Hierve el Agua hike + Teotitlán textile tour from Oaxaca City

Hike down to a secret waterfall, then learn weaving from a family still working the looms

This 13-hour tour from Oaxaca City combines a 7km hike to a hidden waterfall in a secluded canyon with time in Hierve el Agua's mineral-rich thermal pools and a visit to Teotitlán del Valle, where you eat traditional Oaxacan food inside a local weaver's home. A certified guide leads the route in English or Spanish, and the van handles all transport from your hotel.

The experience

The day starts with a 1 hour 50-minute drive to San Isidro Roaguía, where you'll eat a traditional breakfast before heading into Hierve el Agua. The thermal pools sit at the edge of a valley, and you get free time to swim, soak or simply sit with the view. The water is mineral-rich and warm year-round, and most travelers spend an hour here before the hike begins.

The 7km descent to the hidden waterfall is the centerpiece. Few travelers know about this oasis tucked into a secluded canyon, and the hike takes you down through terrain most visitors never see. The waterfall itself is small but the canyon is quiet, and the water is cold enough to refresh you after the walk down. You'll have time to swim before the climb back up.

After the hike, the tour moves to Teotitlán del Valle, a village where weaving is still the backbone of daily life. You'll be welcomed into a family home, where you'll eat lunch, traditional Oaxacan food, right next to the looms. The weavers work while you eat, and you can watch the process and ask questions. This is not a shop visit. It's a genuine glimpse into how the textiles are made and why they matter to the community.

What’s included

• Breakfast, lunch, snacks, bottled water, coffee and tea.
• air-conditioned vehicle transport from your hotel.
• entry to protected areas.
• certified guide in English or Spanish.
• insurance.

Before you book

Lasts 13h, runs Sunday at 06:00, from US$ 209 per person, with a live guide in English and Spanish, in groups of up to 10 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesSundayDeparts at 06:00

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AgesAdult (25 to 50 years) · Senior (51 and older) · Youth (15 to 24 years) · Child (6 to 14 years) · Infant (1 to 5 years)

GroupUp to 10 · max 8 per booking

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Coyote Aventuras

Is this one for you?The van picks you up from your hotel in Oaxaca City and handles all the driving, so you don't need a car or a rental to reach Hierve el Agua and the hidden waterfall. The 13-hour day is full, but the guide sets a sustainable pace and includes time to rest at the thermal pools before the hike.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (15 to 24 years); Child (6 to 14 years); Infant (1 to 5 years).

How hard is the hike to the hidden waterfall?

The hike down is 7km and takes you into a canyon with a secluded waterfall. You'll need at least a moderate level of physical fitness, and the path is steep enough that the climb back up is the more demanding part of the day. The guide will set the pace and you can rest as needed.

What's included in the price?

Breakfast, lunch, snacks, bottled water, coffee and tea, the air-conditioned vehicle, entry to protected areas, a certified guide, and insurance are all included. You don't need to arrange or pay for any of those separately.

What's Teotitlán del Valle actually like?

Teotitlán del Valle is a working village where families have been weaving textiles for generations. You'll eat lunch inside a weaver's home while they work at their looms, so you see the craft as part of their daily life, not as a performance. The textiles are sold, but the focus is on understanding the tradition and the skill.

What should I bring for the hike and the thermal pools?

Bring a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen and comfortable hiking shoes with good grip. The pools are open-air and you'll be in the sun, so hat and sunglasses help. The guide will advise on what to wear for the hike based on the weather that day.

Does the tour operate if the weather is bad?

Yes, the tour operates in all weather conditions. Dress appropriately for rain or heat, and bring layers. The guide will adjust the pace and stops if needed, but the hike and the thermal pools are part of the day regardless of weather.