Quick answer
La Punta is the most laid-back neighborhood in Puerto Escondido, at the southern end of Zicatela beach: dirt roads, cafes with a sea view, gentle waves to learn to surf and one of the best sunsets on the Oaxaca coast. In 2026 it is a must-stop, and KORU RENT already operates here: it delivers the car, the van or the scooter at the PXM airport or wherever you are staying, with a contract, an invoice and WhatsApp support.
What is La Punta and why is everyone talking about it?
La Punta is the most bohemian neighborhood in Puerto Escondido, at the far end of Zicatela beach. There are no big developments or chains here: dirt roads, wooden houses, cafes with a sea view and a community that mixes local surfers, long-stay travelers and families looking for something other than a resort. Mornings are quiet for walking and having breakfast, afternoons buzz with music and conversation, and the sunset from the rocks at the southern tip is one that stays with you. It is a place to go slowly, not to rush.
How do I get to La Punta and get around Puerto Escondido?
Most people arrive by plane: Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM) handled 664,510 passengers from January to August 2025, up 10.58% from 2024, with flights from Mexico City, AIFA, Monterrey, Guadalajara and Houston (Sectur Oaxaca). From the airport to La Punta it is 20 to 35 minutes depending on traffic; from downtown, 10 to 20. You can arrive by shared taxi (a van or car shared by several passengers for a fixed fare), by moto-taxi from Zicatela or in your own vehicle. The road is paved up to the entrance of the neighborhood; inside there are well-kept dirt sections.
KORU tip for getting around
Parking in La Punta is limited and the streets are narrow: arrive early, respect the entrances to homes and don't leave valuables in sight in the car. If you plan to combine La Punta with other beaches, a car or a van with air conditioning gives you more flexibility than a moto-taxi. If you head out along the coast, fill up in the morning: Pochutla is the main hub for services and fuel between Puerto Escondido and Mazunte or Huatulco. And don't drive at night on the coastal road.
Can you swim in La Punta and where does a beginner surf?
La Punta is not a swimming-pool beach: there are strong currents, rocks and spots where the bottom drops away suddenly, so watch before you go in, respect the flags and never swim alone. For surfing, the distinction is clear: Zicatela beach, the famous 'Mexican Pipeline', is for experienced surfers, while La Punta and Carrizalillo are the waves recommended for beginners and lessons (puerto-escondido.mx). The best swell arrives from May to September, peaking from June to August, when wave faces can reach 4 to 7 meters on the big days. Outside that season, La Punta's waves tend to be more manageable for learning.
What road trips can I take from La Punta?
With a rental car, La Punta becomes your base for the coast. Puerto Escondido to Mazunte, San Agustinillo and Zipolite is about 67 km along the coastal Federal Highway 200, roughly 1 hour 15 minutes of driving (Rome2rio). To Huatulco it is about 100 to 120 km, between 2 and 2.5 hours of direct driving, or more if you make several stops at the viewpoints. Manialtepec Lagoon, ideal for seeing bioluminescence, is only 15 km away, about 15 minutes. And if you arrive driving from the city of Oaxaca, the Barranca Larga–Ventanilla highway (about 104 km, opened in February 2024) cut that trip from about 6.5 to 2.5 hours, with a car toll of around 234 MXN since 2025 (CAPUFE).
“La Punta is best enjoyed at your own pace: a quiet morning on the sand, an afternoon in the cafes and sunset on the rocks. With a KORU car, you also have the whole Oaxaca coast within reach.”
— KORU RENT
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Frequently asked questions
From PXM airport to La Punta it is 20 to 35 minutes depending on traffic; from downtown, 10 to 20. You can go by shared taxi, by moto-taxi from Zicatela or in your own vehicle. With a KORU car you arrive directly and park near the beach.
Carefully. There are strong currents, rocks and spots where the bottom drops away suddenly, so watch before going in, respect the flags and never swim alone. To learn to surf, La Punta and Carrizalillo are better than Zicatela, which is for experts.
The best swell arrives from May to September, peaking June to August, when wave faces can reach 4 to 7 meters at Zicatela on the big days (puerto-escondido.mx). Outside that season, La Punta's waves tend to be more manageable for beginners.
Mazunte, San Agustinillo and Zipolite are about 67 km away, close to 1 hour 15 minutes on the coastal road (Rome2rio). Manialtepec Lagoon, 15 km away, is ideal at night in season. Huatulco is about 2 to 2.5 hours of direct driving.
It isn't comfortable. Chacahua is 2 to 3 hours away one way from Puerto Escondido and, to see the bioluminescence in season, it is usually recommended to stay overnight. Treat it as a two-day plan, not a quick there-and-back trip.
Yes. KORU RENT already operates in Puerto Escondido with a contract, an invoice and WhatsApp support, and delivers the car, the van or the scooter at PXM airport or wherever you are staying. Insurance and deposit terms are confirmed when you get a quote [VERIFY with KORU].
La Punta is best enjoyed unhurried and with the freedom to move around. KORU RENT already operates in Puerto Escondido and delivers the car, the van or the scooter at PXM airport or wherever you are staying, with a contract, an invoice and WhatsApp support; and we are already expanding along the coast toward Mazunte, Zipolite and Huatulco. Message us on WhatsApp to quote and book your vehicle today. The KORU team.