LET’S PLAY

PARADISE GYM - On Zicatella Beach you’ll find our favorite gym. It’s so old school - it’s right out of the Flinstones. All of the weights are made of wood and the equipment largely involves ropes, tires and baskets on pulleys filled with stones and coconuts. They also offer CrossFit, Yoga and boxing classes. So it’s worth having a peak even in you end up just having a cocktail at AGUA SALA next door.

The waters off Puerto Escondido are filled with some of the best sports fishing imaginable. From Marlin and Sailfish to Red Snapper and Dorado it truly is a fisherman’s paradise. Head down the steps just outside Casa Nopal to Puerto Angelito where you’ll find Johnny and his crew from SCREAMING REELS and have one of the most memorable days at sea.

One of the most life changing experiences is to release baby sea turtles at Playa Bacoho. VIVE MAR is an organization that fights for the turtles of Puerto and teaches you about these amazing endangered animals. Every day at 5 pm you have the opportunity to release a day old sea turtle from a coconut shell for 100 pesos (~$5) with all proceeds going towards protecting and maintaining the turtle hatchery and protecting the eggs from poachers.

From December to March, Puerto Escondido is one of the best places on the planet to experience Whale watching. From Humpbacks to Orca’s - Whales are on mass migration south with their young in toe. Whether from the comfort of your terrace or up close and personal on a guided tour you can experience a magical spectacle. And for the dolphins you ask? Don’t worry, they’re here all year round! We recommend Omar, located directly below the property on Puerto Angelito. (+52) 954 559 4406.

The best surfing in all of Mexico can be found at Playa Zicatella (a 5 minute drive from Casa Nopal) where massive waves break in the mornings and evenings. Though you’ll need to be an experienced surfer as waves can often tower over 20 feet.

For those a little less adventurous, OASIS SURF SCHOOL offers long board surf lessons and surf board hire at the stunning Playa Carrizalillo where the waves and waters are far calmer.

Massage — Offering deep tissue, relaxing, therapeutic and other treatments by both male and female professional Massuer’s - MASAJES MADENAAH are here to spoil our guests in the comfort and luxury of Casa Nopal or at their private practice. (+52) 55 3117 6568.

Yoga - Marea Yoga Studio is considered one of the best in Puerto. Either enjoy a private class at Casa Nopal or in their gorgeous open air studio in Zicatela. (+52) 954 134 5718.

While jumping out of planes is definitely not our bag, we have admired the sky divers from afar. Sky Diving Puerto Escondido is the only game in town. We have watched sky divers descend onto Playa Zicatella beach which is incredibly fun. Sky Diving flights leave from Puerto Escondido Airport.

Snorkeling equipment is available to rent from many of the beachside restaurants in Playa Manzanillo, Puerto Angelita and Playa Carrizalillo.

Another option is to enjoy a soulful sunrise paddleboard from Zicatella to Manzillo.

Scuba Diving - Founded by Master Scuba Diver Trainer, Lorenzo Bibi (Deep Blue Dive Puerto) is considered one of the most professional places to try all manner of Padi courses.

Located approximately 35 minutes north of Casa Nopal, Fundacion Casa Wabi created by Mexican Artist Bosco Sodi and designed by world renowned architect - Tadao Ando - is a great place to visit. Situated on one of the most pristine beaches in the greater Puerto area, the area also includes a rustic outdoor mezcal bar and KAKUREGA - an Omakase restaurant (with a Michelin star no less)