Huatulco: Waterfalls, Zipline & Oaxacan Food
Description
After a scenic 50-minute drive, we’ll stop at a traditional pre-Hispanic tasting spot, where you’ll sample local cacao, coffee, and mezcal while discovering how handmade tortillas are crafted. This is just a warm-up for the highlight of the day: the waterfalls. Our main destination is a stunning set of waterfalls, where crystal-clear waters and lush surroundings invite you to swim, relax, and feel the refreshing power of the main cascade. At the upper level, hidden caves add a touch of mystery to the adventure. For thrill-seekers, enjoy the excitement of a zipline ride. After the adventure, we’ll head to Finca la Gloria, where you’ll savor an authentic Oaxacan meal featuring black mole with chicken, beans, carnitas, and handmade tortillas. To end the day, we journey back through the Sierra jungle, surrounded by rich flora and fauna, all the way to your hotel. With breathtaking landscapes and exciting activities, this experience promises to be truly unforgettable.
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Itinerary
Live the magic with us to enjoy the Sierra Madre del Sur de Oaxaca, one of the richest in the world in terms of flora and fauna and where the best coffee beans are grown. This wonderful adventure begins starting from the bays of Huatulco and heading to the population of Llano Grande, a community located in the mountains. The journey of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes will take us through dirt roads, where we will appreciate the colors and sounds of the jungle, and feel a sense of tranquility as we connect with nature. Upon arrival at the coffee farm, we will start a walking tour along a path that follows the river, where we can stop to take beautiful pictures and observe small waterfalls that form beautiful pools of water, ideal for cooling off. When we reach the main waterfall, we will spend approximately 1 hour and a half enjoying the water. After enjoying the water, we will return to the farm to have a traditional Oaxacan meal, such as black mole, black beans, pork carnitas.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Your pick up will be in the lobby Hotel or Villa. Also could be in a specific meeting point if you are staying in a Rbnb.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- reservation is needed 48 hours before
Reviews(76)
Excellent service, great attention from the guide Archi, the food was excellent, and the waterfalls were a luxury 💞💞
Hola Elisabet, ¡Muchas gracias por su reseña! Nos alegra saber que disfrutó de las cascadas, la deliciosa comida y, especialmente, de la atención de nuestro guía Archi. Comentarios como el suyo nos motivan a seguir ofreciendo experiencias inolvidables. ¡Esperamos recibirla nuevamente muy pronto! The Paraiso Huatulco Team
Beautiful experience our tour Raciel guide was very welcoming and educational.
Thank you, Amy, for your kind words. We’re delighted you enjoyed the waterfalls and zipline experience. Raciel will be happy to hear your feedback—he truly loves sharing his knowledge and making guests feel welcome. — The Paraiso Huatulco Team.
Oscar helped us choose the right tour and made sure we understand what to expect. The waterfalls were so magical and an experience we will never forget. The local food was so authentic. The whole experience, including our personal driver was outstanding. Just be prepared that you do experience along a winding road up a mountain to get to the waterfalls overall I’d highly recommend it , gracious Oscar you are awesome!
Hola, thank you for your lovely review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the waterfalls, authentic food, and the overall experience. Oscar will be happy to hear your kind words. We appreciate your note about the mountain road and your recommendation! — The Paraiso Huatulco Team
Very pretty waterfalls. Easy access but not for those that might have mobility problems. The drive is 1.5 hours with 30 minute over a very rough road. Our driver was excellent. The lunch was good and plentiful. Overall a positive experience.
Thank you, Simon, for sharing your experience! We’re glad you enjoyed the beautiful waterfalls, the lunch, and that you felt well taken care of by our driver. The mountainous route does include a rustic road section, but it allows access to these lovely natural sites. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again! The Paraiso Huatulco Team.
Wonderful day at the waterfalls, stopped to make corn tortillas and buy chocolate, honey and mescal, terrific farm lunch and excellent tour guide 'Speedy Gonzalez"
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your day at the waterfalls, the traditional tortilla-making experience, and the opportunity to taste local chocolate, honey, and mezcal. It’s great to know the farm lunch and the guidance from “Speedy Gonzalez” made your experience even more special. We truly appreciate you choosing to explore Huatulco with us and hope to welcome you again soon. The Paraiso Huatulco Team
We met Valentino (+52 958 589 2015) on the beach at Secrets. After talking to him for a while, we hired him to take us to the waterfalls in the mountains. The drive is amazing. You go through small villages, and see how some of the locals live. Most of the road is windy and paved. The last 5 km is dirt and very rough. We stopped at a coffee plantation. At the end of the road Valentino took us into where we would be having lunch, which used to be a coffee plantation, along with all of the machinery needed to process coffee. There were clean bathrooms, and a gift shop [ of course]. We then proceeded to the falls. There is an entry fee [ not included in tour] of 100 pesos. They village uses that money to maintain the walkways, change rooms and bathrooms. [very clean, but no seat on the flushing toilet] The walk to the falls is less than five minutes. The water is crystal clear, and very refreshing. My wife and I swam in three of the pools, and I managed to get under two of the waterfalls. After an hour or so in the water it was back to have lunch. It was fantastic. We had chicken, and pork, with salad, and a lot of sauces that I don't remember the names of. The mole was the best I have ever had. After a bathroom break we were on our way back to Secrets. Valentino stopped to get some small bananas for his grandchildren. We each had one. I is hard to go back to the one we have at home. A little background on Valentino Garcia Ortiz. He is in his mid sixties, and has be doing guiding foe about 50 years. His English is excellent. He has two boats for fishing and tours, as well as the van. His kids were running the boat when we were there. He was one of the founders of the recycle program in Huatulco many years ago. He was on the city council for three years in the early 2020's.
Hola, Thank you so much for sharing such a detailed and wonderful review of your experience to the mountain waterfalls. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the scenic drive through the villages, the visit to the coffee plantation, and of course the refreshing swim in the crystal-clear pools. It’s great to know that the lunch was a highlight as well — especially the mole! Experiences like this, combining nature, culture, and local flavors, are what make the Sierra of Huatulco so special. We also appreciate you mentioning the community entrance fee. As you noted, this contribution helps the village maintain the facilities and preserve the area for future visitors. Thank you again for choosing to explore Huatulco’s Mountain Waterfalls. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure very soon. The Paraiso Huatulco Team
The experience was great - but definitely NOT for anyone with mobility issues or who gets carsick. Also note that this price is only for the van & an excellent guide - EVERYTHING else is extra. Rates for all the activities quoted in the confirmation message the day before departure were also NOT accurate. So be sure to bring extra PESOS & NOT $US
Hola, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback about Huatulco’s Mountain Waterfalls. We’re pleased to know you found the experience enjoyable and that you appreciated the service of our guide. > > As noted in the tour description, this excursion involves mountain roads and walking on uneven terrain, which may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations or those sensitive to motion sickness. We appreciate you reinforcing this for future travelers. Regarding pricing, the tour rate covers transportation and the professional guide. Entrance fees, local activities, meals, and other personal expenses are listed as not included and are paid directly on site. Local suppliers set these costs, and they may vary. For this reason, we recommend bringing sufficient cash in Mexican pesos, as most locations do not accept US dollars. Thank you again for your comments, which help us and future guests better prepare. >The Paraiso Huatulco Team.
Road was steep and windy in some places so got a bit motion sick - otherwise great experience!
Dear Cassie, Thank you very much for sharing your feedback about Huatulco’s Mountain Waterfalls tour. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the experience, especially the waterfall visit, corn tortilla making, and coffee tasting. We appreciate your note regarding the steep and winding road. The route does take us through the mountains, and we understand it can be challenging for some guests. We always recommend motion sickness precautions for future travelers, and we’re glad this did not overshadow your overall experience. Thank you again for choosing us—we hope to welcome you back to Huatulco soon! The Paraiso Huatulco Team
We loved this tour! The waterfalls are beautiful to look at but also to swim in. Afterwards you get to visit a small farming community for a really tasty lunch and sample coffee and chocolates. Highly recommend if you’re visiting Huatulco.
Thank you so much, Tim! We’re delighted you enjoyed the waterfalls and the visit to the local community. It’s wonderful to know you appreciated the lunch, coffee, and chocolate tasting — such a special part of the Huatulco experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon! Best Regards
Mr Victor Zaragoza very friendly, was explaining everything during the tour, the waterfalls are beautiful, the food delicious and the people also very friendly.
¡Muchas gracias, Sandra! Nos alegra mucho saber que disfrutaron del recorrido a las cascadas y que el Sr. Víctor Zaragoza hizo de su experiencia algo aún más especial con sus explicaciones y atención. Nos llena de orgullo compartir la belleza y hospitalidad de Huatulco con visitantes como ustedes.
