Top San Cristóbal de las Casas Full-day Tours

Explore the rugged beauty of Sumidero Canyon National Park on this budget-friendly day trip from San Cristobal de las Casas. Marvel at Sumidero’s towering walls, which rise thousands of feet in some spots, and watch for crocodiles, monkeys, river turtles and numerous types of birds. After a boat ride through the Grijalva River and a walk through the canyon, visit the gorgeous colonial city of Chiapa de Corzo.

Skip the stress of planning transport and boat logistics on this seamless adventure through Sumidero Canyon from San Cristobál de las Casas. Cruise the Grijalva River past towering canyon walls rich with wildlife, then visit the charming “magic town” of Chiapa de Corzo and its distinctive Mudéjar-style fountain before heading to two spectacular canyon viewpoints.

Visit two of Mexico’s most stunning waterfalls—followed by a visit to the archaeological site of Palenque, an ancient Maya city-state—during this full-day, guided small-group tour to Agua Azul and Misol from San Cristobal de las Casas. A tasty breakfast buffet, pickup and drop-off from select hotel zones, and admission tickets are included.

See the best of Montebello Lagoons National Park and take a hike to El Chiflon Waterfall without having to worry about sorting out transportation or getting lost with this group tour. This group tour gets you from San Cristóbal de las Casas out into nature with a guide to provide commentary and keep you safe and on track.

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Combine visits to Sumidero Canyon and the Magic Chiapa de Corzo on this adventure from San Cristobal de las Casas. With your guide pointing out the flora and fauna, take a boat ride through the canyon on the Grijalva River, admiring in the towering canyon walls around you. Stop next at the Magic Town (Pueblo Magico) of Chiapa de Corzo, where a walking tour will take you to the city's central fountain, formed of mudejar-style brickwork. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation included.

Explore the best of Chiapas on this small-group tour, which takes you seamlessly from San Cristobal de las Casas to Misol-Ha, Agua Azul, and Palenque all in one tour. This is a small-group tour, so you might make a few new friends as you explore the archaeological site of Palenque, and then two impressive waterfalls. Bring a bathing suit in case you want to take a dip in the pools at the base of the falls.

Explore Sumidero Canyon by land and water, and visit the Spanish colonial town of Chiapa de Corzo on a full-day tour from San Cristobal de las Casas. Start with a 2-hour boat cruise through Sumidero Canyon where you can see towering waterfalls, sheer canyon walls, and wildlife. Next, head to Chiapa de Corzo for lunch and a look at the charming town's architecture and crafts markets. Finally, take a driving tour towards Tuxtla Gutiérrez to visit viewpoints overlooking Sumidero Canyon and the Grijalva River.

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.

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 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.

Check out at 4:00 am from the hotel. We will visit the stunning Waterfalls of Agua Azul and Misol-Há, with its turquoise waters and falls of 20m and 50m. We will explore the Archaeological Zone of Palenque, birthplace of the Mayan culture, on a 2.5 hour tour. Return to San Cristobal at 10:30 pm.

Escape the city in favor of Sumidero Canyon National Park and the colonial town of San Juan Chamula on a full-day tour from San Cristóbal de las Casas. Designed to delight lovers of culture and nature, this excursion includes a boat ride on the Grijalva River, flanked by cliffs reaching 3,280 feet (1,000 meters), and a guided tour of San Juan Chamula, replete with quaint churches and an artisan market. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Depart from San Cristóbal de las Casas and travel to the archaeological site of Toniná, where you’ll spend approximately two hours exploring its temples, terraces, and impressive Maya structures with a local guide. After the visit, continue to Agua Azul Waterfalls and spend the afternoon enjoying the cascades, swimming, and relaxing by the turquoise pools. For those looking for more adventure, an optional canyoning experience is available. In the afternoon, we begin our journey back to San Cristóbal de las Casas.

The town of Chiapa de Corzo is much more than a jetty to take the boat to the Cañon del Sumidero! This town has history and tradition from pre-Hispanic times that its people proudly celebrate every year during the two weeks of JANUARY: the Fiesta Grande. The Parachico dance has been designated an Intangible CULTURAL HERITAGE by UNESCO since 2009. We will start with a tour on the BOAT (2.5 hours NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE) through the Sumidero Canyon. We invite you on a tour all year round to learn about the history of the Parachicos and legends, to visit traditional houses and the ARTISANS who work to prepare the Fiesta Grande. We are going to savor local dishes such as pepita con tasajo and pozol which have their origin in pre-Hispanic times!

Visit Montebello Lakes National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, and the 360-foot (120-meter) Chiflon Waterfall on this tour from San Cristóbal de las Casas. Learn about the flora, fauna, and geology of the park and the reasons for the various lakes' unusual colors from your accompanying guide. Entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Torn between visiting the Mexican rainforest or a Mayan archaeological site? Go for both. During this fun-filled, double-duty tour, you’ll head to Agua Azul and Misol-Ha—two stunning freshwater cascades, flanked by lush jungle—before arriving at Palenque. Then get a peek at well-preserved ancient ruins, like the Temple of the Sun, an iconic stepped pyramid. Transfer from San Cristobal is included.