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15 Best Sierra Norte Hiking Tours In Oaxaca

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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.

15 Best Sierra Norte Hiking Tours In Oaxaca

Hiking in the Sierra Norte of Oaxaca - Benito Juárez trailhead: route choices that match your stamina
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Hiking in the Sierra Norte of Oaxaca

1.Hiking in the Sierra Norte of Oaxaca

A full-day Sierra Norte hike from Oaxaca City with mountain breakfasts, pine-oak trails, and local meals guided by Luis Fernando.

Most Popular 5.0

“Luis is very experienced in leading groups through this area. He adjusts the demands of the hike to the individuals that show up, as he knows many trails and their connections. He’s great in botany particularly plants with traditional medical uses. He’s very engaging and enjoyable. The area is really gorgeous with some great views.”

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Ultimate Hierve el Agua Hike + Mezcal - Hierve el Agua entrance and free time: pools, photos, and your first taste of the views
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Ultimate Hierve el Agua Hike + Mezcal

2.Ultimate Hierve el Agua Hike + Mezcal

Hike, swim and photograph Hierve el Agua from a low-crowd route, then taste three-generation mezcal on a day trip from Oaxaca City.

5.0

“We tend to avoid bus tours and tourist crowds, but still want to take in the beauty of local sites. That's why were were so happy to come across Carlos's hike. We got to Hierve el Agua early before the tourists and had the place to ourselves to take photos and go for a swim.…”

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Ultimate Hierve el Agua Hike + Textile Art - Hierve el Agua Thermal Pools: Where the Views and the Soak Happen
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Ultimate Hierve el Agua Hike + Textile Art

3.Ultimate Hierve el Agua Hike + Textile Art

Ultimate Hierve el Agua hike plus Teotitlán textile art. Mineral pools, a canyon waterfall walk, and homestyle breakfast and lunch in Oaxaca.

5.0

“Diego led us on an incredible hike to Hierve el Agua. It was thrilling, challenging, filled with stunning beauty - an experience we will never forget. Diego is an amazing guide - he shared a wealth of information about Oaxaca (and beyond!), the natural phenomenon of the area and the community it is part of.…”

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Hierve el Agua Half-Day Guided Hike Adventure ALL FEES INCLUDED - The descent through the petrified waterfall rock
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Hierve el Agua Half-Day Guided Hike Adventure ALL FEES INCLUDED

4.Hierve el Agua Half-Day Guided Hike Adventure ALL FEES INCLUDED

Guided half-day hike at Hierve el Agua from Oaxaca: petrified waterfall trail, mineral springs swim, scenic drive, all fees included.

5.0

“Wonderful experience! Especially if you just want to visit the waterfall. I forgot her name but our guide was so knowledgeable and kind. She made sure we were all well taken care of. I highly recommend this tour.”

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Hiking in Sierra Norte the most spectacular trails in Oaxaca - Mercado Sánchez Pascuas: your warm-up meal before the trail
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Hiking in Sierra Norte the most spectacular trails in Oaxaca

5.Hiking in Sierra Norte the most spectacular trails in Oaxaca

Guided Sierra Norte hike from Oaxaca City with a local market start, pine-oak cloud forest trails, and warm coffee/tea on the way.

5.0

“A fantastic day hike in the Sierra Norte mountains! Daniel our guide was very friendly and could communicate in both English and Spanish with ease. Our hike wasn't too strenuous, although the incline at the end of the first half did give us a workout! The forests, mountains, and views were wonderful. Just the thing…”

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From Oaxaca: Sierra Norte Hike & Indigenous Village Full-Day - Getting there: the van ride and the altitude reality check
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From Oaxaca: Sierra Norte Hike & Indigenous Village Full-Day

MTB Bike Tour: Local Trails in Monte Albán and Atzompa - Pedal out of town, then climb into Monte Albán
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MTB Bike Tour: Local Trails in Monte Albán and Atzompa

7.MTB Bike Tour: Local Trails in Monte Albán and Atzompa

MTB from Oaxaca to Monte Albán and Atzompa on mixed terrain, with included bike gear, snack stops, and guided exploration time.

5.0

“Our guides were great. The ride has a rather long uphill stretch to get to the ruins than we did the more advanced downhill on the way back. We had plenty of time to explore the ruins. If you are a MTN biker you should do the more steep trail back down. We had a…”

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Hike in the Sierra Norte, Cuajimoloyas - Getting to the meeting point on C. Macedonio Alcalá (no stress)
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Hike in the Sierra Norte, Cuajimoloyas

Hike el Camino Real, Latuvi – Lachatao - The 6:00 am Start and How the Day Feels
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Hike el Camino Real, Latuvi – Lachatao

9.Hike el Camino Real, Latuvi – Lachatao

Hike Oaxaca’s Sierra Norte on the historic Camino Real. 18 km Latuvi to Lachatao, small group, English-led, early start, great value.

5.0

“Excellent experience all around with beautiful scenery, excellent food, and knowledgeable/friendly/accommodating guide. We went to Ixtepeji and were the only 2 on the hike.”

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Mountain Hike & Rituals - Views and City Skyline: The Payoff You Can Actually See
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Mountain Hike & Rituals

10.Mountain Hike & Rituals

Moderate Oaxaca hike with cacao and copal rituals, big city views, and a family breakfast, with hotel pickup and guided nature pauses.

5.0

“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…”

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Sierra Norte Hike and Indigenous Village Full-Day Adventure - Mountain breakfast: memelas and coffee before you climb
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Sierra Norte Hike and Indigenous Village Full-Day Adventure

11.Sierra Norte Hike and Indigenous Village Full-Day Adventure

Hike the Sierra Norte near Oaxaca City, meet a local village, and enjoy breakfast and lunch at altitude with bilingual guides and great views.

5.0

“Do not miss this opportunity to take this hike with Ivan! He is extremely knowledgeable and his love for Oaxaca is clearly evident. The hike is difficult at times but definitely doable - I would not miss the suspension bridge - pretty cool! Breakfast and lunch were amazing as well. It was quite cold up…”

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Oaxaca: Hierve el Agua Sunrise & Hike, Overnight Experience - The ride from Jalatlaco to the mountains (and why it matters)
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Oaxaca: Hierve el Agua Sunrise & Hike, Overnight Experience

12.Oaxaca: Hierve el Agua Sunrise & Hike, Overnight Experience

Sunrise at Hierve el Agua, a guided full-circuit hike, and starry overnight camping, ending with a Tlacolula market stop.

5.0

“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.”

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Apoala Magic Waterfalls Hike and Swim Adventure - The drive to Apoala: what the timing really means
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Apoala Magic Waterfalls Hike and Swim Adventure

13.Apoala Magic Waterfalls Hike and Swim Adventure

Guided Apoala waterfall hike with pool swims, market breakfast stops, and lunch in the Twin Rocks valley from Oaxaca City.

5.0

“This hike was such a wonderful addition to our trip in Oaxaca. It was well paced with three stops to take in the beauty and have a refreshing swim. Ivan was a great host. He was very knowledgeable on the area and environment. We even got to get close with some donkeys and sheep :)”

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Monte Alban & Atzompa: MTB bike ride though local trails - Leaving Oaxaca: The 20-Minute Pedal-Out and 400m Climb
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Monte Alban & Atzompa: MTB bike ride though local trails

14.Monte Alban & Atzompa: MTB bike ride though local trails

MTB ride through Monte Albán and Atzompa: 30 km of singletrack, ruins entry, and a spring-water finish near Oaxaca de Juárez.

3.8

“Miguel est un guide souriant et avenant qui nous a fait visiter une partie de la région de Oaxaca. Les vélos étaient de très bonne qualité. En revanche la sécurité et les consignes étaient inexistantes. Le chemin emprunté était beaucoup trop complexe pour un débutant en VTT, même sportif. Je suis tombé à 2 reprises…”

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Oaxaca: Cascadas de Apoala 1 Day Bike and Hike tour - Morning Start: Hotel Pickup and the Nochixtlán Breakfast Stop
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Oaxaca: Cascadas de Apoala 1 Day Bike and Hike tour

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