Top Ciudad Valles Outdoor Activities

Satisfy an appetite for adventure on a day trip to the Minas Viejas and Micos Waterfalls. You'll follow what's known as the Waterfall Route, without having to worry about hiring a car or navigating—so you can keep your eyes fixed firmly on the scenery. Plus, you'll have time to swim, splash, and jump from heights of up to 8 meters (25 feet), making this ideal for thrill seekers.

Gain an intimate glimpse of San Luis Potosí’s natural landscape on this full-day canoe tour to Tamul Waterfall and Cueva del Agua. Soak up the views as you follow your guide along the Tampaon River, pose for pictures at the foot of the falls, then cool off with a dip in a cenote, before unwinding over a local lunch in La Morena. Round-trip transportation from Ciudad Valles hotels comes included.

Swap the city streets for the natural wonders of the Ciudad Valles countryside on a sightseeing tour that reveals natural pools and secluded waterfalls. Let your adrenaline levels soar as you jump from ledges up to 9 meters (30 feet) at Puente de Dios (Bridge of God), and enjoy personalized attention from your guide in a small group limited to 10.

Visit the "jewel of the potosina waterfalls" on this canoe ride and tour. Leaving from Aquismón, we'll row upstream on the Tampaón River in a long, traditional wooden panga canoe. We'll enjoy beautiful scenery, flora and fauna as we paddle through canyons and rock formations. Our destination is the Tamul Waterfall—the third largest in the country. On our return, we'll hit some rapids and have a chance to swim in the calm waters of the El Cenote Huasteco de Agua.

Soak up gentle thrills on this rafting tour down the Tampaon River in Ciudad Valles. With a guide leading the way, bounce through class III rapids, meaning the rapids are both easygoing and exciting — perfect for families, novices and nature enthusiasts looking for a laid-back adventure. Admire some of the most beautiful views in the Huasteca Potosina area. After rafting, reward your efforts with a scrumptious lunch. Bonus: Hotel transportation is included.

Skip the stress of navigating remote jungle roads and explore Huasteca Potosina’s wonders with ease on this small-group tour from Ciudad Vallles. Wander through the Edward James Surrealist Garden, where sculptures, waterfalls, and lush vegetation create a dreamy atmosphere. Then, admire the spectacle of thousands of swifts diving into the vast cave of Sótano de las Huahuas.