All Oaxaca Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 4

Went on the tour with Pavel as our guide. He was very informative and detailed before arriving at each site and throughout the visit at Monte Alban, describing essentially every building and the story behind them. The alebrije and black pottery workshop visits were good quick stops to learn about their creations, and there was no pressure to buy anything.

This tour far exceeded expectations. Our guide, Michelle, was so knowledgeable and just a delight. We learned so much about each of our stops - Monte Alban, the mezcal ancestral, the Alebrijes and the pottery. It was a tour for 6 and the other couple on our tour was also delightful. A wonderful day all around.

The Hierve el Agua location was very sunny the day of my trip. If other people have similar conditions on the day of their trip, then a wide brimmed hat is probably a good idea and also plenty of water for the hike. If you're prone to sunburn, take sunscreen or wear a long sleeve shirt.

This is a jam-packed but very well organised tour which includes several must-do activites in Oaxaca. We elected to go straight to the pools at Hierve del Agua rather than doing the hike and I would highly recommend this because it was so quiet when we got there that we almost had the pools to ourselves! The mezcal tasting was incredible (I think we were given 11 different types of Mezcal to try) and we especially loved our guided tour of Mitla and the info the guide shared about the Tule tree/town of Tule. We didn’t catch the name of our guide unfortunately but he was incredible and did a great job managing an at times rather difficult tour group. We were a little sad in the morning to have missed out on some of his guided commentary on the bus ride to the waterfalls (he stopped after someone interrupted him asking to get off the bus). We understood why he didn’t continue as most of the group were visibly disengaged, but we had been enjoying hearing about the local indigenous history of the area!

Brilliant cooking class, Adhey is an amazing chef and all her family are so lovely and welcoming. We cooked so many different dishes and they all tasted amazing. Adhey and Enrique made the day super special and it was a really great experience, this is a must do if you’re in Oaxaca!

Leyda was an excellent guide who was very knowledgeable and passionate about Mezcal and what it means to Oaxaca. My wife and I left with a deeper appreciation for the amount of effort it takes to produce them and how skilled mezcaleros are. The food, mezcales, tour, and general views were incredible. Would strongly recommend this experience - or following Leyda when she opens her own tour and experiences!

We were very lucky and saw Manta-rays, Turtles, Spotted Dolphins, White-bellied Dolphins, Blue Whales, and Killer Whale. Our pilot was fantastic, and would definitely recommend using the company (just know that the animals are seasonal and wild, so you’ll not always see the same animals on each trip)

We had an incredible experience on this market tour and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to connect with the real local culture. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable—not just about the food, but also the history, traditions, and daily life surrounding the market. Every stop felt intentional and full of insight. What really made the tour stand out was his friendly, easygoing approach. He made us feel comfortable right away and was happy to answer questions or tailor the experience based on our interests. It didn’t feel scripted at all—more like exploring with a well-connected local friend. Speaking of connections, it was clear he had strong relationships with many of the vendors. We were welcomed warmly at each stall, often getting to try things we wouldn’t have discovered on our own. That added a very authentic and personal touch to the whole experience. This is not a touristy market—it’s where locals actually shop, eat, and socialize. Being able to experience that side of the city made it feel truly special. If you’re looking for a genuine, immersive cultural experience, this tour is absolutely worth it.