Finca El Mamey, in the foothills between Salina Cruz and Huatulco, is one of the old coffee plantations. Coffee has been grown here since 1935 when a German immigrant arrived and began its cultivation in the steep jungly forest. His descendants – the Matterns – still live here and tend the coffee plants. Fortunately, they have also remodeled and opened the sprawling plantation house to visitors. Be advised that the rustic charm of this old place includes shared bathrooms and cold water showers!
Your visit will help preserve this piece of history. At the confluence of two rivers, there’s tons of interesting plants and animals (including the fantastic blue Morpho butterfly and flocks of parakeets). Enjoy the warm hospitality of the Mattern family, take advantage of the many swimming holes along the river and even pick coffee if you visit between November and March!
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