Full Day Tour in Tolantongo from San Miguel Allende
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The day begins with a nice breakfast buffet to prepare for the needed energy for the days activities.
After that it will be water activities all day. We start the tour with the warm pools that have been etched onto the mountain side, later proceeding down to the turquoise thermal river for a relaxing lunch along its banks. After lunch, we will jump in to the warm waters of the river before transitioning to the glorious waterfalls and caves. Before entering the caves, we will admire the view of the waterfalls that guard the natural caves we will be exploring. In the caves we will use our lamps to walk through the warm waters extruding from within, explore the interior waterfalls, and observe the origin point of the waters that give Tolantongo it's name. Tolantongo, meaning "place of warm moving water," will prove to give you an experience in Mexico unlike any other. (River and cave exploration are contingent on good weather in days prior to allow for an optimal experience).
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tequisquiapan
Upon departure, we will ride to Tequisquiapan (90 minutes). Vegetarian friendly options with limited vegan options. Breakfast is on us. After breakfast (40 minutes), we will move on to Tolantongo (120 minutes).
Grutas Tolantongo
Pool Tranquility (2hrs): Start your experience relaxing a while in the “pocitos”; naturally warm thermal pools that provide astounding views that soothe & clear the body and mind –perfect for “the gram.” There is a zip-lining option to transition to the river, not included (250 Mexican pesos). Lunch (30 mins): Tabled picnic by the river (weather permitting).Pre-order lunch from the local restaurant and have a set up by the river. Lunch is NOT price-included. River Relaxation (2hrs): Next, the turquoise-colored river is well-managed and is naturally warm due to the thermal springs, a complete relaxing experience. Cave Exploration (60 mins): You will see awe-inspiring waterfalls and unexpected adventure that our guests have described as “life changing.” Our guides will take you to explore the caverns and tunnels located here. Enjoy the water falls covering the caves and take a swim in the warm pool inside the mountain. We will head out by 5:30PM.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Mexican breakfast buffet. It includes veggie options for vegeterians.
Blanket for use during transportation
We include, small backpacks that will include a water bottle, sport towel, headlamp, cell phone water protector, toilet paper and wet wipes, and a wet clothes bag. We also provide sunscreen.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Soap, shampoo, dry bath towel.
End of the day snacks are included to get you back home.
Tables and chairs for lunch; cooler for lunch.
We provide a menu to order your lunch ahead of schedule for this trip. Money is collected at the end of the day for this meal. Lunch ranges from $5-$15 USD, depending on what you order.
Zip-lining. If choosing to do zip-lining, it costs $300 Mexican pesos.
Water Shoes. Bring you own, or there are options to buy ($180 Mexican pesos) or rent water shoes ($70 Mexican pesos)
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Full Day Tour in Tolantongo from San Miguel Allende
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Reviews
131 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Well worth it!
Nancy H,,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a wonderful experience! Our tour guide was very friendly and we never felt rushed. I will be returning!
Perfect day
252adrianaz,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.004 of us took the tour from San Miguel to Tolantongo at the end of January 2926z Christian was our driver and tour guide. From the minute he picked us up, we had a wonderful time. He was kind, informative, patient and his English was very good. It was worth the money and the time. The pools, caves and river were so beautiful. They looked like they’d been photoshopped. Thank you Christian for making our day and happy memories.
Girls day
endigyp,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So much fun! Christian was excellent. Would definitely recommend!!! Long car ride but stops to stretch your legs. Waterfalls and tunnel were beautifully unexpected.
Grutas was awesome
editht548,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time Diego our guide took care of all the details the hot springs Grutas was a wonderful experience book it!!! It was an early start lunch at the restaurant was good
Great unique experience especially if you get Diego
Rebecca B,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was fabulous. We ended up with a private tour (lucky) and spent the day in a Kia Sedona which was very comfortable. Diego did an amazing job spoiling us, telling us about Mexico as well as explaining the locations we stopped. We loved the day because the experience was so unique. I was surprised though by how commercialized the area was. Based on photos, it appeared to be more restricted on number of guests. It actually is like the local water park but was still worth the time and money. Also of note, the water is not hot like a normal sulfur hot springs, nor does it smell. Its really like bath water. Lunch was good. Breakfast was okay. Buffet is at a local hotel and was pretty cold but lots of variety.
Worth it!
Lynn W,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The location is just beautiful! Clean and well maintained. Our driver was courteous and careful. Christian, our tour guide was great! He was fun, friendly and knowledgeable. My only complaint, provide better shock absorbers on you vehicle.
Don't sleep on this tour!
Erica H,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Christian was a fantastic tour guide. The experience was beyond our expectations. We had such a wonderful time at Tolantongo hot springs. It was a beautiful day and the environment couldn't be more beautiful. Christian was kind and had a wealth of knowledge about the area and the history of Mexico. The van was comfortable and both meals were excellent. Highly recommend this tour and Christian as your tour guide.
Unforgettable
sheiladC7891CF,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Christian was great! We felt safe with his excellent driving skills and believe me it takes skill to get to this place. A truly wonderful experience!
Paradise you can’t miss to visit. Well worth it.
diana j,,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The visit to Tolantongo is a great experience! The place is a paradise, with amazing views of the Sierra Madre, great vegetation and fantastic natural springs that form the Tolantongo River. The trip from San Miguel de Allende is very long, but the worse part is the traffic in Queretaro. The guide of Turo Tours was punctual, polite and good fun. He did his best to keep us safe and well equipped to visit the pools and cave. The reason I give 4 stars is because the catering could have been much better. We made similar trips/tours in Chile and Europe and it was better provided. It would be nice if the company would make an effort to provide more fruit and a better meal, considering that we left at 5:30 am and didn’t return until past 9pm. The other point is that we were not informed about the length of the trip or the return time (approx). Only after several times asking, they responded. That info should be in the description of the trip. All in all, good vehicle, good guide, fantastic place visit, but prepare more.
Diego our guide was awesome!
Elliot L,,Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Superb experience! Diego our guide was awesome. Really easy to communicate with and friendly. Tolantongo should be a wonder of the world as its beauty is out of this world. The drive is fun and scenic enroute!
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