Oaxaca, Mexico

Playa Tembo

Playa Tembo is a unique and beautiful beach, known for its untouristy nature. This beach is a hidden gem, often recommended for adventure seekers due to its distinct characteristics. One of the most notable features of Playa Tembo is the natural pool located in one corner of the beach. This pool functions well during water changes, but can flood and fill with algae during times of low seas.

Despite its small size, Playa Tembo is a perfect beach for camping. It is little known and offers gentle tides, making it suitable for children. The beach is also home to a small family-run restaurant, providing a quaint dining option for visitors. However, it's worth noting that the waves at Playa Tembo can be quite rough, adding to its adventurous appeal.

What to do at Playa Tembo?

Restaurants

You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.

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Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the unique beauty and tranquility of the beach, with many appreciating its less touristy nature and the natural pool feature. The beach is also recommended for camping and is particularly suitable for children due to its gentle tides. However, some visitors have pointed out that the beach can get flooded and filled with algae during low seas.

Where is Playa Tembo?

Latitude: 15.6965209 / Longitude: -96.4261839

Playa Tembo is located in Oaxaca. The following map of Playa Tembo shows the exact location.

Where to Stay near Playa Tembo?

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