Selina Puerto Escondido

Surf’s up pretty much all day every day on Playa Zicatela. It’s home to the world-famous ‘Mexican Pipeline’ waves and can be unpredictable at the best of times, so signing up for lessons or heading out with a local guide is always advised. Setting the surfboard aside, there are loads more ways to immerse yourself in your stunning surroundings from snorkelling and scuba diving to dolphin and whale watching. If you’re staying at the right time of year – usually October to May – you can take part in the baby turtle release at Playa Bacocho (15 minutes by car). And after the sun goes down, light up the night with a bioluminescence tour at Lake Manialtepec (20 minutes’ drive). For nightlife of a different kind, head to La Punta (40 minutes’ walk/10 minutes’ drive) at the southern end of Playa Zicatela. Live music, sandy streets and delicious street food make this a mellow place to watch the glorious sunset.