiates an almost fairytale-like atmosphere. A guided tour on the water offers an unforgettable natural spectacle, blending science and wonder in a truly unique way. 50 Visit to the Casa Wabi Art Foundation Duration: 02:00 h · Level: Easy More than an arts foundation, Casa Wabi is a creative retreat on the coast of Oaxaca. Founded as a non-profit organisation, it connects artists from around the world with the local community. Designed by Tadao Ando, the architecture features clean lines, raw materials and a harmonious integration into the landscape. Join us for a guided tour to discover the Casa Wabi; offering insights into the minimalist design, current exhibitions and the inspiring interplay between art, nature and community. 51 Visit to the cafeteria Origen Mágico Duration: 05:00 h · Level: Medium Learn all about the cultivation of coffee, as it is done in and around the coffee village of Pluma de Hidalgo – from the young plants to processing the coffee beans in the Cafetería Origen Mágico. Accompanied by coffee roaster Jaime Humberto Martínez Ayala, you explore one of the many highland fincas amidst the fascinating cloud forest. Shaded by the leafy canopy of giant subtropical trees, coffee plants thrive particularly well in the Pacific highlands. Following your tour is a degustation so you can try some of the best coffees from the highland plantations of Oaxaca (1,000 to 1,600 m [3,280 to 5,250 ft.]). The constant supply of humid air from the Pacific provides the region with an ideal climate for growing coffee. 52 Visit of the Copalita Eco-Archaeological Park Duration: 02:30 h · Level: Difficult The Parque Eco-Arqueológico Copalita, which was opened at the archaeological site of the same name in 2012, lies only some kilometers from the Bahías de Huatulco. Stroll along the Templo Mayor and the ball court through mangrove forests to reach the stony “Sacrifice Cliff,” a viewpoint from where you can see the Río Copalita flowing into the Pacific. Many different civilizations have populated Copalita in the course of the centuries, including Zoques, Mixtecs and Zapotecs. 53 Day trip to San Agustín Bay Duration: 07:00 h · Level: Medium This National Park Bahías de Huatulco boat tour departs from Santa Cruz Harbor, taking you along a breathtaking coastline with stunning bays and pristine sandy beaches. Along the way, you'll explore the idyllic Playa La Entrega, the secluded Bahía Órgano, and the unspoiled Bahía Chacahua, before reaching the turquoise waters of Playa La India. The largest bay, Bahía Cacaluta, was used as a filming location for Alfonso Cuarón’s Y tu mamá también. In one of the bays, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy fresh seafood at a local beach restaurant. Look forward to spectacular coastal landscapes and crystal-clear waters, perfect for swimming and snorkeling—with a bit of luck, you might even spot sea turtles, dolphins, or whales. 54 Boat Tour to Bahías Cacaluta & Maguey Duration: 03:00 h · Level: Medium At Muelle Santa Cruz, embark on an unforgettable boat tour through the stunning Bahías de Huatulco. The journey follows rugged coastlines, where the hills are covered in tropical dry forest, home to Guayacán trees, trumpet trees, and wild acacias. In Bahía Cacaluta, the crystal-clear waters invite you to swim and snorkel among vibrant angelfish, parrotfish, and butterflyfish darting around coral and rocky formations. The tour continues to Bahía Maguey, where you can dine at one of the many local beachside restaurants, enjoying fresh Ceviche de Pulpo or de Camarón, accompanied by hand-pressed tortillas – or simply unwind on the soft sandy beach with a refreshing Agua de Coco or a Margarita in hand.
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