Xala embraces a deep responsibility to protect, restore, and preserve both land and sea.
Through the Sierra a Mar initiative, Xala takes a holistic approach to sustainability, working closely with local communities to build a regenerative future that will benefit generations to come.
This commitment reflects the true spirit of eco-tourism in Mexico – conservation that honors both the natural world and the people who call it home.
With the expert guidance of Stefanie Brendl, Xala’s Sierra a Mar Coordinator, these goals become a tangible legacy. The goal is to set a new benchmark for coastal development – particularly along pristine shorelines and hidden beaches in Mexico.
Xala’s reforestation efforts include restoring native plant species to maintain ecological balance. Regular monitoring ensures water availability, while targeted interventions – such as the construction of a bypass – improve flow in the estuaries.
Wildlife corridors are safeguarded through ongoing observation and a low-density development strategy that limits building to carefully selected areas. Marine conservation includes protecting ocean zones and supporting sustainable fishing practices for local communities – a cornerstone of responsible eco-tourism in Mexico.
Xala embraces the challenge of creating lasting, meaningful impact for both the environment and nearby communities. Through Sierra a Mar efforts, Xala fosters a healthy coexistence between people and nature, thriving together along some of the most beautiful secluded beaches Mexico has to offer.
By collecting seeds from endemic species and establishing fertility islands, Xala supports reforestation and the recovery of declining tree populations. These efforts encourage the growth of native flora and spark the regeneration of lowland deciduous forests surrounding Xala.
Xala offers a rare, unspoiled encounter with nature, where visitors can observe a wide array of native species in their natural habitat – manifesting the quiet magic that defines authentic eco-tourism in Mexico.
From hawks to sandpipers, Xala is a bird watcher’s dream. The region hosts an impressive diversity of endemic and migratory species, along with reptiles and amphibians such as iguanas, lizards and colorful frogs. Many regional mammals also inhabit these lands – from playful nocturnal wildcats to gentle, undomesticated rabbits.
Xala’s Campamento Tortuguero de Chalacatepec, operated by CONANP since 1992, serves as a sanctuary for three endangered sea turtle species: the Laúd (Leatherback), Golfina (Olive Ridley), and Prieta (Green).
The camp provides safe nesting conditions and dedicated hatchling care before the turtles return to the ocean. In 2022 alone, over 530,000 turtles were safely guided to the sea from Xala’s protected shores – a powerful testament to the success of Sierra a Mar’s conservation efforts across these tranquil, virgin beaches in the heart of Mexico.
Our food philosophy embraces farm-to-fork dining, where ingredients like our certified organic, sustainably sourced mangos support both the environment and local communities.
More than 440 acres of mango groves flourish along the coastline just as nature intended – thriving under the sun and preserving one of the region´s most cherished agricultural traditions.
Our mangos are not only certified organic (by Sagarpa Mexico, Eco-Logica, USDA Organic, Global G.A.P, and Maya Bio Certificado), but they also offer exceptional flavor and color thanks to extended sun exposure and the subtle salinity of the ocean air. Our journey to export and share this vibrant produce with the world is just beginning – displaying another dimension of sustainable eco-tourism in Costalegre, Mexico that connects visitors to the land in meaningful ways.
