Mexico · WATERFALLS
The 15 best waterfall trips you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.
Review of Puerto Vallarta’s all-inclusive Yelapa yacht cruise, with snorkeling, waterfall hiking, open bar, meals, water toys, and practical tips.
“The staff, food and drink were worth every penny. It was an absolutely fabulous time! I completely recommend. I took my senior dad who also loved it!”
Review of Puerto Vallarta’s six-hour rainforest adventure with speedboat, mule ride, ziplines, waterfall rappelling, and water slides.
“If your looking for an exciting, adventurous day, this is the tour. From boat, the 4x4 to donkey, to zip line, waterslides, and rapelling. The guides were amazing. Shout out to Rafa, May😍, Louis, Josh, and Uli(chaparito). They kept us safe and had made sure we had a good time. I'll be back.”
Ride ATV trails through Puerto Vallarta’s Sierra Madre, swim at a mountain waterfall, enjoy lunch, tortilla making, and tequila tasting.
“It was a great time and the tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable. Aside from tequila tasting, you get to learn how to make tortillas. There is also a great restaurant on the river.”
Sail from Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa and Majahuitas for a waterfall walk, snorkeling, kayaking, BBQ lunch, drinks, and coastal views.
“We had an absolutely wonderful time! The staff was very friendly and attentive and the sights were absolutely breathtaking. 10 out of 10. Would book again.”
Hike Baja’s Fox Canyon to waterfalls and swimming pools, then enjoy local tacos, the Tropic of Cancer, and hotel transport from Los Cabos.
“This is an amazing hiking experience. We visited further up the canyon where there was a water slide. Then we hiked down and saw the waterfall and had a chance to swim. Maury was kind, knowledgeable and considerate of the whole group. Highly recommend you do this when in Los Cabos.”
Review of Huatulco’s Copalitilla waterfalls tour, with mountain views, swimming, local food, bilingual guides, and practical tips.
“Edgar did a great job as a driver, guide and waiter. Highly recommend this tour. The falls are indeed magical. A great way to spend the day. Bring cash. Water shoes highly recommended. My kids bought some water shoes at the coffee tasting for $270 and they were high quality. I would go again.”
Review of the Tolantongo Caves day tour from Mexico City, covering hot springs, caves, transport, guides, costs, comfort, and practical tips.
“Alex and Cesar were awesome! I highly recommend 10/10. Make sure to bring water shoes and energy. FUN”
Review of the Hierve el Agua tour from Oaxaca, with petrified waterfalls, swimming pools, transport details, costs, and practical advice.
“This was perfect. I was looking for something which started slightly later in the morning, and this option worked out so well! Jonathan was an excellent guide and taught us so many things (including lots of fun Spanish phrases!) and also knew a lot about the biodiversity. I definitely recommend it!”
Paddle the Tampaón River to Tamul Waterfall and Cueva del Agua, with lunch, transport, equipment, and a local guide included.
“This excursion was very fun. The rowing upstream is no joke and its challenging. But we had so much fun amongst ourselves. Coming back downstream is easier and so enjoyable, you are able to truly enjoy the scenery, the sounds, the wildlife, and the water. Great photo Ops. Our tour guide Toño was great. Swimming in the cueva was wonderful, worth the stair climb.”
Hike Puerto Vallarta’s Palo Maria jungle, cross rocky streams, swim beneath waterfalls, and enjoy local guidance for $35.
“We had a great time doing this hike with our guide Alex. On the way up he showed us how some trees were used for medicinal purposes and which one to avoid touching. The hike was beautiful, just challenging enough to make it fun but not too much, which was great since I did it with a broken arm in a sling. We didn’t go to the second waterfall but instead climb up 400 steps to a viewing platform. We had about 45 mn to chill and swim at the foot of the first waterfall, the water temperature was perfect and there was some descent size fishes swimming in it.…”
Rappel beside Minas Viejas, jump at Micos, swim in turquoise pools, and enjoy lunch and transport on a full-day Huasteca adventure.
“This company has been amazing in all aspects. Their guides where amazing and made sure we saw everything and stopped at any destination we would like. They really cared for us and you could truly feel they wanted us to have an amazing time.”
Review of Puerto Vallarta’s $30 jungle hike with river crossings, waterfall swimming, local guides, mountain views, and practical trail tips.
“Alex was incredible, getting to the waterfall was a nice fun urban hike. Just a note that the second hike requires a lot of climbing so make sure you are prepared for a bit of a challenge before starting it”
Hike to Santiago’s waterfalls from Cabo, swim in natural pools, enjoy a family-run lunch stop, and explore Baja with a private guide.
“Carlos ( and I am sure his business partner Max) was an amazing guide. Understood the skill level of the travelers and took us on a beautiful hike on hidden trails to view and swim in natural pools and view spectacular waterfalls. We also lea”
Review of Copalitilla Waterfalls from Huatulco, with hiking, swimming, local food, costs, road conditions, and practical tips.
“We had a terrific time! Israel was a wonderful guide and allowed us to take all the time we wanted at each pool. He was very well informed and really let us set our own pace. Lunch was delicious too! Recommend water shoes for this trip, and you want to be somewhat fit as the terrain can be slippery.”
Hike Palo María’s waterfalls with local guide Curiel, swim in river pools, spot wildlife, and tackle a scenic Sierra Madre trail near Puerto Vallarta.
“My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the waterfall hiking experience guided by Curiel and would absolutely do another hike with him in the future. He was awesome to say the least! Curiel guided us with his great expertise of the trails and taught us so much about climbing and repelling as well as our footing while climbing over rocks and boulders and along the narrow ledges. He also shared his knowledge of the fauna and flora we encountered which just added that much more to our journey! I do have a fear of heights and with the help encouragement and support of Curiel I was able to do all that…”
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