Huatulco, Oaxaca, Mexico
Nine emerald bays carved into a jungle-backed coastline — Huatulco is Mexico's eco-certified gem where Oaxacan food culture meets swim-ready Pacific beaches steps from your gangway.
Nine emerald bays carved into a jungle-backed coastline — Huatulco is Mexico's eco-certified gem where Oaxacan food culture meets swim-ready Pacific beaches steps from your gangway.
Ships dock directly at the Santa Cruz Bay pier — no tendering required.
💡 Pro move: Uber does not operate in Huatulco. ATMs are in the Santa Cruz plaza a 3-minute walk from the pier.
All cruise lines dock at the dedicated pier in Santa Cruz Bay — one of the most convenient setups on Mexico's Pacific coast.
| Cruise Line | Typical Berth / Arrival | Dock or Tender |
|---|---|---|
| Norwegian, Holland America, Princess, Celebrity, Carnival | Santa Cruz Bay cruise pier📍 | Docked |
| Most other cruise lines | Santa Cruz Bay cruise pier📍 | Docked |
From bay-hopping by boat to ancient ruins and jungle waterfalls, Huatulco punches well above its size for shore excursions.
Charter a panga or catamaran from the marina to cruise the bays accessible only by sea — snorkel in hidden coves, spot dolphins, and swim in turquoise water.
Find bay boat tours →Ten minutes by taxi, this golden-sand bay is lined with palapa restaurants. Eat fresh huachinango and your lounge chair is free.
Find beach day tours →A protected cove with a coral reef teeming with tropical fish. One of the best accessible snorkel spots on Mexico's Pacific coast.
Find snorkeling tours →The only major Mesoamerican site on Mexico's Pacific coast — 2,500-year-old ruins with a ball court and museum set in jungle, 20 minutes from port.
Find archaeology tours →Walk the zócalo, see the famous 65-foot Virgin of Guadalupe ceiling mural, then sit down for mole negro and mezcal at a local restaurant.
Find food tours →The pier area and Santa Cruz plaza are flat and walkable; La Crucecita rewards the extra effort with real Mexican town life.
A flat waterfront stroll from the ship to the beach and marina. Browse the craft market, grab a coffee at the plaza, and put your feet in the sand.
🗺️ See full route in Maps →The real town of Huatulco. Visit the Templo de Guadalupe for the enormous ceiling mural, browse the mercado, and grab tlayudas at a street stall.
Climate normals for Huatulco, Oaxaca, Mexico (2014–2023 averages). Pack for the month you sail — highs, lows, and how many rainy days to expect.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rainy Days | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 86°F / 30°C | 66°F / 19°C | 6 | 6:56 AM | 6:13 PM |
| Feb | 87°F / 31°C | 67°F / 19°C | 5 | 6:50 AM | 6:28 PM |
| Mar | 89°F / 32°C | 69°F / 21°C | 5 | 6:32 AM | 6:35 PM |
| Apr | 90°F / 32°C | 71°F / 22°C | 6 | 6:10 AM | 6:40 PM |
| May | 88°F / 31°C | 73°F / 23°C | 19 | 5:55 AM | 6:47 PM |
| Jun | 84°F / 29°C | 72°F / 22°C | 27 | 5:54 AM | 6:57 PM |
| Jul | 86°F / 30°C | 71°F / 22°C | 23 | 6:02 AM | 7:00 PM |
| Aug | 85°F / 29°C | 72°F / 22°C | 26 | 6:10 AM | 6:48 PM |
| Sep | 83°F / 28°C | 71°F / 22°C | 27 | 6:13 AM | 6:26 PM |
| Oct | 83°F / 28°C | 70°F / 21°C | 24 | 6:17 AM | 6:04 PM |
| Nov | 84°F / 29°C | 68°F / 20°C | 12 | 6:28 AM | 5:51 PM |
| Dec | 86°F / 30°C | 66°F / 19°C | 4 | 6:45 AM | 5:56 PM |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 (10-yr daily averages)
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