Hierve el Agua & Tule Tree: Half-Day Tour with a Certified Guide

5.0
(8 reviews)
Oaxaca City, Mexico

7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover the natural wonder of Hierve el Agua, where the petrified waterfalls create a stunning backdrop for exploration. Enjoy a personalized experience with a small group as you wander through unique rock formations, take a swim in the pools, and soak in spectacular views of the mountains and valleys. Your guide will provide insightful information about the calcification process that created these rock formations.

• Arriving early means avoiding the crowds at Hierve el Agua, giving you a more enjoyable visit.
• Swim in the pools and hike the trails to view unique rock formations.

On our way back to Oaxaca City, we’ll take advantage of being in the southern valley to stop at the famous Árbol del Tule—home to the widest tree trunk in the world! Your guide will share facts about this incredible living giant. Since it sits right along our return route, it’s a convenient addition, making the most of our half-day tour so you get back to Oaxaca with plenty of time left to enjoy the city.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bilingual guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food & drinks are not included in the tour, as mentioned in the tour description. I highly recommend bringing enough cash in Mexican pesos (MXN)
Food & drinks are not included in the tour, as mentioned in the tour description. I highly recommend bringing enough cash in Mexican pesos (MXN)
Coffee and/or Tea
Bottled water
Entrance fees are not included. Please bring cash in Mexican pesos (preferably in small bills) to cover these expenses: 50 MXN for Hierve el Agua and 20 MXN for the Árbol del Tule entrance per person.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Templo de San Matías Jalatlaco

Meet at Jalatlaco church at 7:00 AM. Enjoy coffee and breakfast before the tour to keep your energy up. Please arrive a few minutes early and bring some cash in mexican pesos.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Hierve el Agua

    We will explore the stunning **Hierve el Agua**, where I will personally be your bilingual guide (English & Spanish)! Together, we’ll walk the trails to see the famous petrified waterfalls, explore the unique rock formations, and enjoy breathtaking mountain views. You’ll also have a bit of time to relax or take a refreshing swim in the natural pools. * **Entrance Fee:** Tickets are not included. So please bring **50 Mexican Pesos in cash** per person.

    3 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Tule Tree

    We will visit the famous **Árbol del Tule**, renowned for having the widest tree trunk in the world! * **Entrance Fee:** Tickets are not included, so please bring **20 Mexican Pesos in cash** per person to cover your admission. * **Guided Tour:** Your guide will walk with you around the massive trunk to share the unique details of this incredible natural wonder.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • This tour is not recommended for babies or for children under 5 years old.
Supplied by Oaxacan Journey

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Cancellation Policy

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

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