Private Waterfall Hike El Palmar: Swim and cliff jump option
The waterfall sits inside a forest walk short enough to fit a free afternoon.
A private waterfall hike in El Palmar near El Valle with a live guide in English or Spanish, transport from your hotel, and snacks provided. The route through forest to the falls takes two to three hours total, and you can swim in the river or attempt a small cliff jump if you want to. Moderate fitness helps. The hike itself is not steep.
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Step-by-step itinerary
Hike and enjoy El Palmar waterfall
- Hike to the waterfall
- Enjoy the sights and flora
- Swim in the river
- Snack break
The experience
El Palmar waterfall sits close enough to El Valle that you can reach it in a morning or afternoon without eating up your whole day. The hike moves through forest to get there, not a difficult walk, but one that asks for a moderate level of fitness. Once you arrive, the waterfall and the river pool below are the point: you can swim, rest on the rocks, or if you're comfortable with it, jump from a small to medium cliff into the water below. A guide who speaks English or Spanish leads the way and brings fruit, nuts, granola bars and a sandwich so you're not hiking on empty.
Transport from your hotel is included, and the two to three hours covers both the hike and the drive. Bottled water and soda come with you. The only thing to arrange separately is snorkelling gear if you want it. Everything else the operator provides is built into the booking.
What’s included
- Private transportation from your hotel.
- a live guide in English or Spanish.
- bottled water and soda.
- fresh fruit, nuts, granola bars and a sandwich for each person.
Options for this experience
2 optionsYou pick the guide language when booking.
Before you book
Prices and times updated 12 days ago
Operated by Caminando El Valle
Is this one for you?Book this if you have a free afternoon and want to swim or jump without committing to a full-day excursion. The short timeline and included transport mean you can leave your hotel and be in the river within an hour or two, then return with time to spare.
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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 (12 to 16 years); Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3).
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.
How difficult is the hike to El Palmar waterfall?
The forest walk to El Palmar is not steep or technical. It requires a moderate level of fitness. You'll be on your feet for the duration, but the terrain itself is straightforward.
Can I swim in the river at El Palmar waterfall?
Yes, swimming in the river is an option at El Palmar. A small to medium cliff jump is also available if you want to try it, though it's not required.
What's included in the hike besides the guide?
Private transport to and from your hotel, bottled water, soda, and snacks (fruit, nuts, granola bars and a sandwich) are all included. The guide speaks English or Spanish.
How long does the whole experience take?
The hike takes two to three hours total, which includes both the walk to the waterfall and the travel time to and from your hotel.
Private Waterfall Hike El Palmar: Swim and cliff jump option
2h–3h · EN · ES
from US$ 65 per person
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