Los Cerritos: Hotels and regional travel planning

When looking for hotels in Los Cerritos, it helps to consider the town separately from the nature and excursion options in the surrounding area. An address in Los Cerritos is on an unpaved stretch of the road from Acapetahua to Embarcadero Las Garzas. Take this stretch of road into account when planning your journey.

La Encrucijada in the wider region

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 heights of more than 35 meters. The natural attractions of La Encrucijada also include beaches and the open Pacific Ocean. Regional planning therefore brings together mangroves and waterways, as well as coastal scenery and the sea.

Boat trip and nature watching

For a possible boat trip through La Encrucijada, departing from Embarcadero Las Garzas is recommended. The trip passes through several estuaries characterized by large mangroves. Resident and migratory waterbirds are the main wildlife to watch; birdwatching in mangrove tunnels is also among the regional activities. The combination of waterways and birdlife makes a boat trip a practical option for nature watching. Howler monkeys can also be seen on the islets of La Encrucijada, but sightings are not guaranteed. Check whether boat trips are available before making specific plans.

Activities and getting around the protected area

The range of activities in La Encrucijada goes beyond boat trips. Options include birdwatching, camping, environmental education and interpretation, as well as walks and guided tours, including ecotourism. The ecotourism network also lists walks, kayaking, and opportunities to meet communities in the coastal region. Its offerings also include workshops on making handicrafts from natural materials. This means the region offers both nature watching and activities focused on environmental education and local handicrafts. Within the protected area, recreational activities are restricted to authorized routes and trails. Services in La Encrucijada include internet access, signage, and restrooms; the signage is a practical point of reference when planning how to get around the protected area during a visit.

Coast and sea turtles

The Chiapas coast is a nesting area for sea turtles. Attractions in La Encrucijada include sea turtle releases in Barra Zacapulco and the community sea turtle museum in Zapata. Seasonal releases of olive ridley turtles are also among the ecotourism network’s activities. If you want to include these activities in your travel plans, take the seasonal availability into account and check specific dates in advance.

Finding hotels and planning your trip

Then compare the location of the specific hotel offer with your own plans.

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Go to the regional travel overview: Chiapas.