OAXACA · MEXICO
Oaxaca’s best days out.
The 15 sierra norte hiking tours travellers book most around Oaxaca, with what each one costs, how long it runs and the operator you go with.
A full-day Sierra Norte hike from Oaxaca City with mountain breakfasts, pine-oak trails, and local meals guided by Luis Fernando.
Most Popular“Fantastic guide! Great knowledge of the area, the local customs, and all the plts. Highly recommended !”
Hike, swim and photograph Hierve el Agua from a low-crowd route, then taste three-generation mezcal on a day trip from Oaxaca City.
“Myself and two friends recently did this this tour and oh my god! It was AMAZING! We had the best time! I do have to say the Information Is a little misleading and it doesn’t quite specify how detailed and long the hike is. It’s a little challenging and if your not fit I think…”
Ultimate Hierve el Agua hike plus Teotitlán textile art. Mineral pools, a canyon waterfall walk, and homestyle breakfast and lunch in Oaxaca.
“Shared this experience with my husband and adult daughter. Our guide Miren was extremely knowledgeable about customs, traditions, and culture. She had a very welcoming, warm, and caring manner. Would highly recommend this experience!”
Guided half-day hike at Hierve el Agua from Oaxaca: petrified waterfall trail, mineral springs swim, scenic drive, all fees included.
“Guide was very good. I liked that it arrives early in the morning, so we could do the hike before it got too hot and could swim before too many other tours arrives.”
Guided Sierra Norte hike from Oaxaca City with a local market start, pine-oak cloud forest trails, and warm coffee/tea on the way.
“Great hike! Beautiful scenery and views! Daniel did a great job. Even made us coffee at the turn around point!”
Cloud-forest Sierra Norte hike from Oaxaca to Cuajilomoyas with memelas breakfast, village visit, homemade lunch, optional suspension bridge.
“Amazing day trip and a lovely hike with stunning views. Breakfast and lunch both excellent as well, and Ivan was an excellent guide. Highly recommend!”
MTB from Oaxaca to Monte Albán and Atzompa on mixed terrain, with included bike gear, snack stops, and guided exploration time.
“I loved this activity! Humberto & Clement were amazing guides. They took me and another rider on an epic 25 miles mountain bike ride. We started off cruising through the outskirts of Oaxaca city on a bike path until we got to a small village and a finally hit the trails! We rode up the…”
Small-group Sierra Norte hike from Oaxaca City to Cuajimoloyas, with breakfast, guided trail, and community meals with local experts.
“Great experience! Our guide was really friendly and took lots of time to show us the beautiful area.”
Hike Oaxaca’s Sierra Norte on the historic Camino Real. 18 km Latuvi to Lachatao, small group, English-led, early start, great value.
“Coyote Aventuras is without a doubt one of the best guide outfits around. From the very beginning, it was a very smooth process to book the trip. Samantha and the rest of the team are fantastic communicators and will ensure that every detail of the trip is thought through.”
Moderate Oaxaca hike with cacao and copal rituals, big city views, and a family breakfast, with hotel pickup and guided nature pauses.
“I had a wonderful time with Margaux on this hike and spiritual experience. The walk was beautiful and very serene, and I enjoyed the local spiritual rituals along the way. The breakfast was also very tasty. This is a great experience for someone who wants to get out in nature and to also experience some…”
Hike the Sierra Norte near Oaxaca City, meet a local village, and enjoy breakfast and lunch at altitude with bilingual guides and great views.
“If you want to know how indigenous live and where they live this is a must. We love our experience in this hike. Surrounded by magnificent views. Not the easiest but doable. I enjoy our food very much. Just like I was eating at my abuelas home.”
Sunrise at Hierve el Agua, a guided full-circuit hike, and starry overnight camping, ending with a Tlacolula market stop.
“I highly recommend this experience if you like nature! One of the most beautiful sunrises I have gotten! Also being in hierve el agua before the crowds arrive is a unique experience. Camping gear was great! Wasn't cold at all and Ivan made sure to take care of all the details.”
Guided Apoala waterfall hike with pool swims, market breakfast stops, and lunch in the Twin Rocks valley from Oaxaca City.
“This trip was absolutely stunning. Ivan, was a great guide, knowledgeable, and helpful. The water, the valley, the food. It was all a really lovely experience.”
MTB ride through Monte Albán and Atzompa: 30 km of singletrack, ruins entry, and a spring-water finish near Oaxaca de Juárez.
“Muy buena experiencia.”
10-hour Oaxaca bike and hike to Santiago Apoala with a scenic MTB ride, natural pools swimming, and Snake Tail waterfall.
“Excelenteex”
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