Los Cerritos: Nature Experiences in the Wider Region

You can plan a visit to Los Cerritos on two levels: the specific location of your accommodation and nature experiences in the wider region. Mangroves and estuaries shape the landscape of La Encrucijada; possible boat trips, birdwatching and activities related to sea turtles offer a range of options. If you are looking for a holiday rental, it helps to consider your preferred focus for excursions alongside the journey there.

Los Cerritos and the journey there

An address in Los Cerritos is on an unpaved stretch of road from Acapetahua to Embarcadero Las Garzas. The route you choose therefore matters when travelling to your accommodation; check the current conditions along your route before setting off.

Mangroves, estuaries and the Pacific

La Encrucijada is a system of mangroves and estuaries and was established as a biosphere reserve in 1995. Its mangroves are among the tallest on the American Pacific coast, reaching more than 35 metres. The protected area’s landscape also includes beaches and the open Pacific Ocean. Sea turtles use this stretch of the Chiapas coast as a nesting site. The region’s nature experiences therefore range from mangrove landscapes and waterways to the coast and its wildlife.

Boat trips and wildlife watching

One possible boat trip through La Encrucijada passes through several estuaries shaped by large mangroves. Visitors can observe resident and migratory waterbirds in particular. Embarcadero Las Garzas is recommended as a departure point; check in advance whether a trip is offered on the day of your visit. Spider monkeys can also be seen on small islands in the protected area. Birdwatching in mangrove tunnels is another regional activity.

Activities in the region

Activities in La Encrucijada include birdwatching, camping, environmental education and interpretation. Other options include walks, kayaking, tours and guided visits, including ecotourism. Recreational activities in the protected area are limited to authorised routes and trails. The management programme considers low-impact ecotourism a tool for sustainable regional development. The activities offer different focuses, from wildlife watching and environmental education to active time on the water. You can choose according to the interests of your travel group. In the wider area, the La Encrucijada ecotourism network also includes accommodation, restaurants and environmentally responsible tours to various destinations.

Turtles and regional culture

In Barra Zacapulco, sea turtle releases are one of La Encrucijada’s attractions; Zapata is home to the Municipal Sea Turtle Museum. The ecotourism network also lists seasonal releases of olive ridley turtles as an activity. If you are interested, check the relevant dates in advance. The range of regional activities also includes meeting coastal communities and workshops on making handicrafts from natural materials.

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