Marriage Requirements
Couples planning to get married in Huatulco require a valid passport and an original and copy of birth certificates annotated and translated by an authorized translator certified in Spanish prior to their civil ceremony. Death and divorce decrees are required if applicable. Check with your Certified Destination Wedding Specialist for more details.
Travel Information
Travel Documents
Passports are required for visitors entering Mexico. If you are a citizen of the US, visit travel.state.gov for more information on travel documents needed. For Canadian travelers, visit travel.gc.ca for relevant travel information.
Language
Spanish is the official language of Mexico, though English is widely spoken and understood.
Currency and Tipping
The peso is the currency of Mexico, but US dollars are often widely accepted in resort areas.
Climate & Beaches
Climate
Huatulco has dry winters with a tropical savanna climate. Typically, the weather varies from 71 degrees Fahrenheit degrees to 92 degrees F, with the warmest temperatures between April and August.
Beaches
Huatulco has 36 white and gold sand beaches along its nine bays, with plenty to explore. Scuba diving, sailing and surfing are all popular beach activities. Huatulco Bay and Playa San Augustin are well-known beaches in the area.
Activities & Attractions
Activities
Huatulco has nine bays with plenty of golden beaches to explore. Try a boating excursion off of Huatulco Bay, or snorkel on Playa San Augustin. If you’re looking to explore on land, the Hagia Sofia is a nature sanctuary with many different fruiting trees and flowers to admire. Magic Falls lives up to its name, with stunning waterfalls that are romantic and secluded.
Nightlife
From nightclubs and discos to cafes and late-night shows, the fun doesn't stop when the sun goes down. Clubs are unique in Huatulco - from underground establishments to clubs with medieval themes, younger tourists will appreciate the unique atmospheres. Huatulco also boasts a number of bars which play salsa, reggae and rock music so patrons can dance the night away. Those looking to have quieter evenings can find culture, art galleries, fine wine and fresh coffee at one of Huatulco's many galleries, restaurants and cafes.