Mexico : Safety by City
- Acapulco
- Aguascalientes
- Cabo San Lucas
- Cancun
- Chichen Itza
- Chihuahua
- Cozumel
- Cuernavaca
- Culiacan
- Durango
- Ensenada
- Guadalajara
- Guanajuato
- Hermosillo
- Huatulco
- Isla Holbox
- Isla Mujeres
- Ixtapa
- Juarez
- Leon
- Los Cabos
- Manzanillo
- Matamoros
- Merida
- Mexicali
- Mexico City
- Monterrey
- Morelia
- Nogales
- Nuevo Laredo
- Oaxaca
- Piedras Negras
- Playa del Carmen
- Puebla
- Puerto Morelos
- Puerto Vallarta
- Queretaro City
- Reynosa
- Saltillo
- San Luis Potosi
- San Miguel de Allende
- Sayulita
- Tijuana
- Tulum
- Valladolid
- Veracruz
- Zacatecas
- Zapopan
- Zihuatanejo
Huatulco located on the Pacific coast of the state of Oaxaca.
In the 1980s this area was chosen by Mexico’s National Tourism Fund for development as a tourist resort area.
Huatulco spreads out over 35 km of coastline.
Here located a beautiful natural area with the Sierra Madre mountain chain forming a stunning interest for tourism.
This place attracts nature lovers: with all lush jungle, vivid colors of flora, pristine landscapes.
The name Huatulco means a “place where the wood is revered.”
Tourist’s interest also leads travelers to see a fragment of the cross from the ancient legend in the church in Santa Maria Huatulco, and another in the cathedral in Oaxaca City.
Warnings & Dangers in Huatulco
OVERALL RISK: LOW
Huatulco is a safer place for tourism than the rest of Mexico's resorts. Travelers should be careful with nightlife here and keep an eye on their belongings in the daytime.
TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: MEDIUM
A better way to get around the area is to rent a car. But don't forget to lock the car and park at guarded places. Taxis are well-regulated and considered safe.
PICKPOCKETS RISK: MEDIUM
Pickpocketing and purse snatching could happen here as well as any other tourist area. To avoid pick-pocketing, carry your wallet in a front pants pocket or use an anti-theft backpack. Keep values in a safe place in the hotel.
NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: LOW
The risk of natural disasters in Huatulco Is quite low. But before travel to this area, it's better to check weather forecasts to avoid floods and tornadoes.
MUGGING RISK: MEDIUM
Mugging risk is low enough in this area. Tourists can be safe until they avoid showing up drunk and loud. Keep expensive belongings at a safe place in the hotel.
TERRORISM RISK: LOW
Huatulco is a fairly safe place, usually, there are no showdowns of cartels and drug crimes. However, as in all of Mexico, you should be alert, studying the latest news of the area.
SCAMS RISK: LOW
The level of fraud is not particularly high in Huatulco. Remain the usual level of awareness and avoid unsolicited conversations with strangers on the streets.
WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: LOW
The area is safe enough for women travelers during daylight. The best way to avoid problems is not to be in bars at night, not to wear too overtly clothes and be polite.
So... How Safe Is Huatulco Really?
Huatulco creates a peaceful and quiet retreat – opposite to busy Mexican tourist areas such as Cancun.
Generally, it is a safe place for foreign travelers where you can walk around and spend a pleasant time.
For those who seek empty and amazing beaches, Huatulco can be an ideal place.
But it is important to not let the overall peaceful nature of Huatulco avoid you from dropping your awareness.
Crime violent it’s a rarely happens case in Huatulco.
But awareness when traveling abroad is always important.
For keeping the track of events visits The US State Department site – they always have the latest news with a crime in Mexico regions.
Petty crime in the city can still be an issue just as it is in many resort areas and all worldwide cities.
Travelers should take the overall precautions that they would take when traveling to any tourist area in the world.
Always keep an eye on your belongings.
Leave important documents and values in the hotel safe.
Female travel is safe enough here. Women can spend time here without unwanted attention from locals.
Pickpocketing and purse snatching could happen here as well as any other tourist area.
So just carry your wallet in a front pants pocket instead of your backpack.
How Does Huatulco Compare?
| City | Safety Index |
|---|---|
| Huatulco |
85 |
| Mexico City |
45 |
| Nuevo Laredo |
40 |
| Cozumel |
85 |
| Los Cabos |
80 |
| Zapopan |
70 |
| Isla Mujeres |
80 |
 Baltimore | 56 |
 Adelaide | 88 |
| Chicago | 65 |
| Ithaca | 62 |
| Mountain Lakes | 74 |
| Kill Devil Hills | 77 |
Useful Information
Visas
No visas required for tourist proposals to enter Mexico for many countries of Europe, US citizens and so on. You should have a valid passport and a tourist permit. The maximum possible of stay is 180 days. For a longer stay or other options, you should visit the Mexican embassy.
Currency
The Mexican peso - is the official currency in Mexico. There are one hundred Mexican centavos to every peso. The symbol for the Mexican Peso is $, so you can see MX$ or MN$ in banks and exchange points.
Weather
October through February is the best time to visit Huatulco: these months are the driest, days are sunniest and temperatures are comfortable. The peak in tourism is from December to April, so visit in October or November to have quiet time.
Airports
The city has an international airport - Bahías de Huatulco International Airport located 12 km from the town. The airport handles national and international air traffic.
Travel Insurance
The medical travel insurance is recommended to do for all tourists before the trip to any country as well as Mexico. A custom officer can ask travelers to show insurance on the border.
Huatulco Weather Averages (Temperatures)
Average High/Low Temperature
| Temperature / Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °C |
31 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
| Low °C |
21 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 22 |
| High °F |
88 | 88 | 88 | 90 | 90 | 88 | 88 | 88 | 86 | 88 | 88 | 88 |
| Low °F |
70 | 70 | 72 | 73 | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 | 73 | 73 | 73 | 72 |
Safe Coastal City
This is the first beach city/area post review I have looked at in Mexico. Being from an island, I’m used to spending quite a bit of time at the beach so it is helpful to see how this coastal city compares. I like that the area isn’t overly crowded and has a high safety rating.
Among the safest
I feel like this is not totally accurate. I have lived in Huatulco for over 5 years and generally :
– taxi is mega safe
– driving is super safe. You don’t need to park in guarded areas, and as a matter of fact there are almost none.
– natural disaster is medium. It’s one of the most seismic areas of the continent. That being said, all buildings are below 5 floors and built to stand the highest earthquake. It can be hurricane prone in the summer too.
– pickpocketing is very rare but can happen around bars and clubs at night.
– it’s not really more dangerous for women than it is for men, but there has been some reports of women being bothered at night in low light areas.
– scam is totally possible in some restaurants (check being wrong or including service and still requesting a tip…). Also beware with some taxis who want to double charge at night or from airport…
– terrorism is zero
All in all we do not think about our safety when living in Huatulco and we sometimes take it for granted. It’s always recommended to be careful to scam and pickpocketing but that is pretty much anything.