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- English
- Spanish
Explore the majestic Sierra Norte region of Oaxaca on a captivating half-day hike. Ascend to the breathtaking La Cumbre Ixtepeji viewpoint at 3,000 meters, where panoramic mountain vistas await. The trail winds through a lush cloud forest, showcasing unique flora including giant agaves and vibrant wildflowers. With a bilingual guide leading the way, this small group experience ensures an intimate adventure. After the hike, savor an authentic Oaxacan lunch at a charming mountainside eatery, capped off with the satisfaction of conquering over 9 kilometers of stunning trails.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet by the front gate of San Matias Jalatlaco church in Jalatlaco neighborhood in Oaxaca city
What to expect
Fully guided in both ENGLISH and Spanish. This is the perfect HALF-DAY trip to start your day with a hike in Sierra Norte in a SMALL group, and after lunch, get back in the early afternoon to enjoy the city and get the most out of your day.
We'll meet downtown Oaxaca to begin our journey to the GORGEOUS forest in La Cumbre Ixtepeji (1 hr drive / 30 km).
Once we arrive, we´ll start the hike into the CLOUD forest where we will see a lot of local plants like ferns, stunning GIANT agaves, wildflowers, pine trees, oaks, wild MUSHROOMS (in rain season) and many more, as we hike up through gorgeous forest trails, until we reach the view point and WATCH TOWER at 3,200 meters. The views here are just incredible!
We'll continue the hike down the forest trail and then drive to a MOUNTAINSIDE eatery to have a well-earned AUTHENTIC Oaxacan lunch.
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 travelers with mobility impairments
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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 travelers with mobility impairments
- Not recommended for travelers with breathing issues
- ABOUT THE HIKE: - Distance: 9 km. / 5.5+ miles total approx. - Hike time: 3:30 hrs. approx. Moderately challenging hike. - Elevation: 2,880 m. min, 3,200 m. max. - Elev. gain: 400+ m. - The activity level is moderately challenging and the skill level is beginner-intermediate. - It's important to be familiar with the hike distance/time to enjoy this adventure.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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