Hierve el Agua Tour
This tour visits a very beautiful landscape area and the so-called “petrified waterfalls” formed during millions of years by the precipitation of limestone. The location is outside the valley and it takes almost two hours to get there. Besides the landscape and the hike to see the full site, there is also the possibility of swimming in the pools there.
About This Tour
The place is of stunning beauty, surrounded by mountains and a gorgeous landscape.
The place is called HIERVE EL AGUA (Boiling Water) even though the water from the springs is not hot. The sources of water look like boiling because of the gas bubbles associated with the springing water which gives the impression of boiling. The Cascades are geological formations that were formed out of the suspended carbonates and other minerals during millions of years; they give the impression of petrified waterfalls.
To really see the whole place, a hike is necessary. It takes about two hours to do that, depending on how fast we walk; it goes down the hill and up again. After the hike, we will reach the pools, where will have the possibility of enjoying a good swim.
On our way back we will visit a Palenque, the place where MEZCAL is made, have a taste of it and if you wish, purchase some of it.
NOTE: Due to the fact that the area is own by an Indian community, you will be asked to:
1.- Pay the Access at two different places and a Parking fee
2.- Take a community guide for the hike.
Tour Price
Tour pricing is tailored to accommodate the specific needs of your group, taking into account both the number of participants and the season of the year. We invite you to request a personalized quotation to ensure you receive the most accurate and competitive pricing for your memorable journey. THE FEE INCLUDES TRANSPORTATION AND GUIDE SERVICES ONLY.
Duration & Start Time
The tour normally lasts 6 hours, from the time we leave the hotel to the time we return to it. If the group has lots of questions this might be a little longer or shorter if the group decides it so.
Itinerary
The tour starts at the meeting place, usually the lobby of your hotel if it is located downtown; then we drive for about 1.45 h to the place. We do the hike, take the time to enjoy a swim at your leisure, and then drive to a nearby place to have lunch. The visit of one Mezcal distillery on the way is included.
Meeting Point & Transportation
The standard meeting point is the lobby of your hotel if it is located downtown in the city. If you are in a place around the city, we will need to set a convenient meeting point in the city. Transportation is in an A/C VAN, fully authorized for tourism service.
Recommendations
Good walking shoes, drink water, a hat for the sun, sun cream, camera, eventually, binoculars, raincoat or umbrella in the summer months.
Included With This Tour
Transportation in an A/C VAN
Guide Service by a fully Licensed and Certified guide
A soft drink
Additional Costs
Additional cost for admission fees, extra beverages & food as needed, tips.
Tour Reviews
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“Highly recommend Juan as a tour guide. This was a great day trip from Oaxaca and was very informative and enjoyable.”
— NP, USA
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“A fantastic tour with a fantastic guide. Juan has an amazing knowledge of local history, but also of local flora and fauna. He has a great sense of humour and is extremely lovely company as well as an amazing guide. We gained a lot of insight and knowledge as well as having a lot of fun. A very special day out with a very special guide - highly recommended.”
— AB, UK
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“This tour to Hierve el Agua and Mitla was wonderful. The scenery around the "waterfall" and the history of Mitla were highlights. Don Juan is highly intelligent, knowledgeable, accommodating and personable. I highly recommend him to anyone as a tour guide.”
— KP, USA
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“Juan was very knowledgeable and very helpful with one of us who had a back fusion and a recent sprained ankle.”
— KT, USA
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“Juan was incredible! We spent more than two hours hiking at hierve el agua and because we had time left over at the end of the tour, added on a visit to a beautiful 16th century church. Would highly recommend Juan!”
— BR, CANADA