Top Chiapas Outdoor Activities - page 2

See the lakes and waterfalls of southern Chiapas on a full-day trip from San Cristobal to Lagos de Montebello and Cascada el Chiflon, then visit a traditional Tzeltal community that’s renowned for handicrafts. You’ll explore a landscape dotted with interconnected lakes, then walk past a series of cascades to a 394-foot (120-meter) waterfall surrounded by lush vegetation. In Amatenango del Valle, see traditional garb of embroidered huipiles, and shop for Tzeltal pottery adorned with intricate motifs.

Combine visits to the Palenque archaeological site (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the waterfalls at Misolha and Agua Azul in a single tour from San Cristóbal de las Casas. Spend a few hours learning about Mayan culture at the important archaeological site with your guide, then move on to the waterfalls to cool off and take in the natural scenery. Breakfast, and round-trip hotel transportation included.

Bicycle across the Chiapas Highlands and visit indigenous communiites you go. Depart from either San Cristóbal de las Casas or Tuxtla Gutiérrez on this 20-mile (32-km) cultural adventure. You'll follow a moderate, single-track trail through villages such as San Juan Chamula—home to indigenous Tzotzil people—and Zinacantán, where you'll stop for quesadillas in a local home. Along the way enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and valleys and stop at area landmarks like the Church of San Juan Bautista, which honors a blend of Catholicism and local Mayan religion.

Your private tour to travel like a local and with locals to go deeper into indigenous cultures and the Land of the Mayans. Chiapas is a natural wonder of its own with one of the world's deepest canyons, aqua blue waterfalls, pristine lagoon and cenote, and a jungle with unexcavated Mayan ruins. *This exclusive tour is offered select start dates throughout the year during the best season January (The Grand Fiesta of Chiapa de Corzo) - June. Why Travel with us? Experience real encounters with local hosts, mutual personal growth, cultural awareness, support the local community, businesses, and natives. Make an impact on the ecological conservation and wildlife rehabilitation center (donation included). Your Travel Concierge will be with you. We immerse you and personalize private group tours. We advocate healthy and active, Slow Tourism. We are your Certified Accessibility Advocate, certified bilingual guides, and a verified, licensed, insured agency and tour operator.

Visit three of southern Mexico’s top destinations on a full-day tour to Agua Azul, Misol-Ha Waterfall, and the ancient Mayan ruins of Palenque. You can take nature walks and swim in natural pools at the waterfalls of Agua Azul and Misol Ha. Then have time to explore the archaeological site of Palenque, a UNESCO World Heritage that dates back to the seventh century.

Experience the living sea and the dead sea in one tour. Enjoy local cuisine, Chiapanecas beaches during your stay. At the end of this day we return to San Cristobal de las Casas.

Visit the stunning waterfalls of Agua Azul during a full-day tour that includes one-way transfer from San Cristobal de las Casas to Palenque. At Agua Azul, you can go swimming at the falls (weather permitting), or walk to additional falls nearby. Afterward, continue to your choice of either Misol Ha—another impressive waterfall, or the National Park of Palenque—one of Mexico's top sites for Mayan ruins. Along the way, you'll pass through the Lacandon rain forest and learn from your guide about the history of Chiapas.