Sierra Norte Hike and Indigenous Village Full-Day Adventure

5.0 (15 reviews) Oaxaca City, Mexico
Duration9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

Behold the beauty of the HIGHLANDS of northern Oaxaca's Sierra Norte region in an intimate small group experience in this full-day hiking tour. Discover the indigenous village of Cuajimoloyas, situated at 3,150 meters above sea level, and enjoy breathtaking mountain views. Start your day with a hearty breakfast before trekking through lush cloud forests adorned with local flora, including giant agaves and wildflowers. The 8 km hike features scenic trails in a pine forest, impressive rock walls, view points, and optional activities like crossing a long suspension bridge. Conclude your adventure with a delicious lunch featuring authentic mountain cuisine.

-Tour Duration: 9 hours
-Guided in both English and Spanish with a bilingual professional guide.
-Intimate groups of 6 people max, so you can truly connect with other travelers.
-Moderate difficulty suitable for ages 16 and up
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Breakfast and lunch provided
- Hiking poles available
- Transportation included

What's included

  • Local community guide
  • Private transportation
  • Breakfast and lunch
  • Park entrance fee included
  • Professional bilingual guide
  • Fully guided informative tour
  • Hiking poles
  • Drinking water to refill your bottle

What to expect

  1. Templo de San Matias Jalatlaco
    15m
    Meet by the front of the Jalatlaco church
  2. Cuajimoloyas
    1h 30m
    Enjoy a 90 minute drive as we make our way up the mountains
  3. Cuajimoloyas
    45m
    Breakfast time! Try memelas and coffee at a local eatery in the mountains (included)
  4. Cuajimoloyas
    1h
    Start the hike!
    Distance: 8 km / 5 mi total approx.
    Hike time: 3:30 hrs. approx.
    Elev. gain: 350+ m.
    Moderate hike.
  5. Cuajimoloyas
    1h
    Admire the views. Hike through pine forest trails, a crevasse, tall rock walls
  6. Cuajimoloyas
    1h
    Enjoy nature. See native plants, ferns, stunning giant agaves, wildflowers
  7. Cuajimoloyas
    30m
    Journey across a 100+ meter suspension bridge.
  8. Cuajimoloyas
    45m
    Lunch in the village. Try authentic, homemade mountain cuisine (included)
  9. Oaxaca
    1h 30m
    Start the drive back to Oaxaca city and finish by 4:30-5 pm

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet by the front entrance of San Matias Jalatlaco church in Jalatlaco neighborhood

End point

Meet by the front entrance of San Matias Jalatlaco church in Jalatlaco neighborhood

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments
  • Not recommended for travelers with respiratory issues
  • Not recommended for travelers with low level of fitness
  • ABOUT THE HIKE: - Distance: 8+ km. / 5+ miles total approx. - Hike time: 3:30 hrs. approx. moderate hike. - Elevation: 3,050 m. min, 3,230 m. max. - Elev. gain: 250+ m. - The activity level is moderate and the skill level is intermediate. - It's important to be familiar with the hike distance/time to enjoy this adventure.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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