2 Days Sierra Norte Cloud Forest Adventure

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2 days (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Explore Oaxaca’s Sierra Norte on an immersive 2-day hiking adventure through the cloud forests of Pueblos Mancomunados. Hike two distinct mountain routes through pine and oak forests, dramatic rock formations, and panoramic highland landscapes, reaching elevations over 3,200 m (10,500 ft). Along the way, experience community life, enjoy traditional meals prepared locally, and spend the night in a cozy private mountain cabin with a fireplace. With a maximum of six travelers, this small-group adventure combines beautiful hikes, nature, local culture, and time to unwind in the mountains.

- Hike two distinct mountain routes of 8 km and 14 km through the Sierra Norte highlands
- Spend the night in a cozy private mountain cabin surrounded by forest
- Enjoy traditional breakfast and lunch prepared locally on both days
- Small-group experience with a maximum of 6 travelers
- Free afternoon with optional activities including ziplining, massage, and traditional cleansing

What's Included

Round-trip transportation from Oaxaca City
Community and hiking access fees
Lunch (Optional[2])
Lunch
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Professional bilingual guide
1-night accommodation in a private mountain cabin
Hiking poles
Gratuities
Optional activities during free time
Additional food, drinks and personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Templo de San Matías Jalatlaco

Meet your guide at the FRONT entrance of San Matias Jalatlaco church in Jalatlaco neighborhood

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Cloud Forest Hike & Village Experience

    4 stops
  • 1

    Traditional Breakfast: Stop at a local family eatery in the Sierra Norte for a traditional breakfast of memelas and coffee before beginning the hike.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Cloud Forest Hike: Explore the Sierra Norte highlands on an 8 km (5 mi) guided hike through cloud forest, with ferns, agaves, pine and oak trees, rock formations and panoramic mountain views.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Traditional Oaxacan Lunch: Enjoy a homemade lunch prepared by a local family after the hike.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Cuajimoloyas

    Free Afternoon in the Mountain Village: After lunch, settle into your private cabin and enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your own pace. Optional activities such as the suspension bridge, zipline, massage or traditional limpia are available locally at an additional cost.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Full-Day Mountain Hike

    3 stops
  • 5
    Cuajimoloyas

    Traditional Breakfast: Start the day with a traditional breakfast in the mountain village before heading out for the day's hike.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Full-Day Mountain Hike: Set out on a 14 km (8.7 mi) guided hike across the Sierra Norte highlands, following mountain trails through pine and oak forests, with dramatic changes in landscape and sweeping views along the way. Your guide will share insights into the environment, traditions and communities that have protected these mountains for generations.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 7

    Traditional Oaxacan Lunch: After completing the hike, enjoy a homemade traditional Oaxacan lunch prepared locally before returning to Oaxaca City. Expected arrival in Oaxaca City is around 4:00–5:00 PM on Day 2.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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 people with low fitness level
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Hiking Tours
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Overnight Tours
Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Small Group
Adventure Tours

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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