Hierve el agua half day tour

Overview

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Marvel at the stunning views of Hierve el agua. Enjoy the natural pools and the surprising height of the waterfalls.

Venture on an excursion where you will visit Hierve el Agua alone, a set of two waterfalls that have been petrifying for millions of years due to the mineral solution of calcium carbonate in the water. On the tour, go directly to Hierve el Agua as the only stop. We stayed in the place for 3 hours to have enough time to enjoy the natural wonders of Hierve el Agua without rushing. Learn about the history of Hierve el Agua, which is a set of petrified waterfalls that are distinguished by their white color and the more than 200 meters high that make them up. It is located in the Sierra Mixe of Oaxaca, in the town of San Isidro Roaguía in the municipality of San Lorenzo Albarradas, 70 kilometers from the capital.

Remember to come with breakfast beforehand, or bring a box lunch since we will not make stops. You can buy inside

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

spanish driver

Lunch

local guide for hiking

guide

entrace $70 mx

What To Expect

El Centro Oaxaca De Juarez

Transfer time to Hierve el agua: You will be able to know the way to the route for one and half hour

•Admission Not Applicable

Hierve el Agua

Hierve el Agua is an impressive set of petrified waterfalls located in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico. These natural formations originated from the accumulation of calcium carbonate over thousands of years, creating the appearance of "boiling water" over the cliffs. In addition to its natural beauty, Hierve el Agua offers opportunities to swim in natural pools and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding valleys, so bring your swimsuit and dive in. It is a popular tourist destination that combines impressive landscapes with unique geological elements. Here, visitors have the opportunity to enjoy a refreshing swim in the natural pools and take an exciting hike of approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to the main waterfall. (Optional + local guide) The transfer to Hierve el Agua is 1 hour and a half one way and another hour and a half returning, giving a total of 6 hours.

3 hours•Admission Not Included

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Hierve el agua half day tour

Reviews

4.73

37 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Worthwhile tour!
Benjamin W,
Jul 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We really enjoyed this trip. The bus left on time, there was very quick stop on the way if anyone wanted any snacks and the overall time was as stated. We had the option of getting a guide for the walk. We opted to find the route ourselves, and it was easy enough. The walk was around 2.5km and took us around 50 minutes. We then finished back up the top for a swim (the water was surprisingly refreshing!). There were food and drink vendors by the entrance/exit.
Great driving
Denise S,
Jun 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This “tour” was transportation only, so the 5 stars I have are for the transportation. Our driver, Herman, did an excellent job navigating the small mountain roads. Truly you need a professional to get there. The experience itself was not what I had hoped. It is a LOT of walking and it is very steep hills. The pools are slippery and I saw one person cut their foot in a pool. The air is cool here, and the pools are cool as well, so for me, it was not worth swimming. We spent the 3 hours hiking the trails, which were paved stone steps that led to beautiful views of the valley and the petrified waterfalls. There is a cost of 5 pesos to use the bathroom and 20 pesos to take a shower. There is a large area of shops to buy food and drinks, but they are all at the entrance at the top of the hill, so you can buy on your way in and out, but it is a lot of steep walking to go after you have been down to the pools.
Breathtaking views!
irma m,
Jun 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We had a very small group so it was fantastic. The driver was very knowledgeable and made sure we were safe all the time. The water was cold but the beauty of the place was breathtaking. We went on a weekday to avoid crowds and enjoyed every minute of it.
I was expecting more
Jennifer P,
Apr 20, 2025
- Viator
2.00
As a solo traveler I don’t recommend it. Don’t get me wrong, the place is beautiful, however, the style of the “tour” is more like take you there and leave you on your own. Not even introducing the other people in the group. To be honest, it would be best to just book transportation as I don see the use of a guide since we didnt get any guide from him 😅
Loved it!
Deni B,
Mar 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00
It was an amazing experience! The driver and the guide were both very professional. Definitely recommend going down to hike and going into the water on top. Bring a swimsuit and a towel. They left on time and it was exactly 6 hours in total. Highly recommend these guys!!