Hierve el Agua Half-Day Guided Hike Adventure ALL FEES INCLUDED
Description
Beat the crowds and discover the breathtaking beauty of Hierve el Agua with us in an intimate group experience. We guarantee groups of no more than six people, so you can truly connect with other travelers, live an authentic adventure, and receive a guided experience that enriches every step of the journey. Witness stunning rock formations that resemble frozen waterfalls as we explore the site on foot and take a REFRESHING swim, all while enjoying the AWE-INSPIRING views of the surrounding landscapes. Fully guided in both ENGLISH and Spanish. This is the perfect way to visit Hierve el Agua, hike around the formations and relax at the pools WITHOUT the addition of UNNECESSARY stops to actually see the place up and down with no rush. Don't miss out on this great adventure!
Tour Options
Itinerary
MEET UP: Meet at 7:30 am and start the journey. 1:30 hr scenic drive southeast of Oaxaca. The site is located at the foothills of the Sierra mountains
HIKE TIME: Start the hike down along the rock formations, known as the petrified waterfalls, to appreciate amazing view points. Then, hike to the top to find the springs.
SWIM TIME: Finish the hike by the mineral-rich spring pools and take a refreshing swim after the hike while enjoying stunning views.
LUNCH TIME: Grab a bite at a local eatery and savor freshly prepared food, featuring regional flavors such as Tlayudas, Memelitas, Quesadillas, Tacos, Fruit Salad, Coconut Water, Micheladas and other drinks
DRIVE BACK: After exploring Hierve el Agua, swimming, and eating; start the ride back to Oaxaca city with great new memories and experiences. Get back to the city at around 1:30-2 pm.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Based on previous guests' opinions, if you are definitely not a somewhat active person or are elderly (70+), it might feel like a short but strenuous hike. -We will hike from the top of the rock formations to the bottom and back up (about 130+ m elev. gain). Expect a 30 min. ascend on rocky stairs. 2.5 km total approx.
Reviews(45)
Really enjoyed the hike, beautiful views and plenty of time to enjoy. Sigrid was a fabulous guide, really knowledgeable and fun to be with.
Such an amazing tour! Definitely worth seeing. Sigrid was an awesome guide really knowledgeable and made everything super fun and easy to follow. We had a great time! Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had such a great time. Sigrid will be very happy to know her knowledge and enthusiasm helped make the experience fun and enjoyable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Oaxaca someday!
Such a fun and informative experience. I truly appreciated the ability to hear from Sigrid and a local guide during our time on site.
Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed the experience. One of our goals is to help guests connect more deeply with Oaxaca, so we're glad you appreciated hearing both Sigrid's perspective and insights from a local guide on site. Thanks for joining us, and we hope to see you again on another adventure!
Ivan was amazing and we had a wonderful time experiencing such a unique and beautiful location in Oaxaca. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed this beautiful corner of Oaxaca and had a great experience. It was a pleasure sharing it with you. Thanks for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
Incredible experience. Sigrid was a kind and knowledgeable guide. The views are stunning and the hike down is definitely worth it.
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you had an incredible experience. Sigrid will be happy to know her knowledge and enthusiasm helped make the day special. We're glad you found the hike worthwhile and enjoyed the stunning views along the way. Thanks for joining us, and we hope to see you again on another Oaxaca adventure!
I had a wonderful time with a fun group and Ivan was a great guide. Refreshing to swim in the pools after a short hot hike, and the food was excellent.
Thank you for your review! We're delighted you enjoyed the experience, from the refreshing swim to the delicious food. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to see you again on another adventure in Oaxaca!
Want a trip to Hierve el Agua that is straightforward, supports local workers in the tourism industry, and beats the crowds? You've found it. Sigrid was a kind and patient guide for this special place and was amazing at keeping everything to time! Sigrid's passion for the outdoors was evident. And I left the tour with new friends to boot!
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the experience and appreciated our approach to visiting Hierve el Agua while supporting local communities and tourism workers. Sigrid will be happy to hear your kind words about her guiding and passion for the outdoors. We're especially glad you were able to enjoy the site, avoid the crowds, and leave with new friendships along the way. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for another Oaxaca adventure in the future!
Fantastic trip to the petrified waterfalls with Sigrid and a local guide introducing Js in English and Spanish to the region's fascinating nature and culture Challenging but manageable climb with a cool soak in the natural pools and stunning scenery as a reward. Sigrid made the trip fun and educational and made sure all five of us were able to go at a comfortable pace, supplying walking sticks when needed and lots of local tips from a Oaxacan native. Highly recommend!
Super experience, and so nice to be in a group of six or less guests. Sigrid was super knowledgeable, providing interesting and thorough descriptions. Definitely recommend. Also, go on a weekday if you can to enjoy fewer other groups there.
Am amazing day spent in nature with a wonderful guide from Valterra Excursions and a local guide from Hierve el Agua. It was a glorious day, we learned so much and would recommend it!
