3 days tour

Ecotourism In Huasteca Potosina: Xilitla And Waterfalls

$ 442 .48 USD

Total price per person

Reserve with $103.10

This tour includes:

Ecotourism Tours

3 guided ecotourism tours

Accommodation

2 nights of accommodation in Ciudad Valles

Meals

2 breakfasts and 3 lunches according to itinerary

Entry tickets

Entry tickets to the places visited

Safety gear

Safety gear for the tours

Guides

Spanish speaking experienced guides

Snacks

3 energizing snacks for each day

Insurance

Insurance for the activities included (you need to fill the form)

Transportation

Transportation to the places visited departing from Ciudad Valles

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Itinerary of your trip Ecotourism In Huasteca Potosina: Xilitla And Waterfalls

  • Day 1 Cd. Valles- Surrealistic Garden- Xilitla- "Sótano de las Huahuas"- Cd. Valles
    • 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

      Cd. Valles- Surrealistic Garden- Xilitla- "Sótano de las Huahuas"- Cd. Valles

      You depart from the hotel and make a quick stop to try the cinnamon bread and coffee from the region (not included).

      At 11 am approximately, you visit the surrealistic garden of Edward James, which was built in order to blend in with the surrounding landscape. The garden has different structures which resemble a labyrinth and imitate nature, just as the architect visioned it to be.

      Afterwards, at 3 pm you visit Xilitla and enjoy a delicious regional lunch. Here you also get some free time to explore the area.

      Later, after a short walk around a coffee plantation, you visit the "Sótano de las Huahuas" which has an abyss of 70 m. in diameter and 478 m. in depth. This place is a bird sanctuary that offers a unique spectacle on sunset, when the birds come out of the abyss. Enjoy the amazing sound of the birds singing and the vegetation that garnish the area.

      Finally you will return to the accommodation in Ciudad Valles.

      Meals: Lunch

      Accommodation: Hotel Plaza Elite or Hotel Quinta Mar or similar in Ciudad Valles, double room

      Note: Timings are approximate and may change in destination due to bad weather conditions, this also applies to the places visited and the order in which the activities are done throughout the experience. At "Sótano de las Huahuas" you will descend on a 1,200 meter walk and then make your same way back on a stair path. This might not be suitable for people who have heart/respiratory diseases, overweight, knee or hip problems.

  • Day 2 Cd. Valles- Micos Waterfall – Minas Viejas Waterfall– El Meco Waterfall– El Salto Waterfall- Cd. Valles
    • 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

      Cd. Valles- Micos Waterfall – Minas Viejas Waterfall– El Meco Waterfall– El Salto Waterfall- Cd. Valles

      Today you visit the most beautiful waterfalls in the area. The guide will provide all the necessary instructions and equipment for the waterfalls activities such as walking at the edge if the waterfalls and swimming in the natural pools.

      You start the tour with the Minas Viejas Waterfall, which has an impressive 50 meter high drop that forms refreshing natural turquoise pools.

      Then you continue towards the viewpoint where you can admire the beautiful Meco Waterfall, which is 35 meters high. It is located on top of limestone rocks, which give the place a unique charm.

      The last waterfall you visit today is Salto Waterfall. It is 70 meters high, and during the rainy season you can feel the refreshing breeze that the waterfall gives off, as well as the huge natural pools where you can soak in.

      Later you return to Ciudad Valles.

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch

      Accommodation: Hotel Plaza Elite or Hotel Quinta Mar or similar in Ciudad Valles, double room

      Note: To get to Toro Waterfall and Minas Viejas Waterfall, you need to go on a stairway. This might not be suitable for people who have heart/respiratory diseases, overweight, knee or hip problems.

  • Day 3 Cd. Valles- Water Cave- Tamul Waterfall- Cd. Valles
    • 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

      Cd. Valles- Water Cave- Tamul Waterfall- Cd. Valles

      You depart from the hotel towards the Tampaon River, where the guide gives you the necessary safety instructions and equipment to board the canoe that will take you to the main waterfall.

      Upstream, you will find the 105 meter tall Tamul Waterfall, which was originated by the Gallinas River and the Santa María River. During this activity, you will enjoy the landscape full of rocky walls covered by the exuberant vegetation, making it a unique place to experience in this adventure.

      The next stop is Water Cave, you will swim a short distance to get the access inside of it. This pit has more than 20 meters of depth. It is ideal to dive in and swim.

      Afterwards, you will get lunch and return to the accommodation in Ciudad Valles.

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch

      Accommodation: Not included

Available on this trip

  • 🤩 Total satisfaction or your money back*
  • 🤑 Months without interest without card, set aside and pay whenever you want*
  • ✈️ Book with an open date and make changes without consequences*

Tour leaving from Ciudad Valles

Ciudad Valles, located in the state of San Luis Potosí, is known as the capital of the "Huasteca Potosina", since it is the perfect starting point to explore the main attractions of the area and experience the best ecotouristic adventures.

Individual Supplement (mandatory) + $111.39
Upgrade to 4 star hotel + $120.72
Total satisfaction guarantee, in less than 24 hrs + $1.55
Minors 4 to 8 years old + $350.36
Insurance for your experience + $18.00
Experience Style

Experience Style

Active

This experience includes physical activities such as hiking, trekking, biking, and canyoning. You’ll always be on the move and mostly walking.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

You’ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if you’re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 8 / Max: 65

Age range required for this experience. Underaged must be accompanied by adults.

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