These private experiences allow you to choose the pace & the focus. We customize the itinerary to what you are passionate about.

The Mexican National Turtle Research center, has undertaken a conservation program that is attempting to restore the sea turtles and their habitat on the Pacific West Coast. It houses a museum, which opened in 1994, that is actually more of a reserve, it holds a turtle hatchery, aquarium, and study center. All varieties of sea turtles that live in the coastal waters of Mexico are on exhibit!

A family run eco-operative operates tours along the mangrove swamp that is home to sea turtles, crocodiles and hundreds of species of birds. They have established a tree nursery housing 70,000 plants of mangle and other local varieties, a crocodile farm and nurseries for turtles and iguanas. It is now a protected reserve for many beautiful birds including cormorants, pelicans and herons which nest there.

Spend the day at a charming little beach community to relax and enjoy the warm water of the Pacific West Coast. Here the participants will have an opportunity to eat at the Beachside palapa restaurants, rent boogie boards or foam surfboards, and swim in the calm waters of the bay. The waves here are perfect for body-boarding and often good for body-surfing.

The Mexican National Turtle Research Center has a permanent research camp at a sanctuary that first began its nesting monitoring operations in 1996. At the Sea Turtle Sanctuary you can observe local residents, biologists and conservationists count the thousands of turtles and, if the timing is right, help release hatchlings into the ocean.

The Oaxacan Coast is home to many beautiful bays, virgin beaches and natural wonders like this infinity pool.

Early in the morning a local fisherman will take you on a motor boat ride to search for sea turtles in the ocean, where there may be an opportunity to observe mating activity and have up-close encounters with whales, dolphins and many species of birds.

The cosmetic cooperative is owned by the ex-turtle hunters and villagers who use locally cultivated products that help to stimulate the sustainable agriculture of the area. You’ll get a behind the scenes tour of this Body Shop factory and store, where local people make products with natural materials like maize, coconut, sesame seeds and avocado.

Amaze yourself with the natural phenomenon of the Bioluminescence waters on a boat tour at night in a Lagoon You can also swim in the water and light up like a star!

These activities allow you to still do what you are passionate about while traveling and support your journey.

We will connect you to local chefs and restaurants that are known for their gourmet cooking and innovations.

Hike through the jungle & take in the flora and fauna of the tropics. The views are spectacular and the bays are gorgeous. There is a particular hike that will take you to the southern most point in all of Mexico that is known to have a high energy frequency.

On the Oaxacan coast the water is warm year round and you may find it tempting to relax by the shore or poolside all day long.

Keep up with your home practice while traveling. We will connect you to local yoga classes & workshops on the Coast of Oaxaca.

Some of the most remarkable healers & massage therapists are on the Oaxacan Coast and we will connect you to them.

Local musicians play while you browse the fair trade handi-craft stalls, take in the colors of the organic fresh fruits & vegetables, watch sugar cane being juiced and chocolate being grounded.

Ecotourism cooperatives contribute to the development of community groups and strengthen conservation activities. On the Oaxacan Coast there are numerous cooperatives to help the local economies and support sustainable living practices

A Temezcal is an ancient indigenous tradition of Wet steam bathing and has been art of Zapotec culture for 2,500 years. We can connect you with a local healer who preforms this ceremony at her home. The benefits are energetically and physically healing.

We design each itinerary around you, so these suggested activities are to help you transform your trip into something completely curated to you. Call us on (805) 540-1762 to start planning your custom adventure or click below to to start planing online.

Choose from Luxury, Local Flare, Boutique Style, Retreat Centers, Bungalows…

You may choose to stay at a small boutique hotel that offers quality and elegance. Each room has a private terrace with lovely ocean views. These accommodations have air-conditioning and wifi. The excellent restaurant makes mealtime special and sunset watching splendid. You may also enjoy the infinity pool on the cliff edge, over looking the Pacific and the golden beaches below.

If you dream of waking up and stepping straight out onto the beach, listening to the ocean as you fall asleep these charming beach bungalows are for you.

An adult-only boutique hotel providing a different luxury holiday experience. Combining a rustic chic architectural design filled with modern luxury thai offers an inviting and impressive retreat environment.

Dawn Feuerberg (AKA Aurora in Spanish)

Owner and founder of Aurora Adventures, LLC.

My longstanding relationships abroad give you access into an enriching, in depth local experience. I am both well connected and enthusiastic about sharing my access with you.

I value the genuine art of discovery travel. I create flexible itineraries that provide  you  the opportunity to make new discoveries.

Traveling for me is all about the connections. My ability to subtly bridge cross cultural connections between you and the locals abroad is what sets me apart. At a very young age I began to travel on my own seeking out and connecting with the aboriginal, the indigenous and the authentic local life abroad. Often times finding myself being the only non-native in the region. My longstanding relationships abroad give you access into an enriching, in depth local experience that is safe, comfortable and if desired,  luxurious.

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We know the best airlines & flight times to this destination. Once you have booked your custom adventure, we will arrange the booking of your flight to ensure the most comfortable experience & arrival in Oaxaca.

Your custom adventure includes:

• Insured, comfortable and air conditioned vehicles are provided for transportation in the host country.
• Pre-departure advising
• Pre-departure orientation
• Risk Management & Crisis management plan

note: Each participant is required to purchase  Trip Cancellation & Medical Travel Insurance.