Sierra Juárez Hot Chocolate Hike From Oaxaca
Forest trails, Zapotec culture, and hot chocolate in the Sierra Juárez
Duration
7 hours
Includes
Transport, guide, light lunch
Highlights
Explore the Sierra Juárez on a moderate-paced forest hike with changing mountain scenery. Learn about Zapotec culture and forest stewardship as you make your way to a mountain viewpoint.
- Walk through lush vegetation with ferns, Tillandsias, and mushrooms
- Discover how mountain villages interact with and preserve the forest
- Take in expansive forest views from the top of the mountain
- Descend a continuously downhill trail with more technical terrain
- Experience the shift from Oaxaca's warm city weather to the Sierra's colder climate
Itinerary
🚐 7:45 AM – Private Pickups (Groups larger than 3) 📍 7:55 AM – Meeting at El Llano Park 🥾 9:30 AM – Start Hike to Ixtepeji ⛰️ 10:50 AM – Reach the Highest Point 🍫 11:00 AM – Hot Chocolate + Light Lunch ↘️ 11:20 AM – Downhill Hiking 🏁 12:10 PM – End of the Hike 🚌 12:20 PM – Return to Oaxaca City 🏡 1:40 PM – Drop Off
What's Included
- Roundtrip transportation
- Water refills
- Bilingual guide
- Hot chocolate, bread, and fruit
- Trail access
- First-aid support
Important details
- Bring your own refillable water bottle
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with 48 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
FAQs
Requires comfort with intermediate physical activity. The route is about 9 kilometers (5 miles) and includes a continuously downhill section with more technical terrain.
Bring sunscreen, a refillable water bottle, and comfortable hiking shoes or hiking boots. Bring a towel and bathing suit if swimming.
A minimum of 3 people is required across all reservations. If the minimum is not met, your booking will be rescheduled.
Meeting details
El Llano Park