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Mexico's chillest beach on Oaxacan coast
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About Zipolite
A remarkable destination worth exploring.
Best months to visit
January, February, March, April, November, December
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Weather by month
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Recommended
January
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
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February
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
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March
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
April
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
May
30C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
June
29C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
July
30C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
August
30C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
September
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
October
29C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
Recommended
November
29C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
December
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Zipolite has long drawn a free-spirited crowd to its mile of golden sand on the Oaxaca coast, Mexico's best-known nudist-friendly beach and a magnet for surfers, yogis and travellers seeking an alternative to the resort scene. The surf can be powerful and the undertow strong, but the laid-back beach bars and cliffside sunset views give it an enduring bohemian appeal.
Best areas to stay in Zipolite
Playa Zipolite
The main beach, with surf breaks, beach bars and a mix of budget cabanas and small hotels.
Playa del Amor
A small, more secluded cove reached by a short cliff path at the western end of the beach.
San Agustinillo
A neighbouring village with calmer water, a short walk along the coast.
Mazunte
The next village along, known for its turtle sanctuary and sunset viewpoint at Punta Cometa.
Getting to Zipolite
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Flights
Fly into Huatulco (HUX) or Puerto Escondido (PXM), then taxi or van around 1-1.5 hours.
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From London
~14-16 hours from London via Mexico City or Houston, plus the onward transfer.
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Getting around
The village is walkable; taxis or colectivos connect to neighbouring beach villages.
Frequently asked questions
Is Zipolite safe for swimming?
The beach has a notoriously strong undertow and rip currents, so swim with caution and stay close to where others are in the water.
Is Zipolite a nudist beach?
Part of the beach is informally nudist-friendly, particularly the western end, though it's not exclusively so along its full length.
How do I get to Zipolite?
Fly into Huatulco or Puerto Escondido, then taxi or shared van for around 1-1.5 hours.
What's nearby Zipolite?
The villages of Mazunte and San Agustinillo are a short walk or drive away, each with their own beach character.
When is the best time to visit?
November to April for drier weather; summer brings bigger, more consistent surf for experienced surfers.
Traveler reviews
★★★★☆
Strong surf so we mostly admired it from the beach bars, but the sunsets were spectacular and the atmosphere very relaxed.
Jonas P. · January 2024
★★★★★
Loved the bohemian feel, lots of yoga and live music in the evenings. Playa del Amor was a quieter spot to escape to for a few hours.
Carla M. · March 2023
★★★★☆
Be careful with the currents, a few people got pulled out while we were there, but otherwise a beautiful and memorable stretch of coast.
Theo B. · December 2024
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