San Cristóbal de las Casas: Hiking to Indigenous Communities

Outdoor sports Nature & adventure Tours Outdoor activities Hiking

Explore the Chiapas Highlands on a unique hiking adventure. Witness indigenous ceremonies, spot diverse birds, and hike through one of Mexico's last cloud forests.

Highlights

Hike through Mexico's last cloud forests
Witness indigenous ceremonies at the summit
Spot a variety of bird species

Description

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Chiapas Highlands with our guided hiking tour to the indigenous communities. Starting with transportation from your hotel, this 5-hour adventure will take you to one of the last remaining cloud forests in Mexico, also known as the 'mountain of hummingbirds' in Nahuatl. The hike covers 8 kilometers with a 650-meter elevation gain, offering stunning views of unique vegetation, biodiversity, and microclimates. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to witness traditional ceremonies at the summit's hermitage and spot a wide variety of birds. This tour provides a rich cultural experience combined with the beauty of nature, making it perfect for those seeking an immersive adventure. Later we continue the path, on the way we immerse ourselves in the forest that simulates being in the jungle, on the way we will appreciate the changes in landscape and vegetation until we reach the community of Zinacantán, we will visit a Zinacanteca family where we will learn about their textiles, later we continue . The road this time by car to the community of Chamula, where we will visit its main church where we will see traditional Mayan medicine with traditional healers. Our knowledgeable guides will lead you through this fascinating landscape, ensuring a safe and enriching experience. The tour is available for groups of 2 to 10 people, with rates varying based on group size.