Hierve el Agua Tour: Early Access & Relaxation

This is the ideal way to explore Hierve el Agua. Arriving ahead of the crowds allows for a peaceful walk through the waterfalls, along with opportunities to swim and unwind. There are no unnecessary stops.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hierve el Agua - Experience the stunning beauty of the petrified waterfalls at Hierve el Agua, formed over millennia by calcium carbonate-rich water.
    This is the ideal way to explore Hierve el Agua. The group will be small, allowing for a leisurely walk through the waterfalls, swimming, and relaxation, without any unnecessary stops.
    The meeting…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Guides In-person: English, Spanish
  • Hiking poles
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Location
Jardín Etnobotánico de Oaxaca
Reforma
We meet in the main entrance of the etnobothanical garden reforma St corner with Constitucion St
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Sonia_h
May 6, 2026
Unique experience! Dreamy unforgettable scenery. - Unique natural wonder. Wonderful fresh pools. Paul was a friendly and knowledgeable guide. Unforgettable scenery
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Dana_r
Apr 20, 2026
Worth the trip! - This natural wonder is not to be missed. Bus ride is long but everything worked perfectly. Guides were knowledgeable, especially about plants.
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P2994egjocelyns
Apr 13, 2026
Great experience - We had a lovely time on this half day trip to Hierve El Agua with Paul and Luiz. They were both lovely and chatty, and very knowledgeable about the local flora. It’s a short hike to the bottom and back up so would recommend good sandals or sneakers. Swimming in the pools was also a highlight!
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Apolline_r
Apr 11, 2026
This tour was perfect! We... - This tour was perfect! We met up early and avoided the crowds, first we did a small hike to observe the waterfall from below, then had some time to enjoy the view and swim in the natural pool. It was not crowded at all and Paul was very knowledgeable and nice, it felt like going on an excursion with a friend. Highly recommended!
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Charlotte_b
Apr 7, 2026
Well organised - Well coordinated trip. We got to Hierve el Agua early and did the route so that we weren't stuck in any crowds. Luis, our guide, was friendly and knowledgeable.
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Adventurer768005
Apr 2, 2026
Very good, uncomplicated and beautiful! - We had contact with Paul a few days before via WhatsApp. That's why he had our number. Since he had problems with his vehicle (workshop appointment), he was able to postpone this trip for us to another day and we were able to clarify this well via WhatsApp. This made it quite hectic a day before, but in the end we could feel the trip. The descent, the explanations then at Hierve El Aqua and also the return transport went very well and we can therefore recommend Paul at any time.
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Carol_w
Apr 1, 2026
Fantastic day at Hierve el Agua - Paul Lopez was an excellent guide and even helped us with lunch ordering. He made the experience of visiting Hierve el Agua memorable.
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Lynn_k
Mar 31, 2026
Very smooth, friendly and... - Very smooth, friendly and informative tour to a beautiful sight! It was great all around! Would definitely recommend (to anybody reasonably fit) :)
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Nimas818
Mar 28, 2026
Hierve el agua - Paul was a great tour guide who went above and beyond. The tour was perfect length as we got back around 1:30pm with plenty of time left in the day. Hierve el agua is absolutely worth visiting and Paul is the perfect person to lead you there
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Triparound17
May 1, 2026
Trip cancelled at the last minute - unreliable - Paul cancelled at 11pm the night before my booked trip because his car was being serviced. I understand that issues like this can happen unexpectedly, but I would have hoped for more notice so that I had time to make alternative plans. If you're tight on time I'd book with a different operator that isn't reliant on one vehicle, as looking at other reviews it sounds like he has recurring car troubles!
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From $79
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).