| Peña Hermosa Tatahuicapan de Juarez, Veracruz |
Peña Hermosa is one of many idyllic beaches in the Santa Marta section of Los Tuxtlas and one of
the few with touristic facilities.
Located on the Gulf of Mexico, in front of the nearby Volcano San Martin Pajapan, the small village
of Peña Hermosa (population less than 100) several years ago initiated a sea turtle conservation
effort.
The beaches surrounding the isolated community are famous as a nesting ground for critically
endangered hawksbill turtles and the Mexican government has sensibly supported both rescue and
hatchery efforts.
the few with touristic facilities.
Located on the Gulf of Mexico, in front of the nearby Volcano San Martin Pajapan, the small village
of Peña Hermosa (population less than 100) several years ago initiated a sea turtle conservation
effort.
The beaches surrounding the isolated community are famous as a nesting ground for critically
endangered hawksbill turtles and the Mexican government has sensibly supported both rescue and
hatchery efforts.
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Links:
Gallery & slideshow of Peña Hermosa
tuxtlas.com - Beach Towns of Los Tuxtlas
The area has also been favored in the current craze of
ecotourism and a large compound featuring private rooms,
cabañas and a communal kitchen are now open to the public,
though primarily enjoyed by groups arriving on ecological or
religious outings.
Access is difficult via a terraceria (dirt road) from near Pajapan
or from a worse road, further north of Tatahuicapan. Infrequent
communal taxis (piratas) are available for car less travelers.
A small campground with facilities on the edge of Rio are also
available, and the lonely beaches are heaven for beachcombers.
Gallery & slideshow of Peña Hermosa
tuxtlas.com - Beach Towns of Los Tuxtlas
The area has also been favored in the current craze of
ecotourism and a large compound featuring private rooms,
cabañas and a communal kitchen are now open to the public,
though primarily enjoyed by groups arriving on ecological or
religious outings.
Access is difficult via a terraceria (dirt road) from near Pajapan
or from a worse road, further north of Tatahuicapan. Infrequent
communal taxis (piratas) are available for car less travelers.
A small campground with facilities on the edge of Rio are also
available, and the lonely beaches are heaven for beachcombers.
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