Waterfall, Gastronomy and Nature Tour in Huatulco

A sacred cave holds spiritual meaning for the communities who live around it.

A six-hour guided tour in Huatulco combining traditional Oaxacan cuisine, a hike to a 38-meter waterfall and a visit to a sacred cave with cultural significance. The experience includes private transportation, a certified local guide in English or Spanish, bottled water, traveller insurance and a community donation. Pickup is included and children from age one are welcome.

The experience

The day starts with a tasting of authentic Oaxacan dishes prepared by local families using recipes passed down through generations and ingredients grown in the region. You'll sample organic coffee and Zapotec chocolate, handmade tortillas and wood-fired bread before moving on to the natural and cultural sites. Throughout, a certified local guide provides personalized attention and enough time at each place to absorb what you're seeing without rushing.

After the meal, you hike to a 38-meter waterfall surrounded by forest. The walk takes you through the landscape where locals live and work, and the waterfall itself offers a chance to cool off and photograph the setting. The final stop is a sacred cave that holds deep cultural and spiritual importance for the communities of the area. Your guide explains its history and significance as part of the region's identity.

Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle moves you between each stop, and the tour includes bottled water and traveller insurance. A donation to the waterfall region's community is built into the price. The guide speaks English or Spanish, and the experience is designed for those wanting to connect with Oaxaca's natural heritage and traditions rather than move quickly through a list of sites.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• certified local guide in English or Spanish.
• bottled water.
• traveller insurance.
• organic coffee and Zapotec chocolate.
• handmade tortillas and wood-fired bread prepared by local families.
• donation to the community in the waterfall region.
• hotel pickup.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30 and 09:00

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AgesAdult (18 to 80 years) · Senior (81 and older) · Youth (14 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 13 years) · Infant (1 to 5 years): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 23 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditions

Operated by Mani Gonzalez Adventures

Is this one for you?The tour involves a hike to the waterfall and walking to the sacred cave, so a moderate level of mobility and comfort on uneven terrain makes the experience more enjoyable. The six-hour duration means an early start and a full morning and early afternoon commitment, which suits travelers building a day around natural sites and cultural connection rather than a quick stop.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (14 to 17 years); Child (6 to 13 years); Infant (1 to 5 years): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of food do you taste on this tour?

Authentic Oaxacan dishes prepared by local families, including organic coffee from the region, Zapotec chocolate, handmade tortillas and wood-fired bread made with traditional methods and fresh local ingredients.

How difficult is the hike to the waterfall?

The hike is suitable for all physical fitness levels, though it is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health. The waterfall itself is 38 meters high and surrounded by nature.

What does the guide explain at the sacred cave?

The guide shares the history and cultural and spiritual significance of the cave, which holds deep meaning for the local communities in the area.

Is pickup from my hotel included?

Yes, pickup is included in the tour price. The guide will arrange the meeting point and time based on where you're staying in Huatulco.