Embark on a breathtaking Sierra Norte hike, explore indigenous villages, and savor authentic mountain cuisine. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers.
Embark on a breathtaking Sierra Norte hike, explore indigenous villages, and savor authentic mountain cuisine. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers.
- Templo de San Matias Jalatlaco - Gather at the entrance of the Jalatlaco church
- Cuajimoloyas - Delight in a 90-minute drive as the journey ascends the mountains
- Cuajimoloyas - Breakfast is served! Savor memelas and coffee at a local mountain eatery (included)
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Cuajimoloyas - Begin the hike!
Distance: Approximately 8 km / 5 mi total…
- Templo de San Matias Jalatlaco - Gather at the entrance of the Jalatlaco church
- Cuajimoloyas - Delight in a 90-minute drive as the journey ascends the mountains
- Cuajimoloyas - Breakfast is served! Savor memelas and coffee at a local mountain eatery (included)
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Cuajimoloyas - Begin the hike!
Distance: Approximately 8 km / 5 mi total
Hike duration: Around 3 hours and 30 minutes
Elevation gain: Over 350 meters
Moderate difficulty - Cuajimoloyas - Take in the scenery. Trek through pine forest paths, a crevasse, and towering rock walls
- Cuajimoloyas - Relish the natural surroundings. Observe native plants, ferns, magnificent giant agaves, and wildflowers
- Cuajimoloyas - Cross a suspension bridge spanning over 100 meters
- Cuajimoloyas - Lunch in the village. Experience genuine, homemade mountain dishes (included)
- Oaxaca - Begin the return drive to Oaxaca city, concluding by 4:30-5 pm

- Local community guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Meals
- Park entrance fee included
- Professional bilingual guide
- Fully guided informative tour
- Hiking poles
- Bottled water
- Local community guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Meals
- Park entrance fee included
- Professional bilingual guide
- Fully guided informative tour
- Hiking poles
- Bottled water
- Access to suspension bridge ($70 pesos)
- Access to suspension bridge ($70 pesos)
Embark on a captivating full-day hiking tour in the breathtaking Sierra Norte region of Oaxaca. Visit the indigenous village of Cuajimoloyas, perched at an elevation of 3,150 meters, and take in the stunning mountain vistas. Begin your journey with a robust breakfast before hiking through verdant cloud forests, rich with local flora such as giant agaves…
Embark on a captivating full-day hiking tour in the breathtaking Sierra Norte region of Oaxaca. Visit the indigenous village of Cuajimoloyas, perched at an elevation of 3,150 meters, and take in the stunning mountain vistas. Begin your journey with a robust breakfast before hiking through verdant cloud forests, rich with local flora such as giant agaves and wildflowers. This 8 km trek offers picturesque trails through a pine forest, striking rock formations, scenic viewpoints, and optional activities like traversing a long suspension bridge. Wrap up your excursion with a delightful lunch featuring genuine mountain cuisine.
- Tour Duration: 9 hours
- Guided in both English and Spanish by a bilingual professional guide.
- Small group
- Moderate difficulty suitable for ages 16 and up
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Breakfast and lunch included
- Hiking poles available
- Transportation provided
- 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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.