Sierra Norte Hike and Indigenous Village Full-Day Adventure
Oaxaca City, Mexicoby Valterra Excursiones
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 6 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English, Spanish
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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
Itinerary
- 1
Templo de San Matias Jalatlaco
15 min
Meet by the front of the Jalatlaco church
- 2
Cuajimoloyas
1.5 hours
Enjoy a 90 minute drive as we make our way up the mountains
- 3
Cuajimoloyas
45 min
Breakfast time! Try memelas and coffee at a local eatery in the mountains (included)
- 4
Cuajimoloyas
1 hour
Start the hike! Distance: 8 km / 5 mi total approx. Hike time: 3:30 hrs. approx. Elev. gain: 350+ m. Moderate hike.
- 5
Cuajimoloyas
1 hour
Admire the views. Hike through pine forest trails, a crevasse, tall rock walls
- 6
Cuajimoloyas
1 hour
Enjoy nature. See native plants, ferns, stunning giant agaves, wildflowers
- 7
Cuajimoloyas
30 min
Journey across a 100+ meter suspension bridge.
- 8
Cuajimoloyas
45 min
Lunch in the village. Try authentic, homemade mountain cuisine (included)
- 9
Oaxaca
1.5 hours
Start the drive back to Oaxaca city and finish by 4:30-5 pm
Meeting and pickup
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
Good to know
- 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
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- 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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