Centro Mexicano de la Tortuga (Mexican Turtle Center)
Northern Mexico
Central Mexico
Northern Mexico
Central Mexico
The facilities of the center cover four hectares, and its main objective is to study the life of sea turtles, welcome visitors interested in witnessing the miracle of sea turtle life on the beaches, and explore new forms of economic development among the communities on the coast.
The central aquarium is the main tourist attraction. It is the place where sea turtles stay and are exhibited. You will find here 6 species of sea turtle and two species of land turtles. Each fish tank is conditioned according to the characteristics and needs of each of the species on display.
You can also visit the Young and Adult Turtle Observation Pools, the Breeding Pools, the Natural Incubation Areas, the Closed Incubation Room, the Multipurpose Room, and the Cactus Garden.
It has a small museum that is worth visiting, as well as a cafeteria, craft shop and parking.
Activities
- Turtle release
Location
Located in Mazunte, southwest of San Pedro Pochutla, 22 kilometers via Federal Highway 200 towards Puerto Escondido.