Punta Cometa, Mazunte

A rocky headland at the western end of Mazunte beach, on the Oaxaca coast, and the southernmost point of Oaxaca. A short path climbs from the beach through dry forest to grassy clifftops where people gather every evening to watch the sunset over the Pacific, and often applaud when the sun goes down. Whales can be seen offshore from December to March.

Around the rocks below are natural pools where the waves crash in, making a fizzing natural jacuzzi; only swim when the sea is calm. Mazunte is a small, relaxed beach village with cabañas, yoga and good food, a short ride from Zipolite and San Agustinillo.