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Chacahua Afternoon Journey

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Overview

As a team we try to create journeys that are worth investing your time and confidence. We try to do our best to get out of the same schedules that our fellow colleagues offer this tour is whole afternoon experience that show us all the beautiful unique things mother nature has to offer the bioluminescence in Chacahua is voted as the best place to see it in Mexico. And the colors the sky paints during the sunset is just something else. We appreciate your preferences and will give our full effort to make sure your Journey is special!

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

    Meeting and Pickup

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    We offer ground trasportation on this Journey the original pick up place is from your hotel but if your running late to show up at your hotel we can always pick you up somwhere else as long as you notify us 20 minutes in advance

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    Alejandro Cárdenas Peralta
    La Punta Zicatela, 71984 Puerto Escondido, Oax., Mexico

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    What To Expect

    An hour drive heading north from Puerto Escondido to arrive to the National Park of Chacahua (which is the name of the national park and the community) here we will have a small boat ride inside the national park. While we are cruising we will enjoy a beautiful sunset and listen to a full explanation of history, culture, and traditions that symbolizes this Afro-Mexican community. Once the sun sets with eager we wait for the darkness to arrive only to witness an experience of bioluminescence like no other. We give you the option to swim and enjoy the fresh water of the national park while our bodies and water naturally glow in the dark. To wrap up, we once again navigate through the natural mangrove mazes while we observe a sky full of a million stars!

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Chacahua Afternoon Journey?

    A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-343851P2

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Chacahua Afternoon Journey?
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    If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

    Feb 2023
    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Chacahua Afternoon Journey?
    A:
    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Bottled water.
    • All Fees and Taxes.
    • Air-conditioned vehicle.
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    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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    This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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    If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

    If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

    Apr 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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    Accessibility information for the Chacahua Afternoon Journey is as follows:

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chacahua Afternoon Journey will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

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