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Hierve el Agua Tour: Scenic Waterfalls & Relaxation
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24 Ratings
Oaxaca de Juárez
This is the ideal way to explore Hierve el Agua. Join a small group to walk through the waterfalls, swim, and unwind. There will be no unnecessary stops.
This is the ideal way to explore Hierve el Agua. Join a small group to walk through the waterfalls, swim, and unwind. There will be no unnecessary stops.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Hierve el Agua - Experience the stunning beauty of the petrified waterfalls at Hierve el Agua, formed over millennia by water rich in calcium carbonate.
This is the ideal way to explore Hierve el Agua. The group will be small, allowing for a leisurely walk through the waterfalls, swimming, and relaxation, without any unnecessary stops.
The meeting…
- Hierve el Agua - Experience the stunning beauty of the petrified waterfalls at Hierve el Agua, formed over millennia by water rich in calcium carbonate.
This is the ideal way to explore Hierve el Agua. The group will be small, allowing for a leisurely walk through the waterfalls, swimming, and relaxation, without any unnecessary stops.
The meeting point is in the center of Oaxaca. From there, the journey to Hierve el Agua will commence
(1:30 hr. [70 km]).
Upon arrival, the hike to the petrified waterfalls will begin. The group will visit the best viewpoints to enjoy breathtaking views, then proceed to the base to admire their grandeur from below. The return journey will lead to the natural pools, perfect for swimming and unwinding.
The day will conclude with a delightful lunch at local food stalls.
Afterward, the return trip to Oaxaca will begin.
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
- All entry and toll fees are covered.
- Transportation: 6-passenger vehicle with AC
- Local guide fees,
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Hiking poles
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
- Guides In-person: English, Spanish
- Private transportation
- Hiking poles
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
- Guides In-person: English, Spanish
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Location
Jardín Etnobotánico de Oaxaca
Reforma
We meet in the main entrance of the etnobothanical garden
reforma St corner with Constitucion St
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
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(24 Ratings)
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Anitacn6453sv
Jun 24, 2025
Breathtaking Views - Visiting Hierve el Agua was one of the best parts of my trip to Oaxaca, and having Paul as our tour guide made it even better! The views were absolutely breathtaking. The petrified waterfalls, mineral pools, and surrounding mountains were like something out of a postcard.
Paul was friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about sharing the history and natural beauty of the area. He gave us interesting background on the formations, led us on a scenic hike, and made sure everyone had time to relax and enjoy the pools. His energy and warmth made the experience feel personal and unforgettable.
The drive up was a bit rough, with a moderate hike up the mountain, but totally worth it once you see the view. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Oaxaca — and if you can, ask for Paul!
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Michael_b
Jun 21, 2025
Paul was a great guide,... - Paul was a great guide, extremely friendly and knowledgeable, and speaks excellent English. This trip is also great because it’s Hierve el Agua only — a much shorter and more flexible trip than most of the other Hierve el Agua tours.
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Hazel_a
Jun 13, 2025
Definitely book this one... - Definitely book this one ☺️ Paul was a really wonderful guide, he told us lots of interesting information about the formation and the plants whilst we hiked around. We had an hour to swim in the pools which was the perfect amount of time and after we had a really great lunch. Couldn’t be happier with the experience. Also glad I did just the half day because I was knackered afterwards!
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Drew_c
May 27, 2025
Must do! - Wonderful way to see Hierve el Agua! The guide (and driver) was so professional and nice (and his English was perfect). Excellent pickup location in Centro de Oaxaca and 1.5ish hour drive each way. We enjoyed the small (45 minute hike) to see different views of the water/cliffs and then we had an hour on our own to swim! The trip was particularly well planned as we left earlier than most other tour groups, so we had the place to ourselves for the first bit. Bring cash for the lunch vendors, water, sunscreen and sneakers or hiking shoes! Not that strenuous, however.
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Diane_s
May 15, 2025
A Fun and Informative Tour! - Hierve de Agua is a beautiful place. Our tour guide, Paul, was so knowledgeable about everything. We learned about local communities, culture, plants, mezcal and more! There was something for everyone on this tour. The hike was done in an enjoyable pace which gave ample opportunities for questions, scenic views and photos. Overall, I highly recommend this tour with Paul.
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Thomas_e
May 15, 2025
Perfect Way to Visit - Really enjoyed this trip, more of a condensed version of many other trips out there. Got to experience the pools with out too many other people around which was really nice, and enjoyed hiking to the base of the falls to really get up close and see the environment. The hike is very steep though, which caught some people off guard. Paul was fantastic and had lots of great info to answer any questions. Had a delicious lunch at a nearby stand with some fantastic fresh fruit and coconuts!
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Cindy_m
May 7, 2025
Paul picked us up right... - Paul picked us up right from our hotel which was very convenient as the tour started early. We stopped to get churros and tamales and headed to the waterfall. Along the way we got to see Mezcal being made in the traditional way and small town life. Paul took us on a hike to the bottom of the falls explaining different plants and geologic areas as we went. At the end, the hike was steep up to the top where we had time to swim in the pools. It was beautiful! We then ate lunch before leaving. We liked that this was only a half day excursion, it was the perfect length of time for us. Paul is very knowledgable about this area and it was overall a great experience!
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Tourist772422
Apr 22, 2025
Exciting, informative, alternating, personal also because of the small group size of 5 people totally. - Paul was a great guide. He knew a lot about Hierve al Agu, was courteous and pleasant throughout.
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Nmnlynn
Apr 18, 2025
Wonderful Experience - Paul is very professional and informative about the formations and local plants. Julio was our driver and engaging. We had a fabulous experience!
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Lauren_f
Apr 17, 2025
The hike around the falls... - The hike around the falls is not easy, but it is definitely worth it! Paul was an excellent guide - would recommend!
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