About a 15-minute drive west of Viewpoint down the
Oaxaca coast is Playa
San Agustinillo. This 1300 meter long beach is divided
into 3 sections by
rocky jut-outs that reach into the ocean. The far west
end of the beach is
called Playa Rinconcillo, a well-sheltered area that is
great for swimming.
This area is where
most of the fishermen offer boat and sportfishing tours. The easternmost section is
called Playa Aragon
which has strong waves and undertow. From June to December it is possible
to see Olive Ridley turtles laying their eggs on the beaches of San Agustinillo.
All along the shoreline you can find great little rustic establishments with ecologic and
European flair
as many Italians and French own here.
Mexico Lindo Restaurant
A great place to set up for a relaxing beach day is Mexico Lindo
restaurant, located on the far west
end of San Agustinillo. You can rent boogieboards and surfboards here and even take
some surf
lessons. Sip on cold cervezas and relax under a palapa or take a siesta in a restaurant
hammock.
Here you can enjoy pizza, fresh seafood and other regional favorites, including the
delicious shrimp
tacos – a must try.
El Pelicano is another great Oceanside restaurant in San Agustinillo, serving amazing
fresh seafood
and authentic Mexican fare. The chili rellenos are a must try with some of the
best sangria in Mexico.
Listen to the waves roll in while you enjoy the delicious food here.
Enjoy wood-fire oven baked pizza at La Termita.
If you are in the mood for great pizza, look no further
than La Termita,
owned by an Italian-Argentinian. Located on the main
road in San
Agustinillo, this place can’t be beat for amazing wood
oven pizza and
calzone. Enjoy your meal on the beach or in the
restaurant while you
watch the chef whip up your favorite slice of pie – yum!
If you are in the mood for some adventure, check out Ola Verde
Expediciones, a company specializing in rafting, kayaking, coffee plantation
tours and other custom trips.
Whether it’s relaxing under a palapa on the beach, boogie boarding in the
waves or enjoying some
delicious authentic Mexico or Itailan cuisine, you can find it all at Playa San
Agustinillo.
