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Brisas de Zicatela, Oaxaca, Mexico

Playa Zicatela

Playa Zicatela is Mexico's most famous and challenging Pacific beach, renowned for powerful waves ideal for advanced swimmers and body surfers only. The dramatic beach and strong currents demand excellent water skills and experience. Swimmers should only enter when lifeguards are present and must understand rip current escape techniques.

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Playa Zicatela

15.8438, -97.0525

Details

Location
Brisas de Zicatela, Oaxaca, Mexico
Type
ocean
Difficulty
advanced
Coordinates
15.8438, -97.0525

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