When is the best season to go on this adventure?

The best season is from January to May, since it is not the rainy season and you can admire the natural blue colors of the waterfalls and lakes.

How is the weather in this experience?

It is a hot and humid weather, be sure to pack light clothing.

Where does the adventure begin? Will you pick me up at the airport or hotel?

The transfer from the airport is not included, but you can add it on 'extras'.

Do I need any specific medical records or vaccination?

No, but you have to be in good shape for all the walking tours. Remember there might be slippery terrains.

What happens if I get sick or injured during the trip and I can't go on?

The guides are trained and will help you, but you have to travel with an insurance that covers any accident or sickness.

What is not included in this experience?

It doesn't include flights, airport transfer, guide in Palenque, Yaxchilán and Bonampak (you can get one on site), personal expenses, tips, some meals and extra activities.

Do I have any spare time during the activities of the experience?

Yes, more information on itinerary.

Do you have any suggestions on what to do on my spare days there ?

You can visit handcrafts shops and museums in San Cristobal, walk around the main avenues, and eat at the different delicious restaurants.

If meals are included, what's the menu going to be like?

It includes breakfast and some lunches. The menu includes varied Mexican dishes.

If meals are not included, what’s the average price of each meal?

Meals may cost from $100-300 MXN.

What type of accommodation does this adventure include?

You will stay at 3 star hotels, unless you upgrade your accommodation. The hotels are the following: SAN CRISTÓBAL DE LAS CASAS: HOTEL DON QUIJOTE PALENQUE: HOTEL JHON DAVID OR HOTEL QUINTA AVENIDA MONTEBELLO LAKES: VILLAS TZISCAO LACANDONA JUNGLE: LODGES YA AJCHÉ

What happens if I’m traveling by myself? Is it possible?

Yes! If you don't want to share a room, you can add the individual supplement on 'extras'.

What’s the minimum age required? Is the price the same for underaged?

The age range is from 8 to 60 years old. Underaged (8-17) have a 20% discount, if they are traveling with 2 adults and share a room.

Is there Wifi and/or Internet and cellphone coverage?

Yes, but at the jungle the coverage may fail.

What’s the voltage there?

The voltage in Mexico is 120 V/ 60 Hz.

What's the arrival schedule for day 1?

You can arrive at any time, since there are no activities on this day.

At what time does the experience finish the last day?

There is no schedule on the last day, since there are no activities. You only have to check out from the hotel.

In what physical condition should I be to go on this adventure?

You need to be in good shape, but you won´t be doing any physically challenging activities.

Do I need a travel insurance? What should the insurance cover?

Yes, we suggest getting a complete insurance. You can add it on 'extras'.

What clothes and/or gear should I take with me?

You just need light clothing, comfortable walking shoes, sunhat, sunglasses, water bottle, biodegradable sunblock, and mosquito repellent.

What’s the suggested baggage/backpack size?

We suggest traveling light with no more than 15-20 kgs.

No, most of the nationalities don´t need a visa. However, you should double check this information before your trip.

If I get there a day before or leave a day after, where can I stay?

You can ask the sales agent to check if there are available rooms at the accommodation included on itinerary and book additional nights there.

Which is the itinerary for the Sumidero Canyon Tour?

SAN CRISTÓBAL DE LAS CASAS - SUMIDERO CANYON - CHIAPA DE CORZO - VIEWPOINT - SAN CRISTÓBAL DE LAS CASAS. At 9 am you depart from the accommodation in San Cristobal's city center and hit the road towards the Grijalva pier, where you will arrive at 10:30 am. Once all the group is there, you will start the tour cruising through the canyon for about 2 hrs. on a motorboat. You will get to see different flora and fauna of the region. Later you will visit the old city of Chiapa de Corzo, founded in 1528 by the Captain Diego of Mazariegos. Here you will admire the mudejar fountain which was built in the 16th century. You will also get to visit the different handcraft shops and other important sites in Chiapa de Corzo. Afterwards, you will take the transfer towards the 5 main canyon's viewpoints, where you can admire the amazing views of the area. Finally you will return to your accommodation in San Cristóbal de las Casas by 5 pm, where you will get the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

Tour Heart Of Chiapas: San Cristóbal And Lacandona Jungle

San Cris Accommodation

3 nights of accommodation in Hotel Don Quijote.

Palenque Accommodation

2 nights of accommodation in double occupancy

Tziscao Accommodation

1 night of accommodation in double occupancy

Jungle Accommodation

1 night of accommodation in double occupancy

Meals

3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner

Activities

Activities according to itinerary; shared boat in jungle tour

Local Guide in Jungle

Local guide in Lacandonian jungle walk

Transportation Insurance

Transportation insurance during the tour

Personal Assistance

Personal assistance before, during and after experience

Entry Tickets

Entry tickets to the places visited

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Day 1 Arrival in San Cristobal de las Casas
7:00 am - 10:00 pm

Arrival in San Cristobal de las Casas

Today you arrive to the magical town of San Cristobal de las Casas. The transfer to the town is not included. Upon arrival, you check into the hotel, which is usually at 3 pm. You can leave your baggage in reception and start exploring the place at your own pace.
Note: You can add the private transportation from Tuxtla Gutiérrez Airport to the accommodation in San Cristobal. Add this on 'extras'. This service is available from 7 am to 10 pm. Timings in the itinerary are approximate and may change in destination.
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Hotel Don Quijote Hotel Misión Tradicional or similar, double occupancy
Day 2 San Cristobal- Chiflon Waterfalls- Montebello Lakes- Tziscao Villas
8:00 am - 8:30 pm

San Cristobal- Chiflon Waterfalls- Montebello Lakes- Tziscao Villas

After breakfast, you depart towards Chiflon Waterfalls, where you visit the 5 main waterfalls. The most amazing waterfall is "Velo de Novia", which means bride veil. This waterfall can be seen all the way from the base to the top. On the way to this waterfall, you can enjoy soaking in the different natural pools that can be found in the area.
After the 2 hr. visit at the waterfalls, you visit Montebello Lakes, famous for their turquoise color, which originates from the different floor minerals and the way the surface reflects the light. There are 59 lakes in the area, but you only visit the main ones.
After this visit, you take the transfer towards Tziscao Villas.
Note: During the tour, you will stop at a restaurant to have lunch (not included).
Extra activities: These activities can only be booked on site. You can zip line at the waterfalls and sail on rafts at the lakes.
Meals: Not included.
Accommodation: Tziscao Villas or similar, double occupancy
Day 3 Tziscao Villas- Waterfalls Las Nubes- San Cristóbal
8:00 am - 7:30 pm

Tziscao Villas- Waterfalls Las Nubes- San Cristóbal

After breakfast at the lodge (included), you depart towards the Waterfalls "Las Nubes" (1 hr. and 30 min. ride). Upon arrival, you start the walking tour towards the amazing viewpoint.
At the Ecotouristic Center Las Nubes, you can cross over a hanging bridge in front of the waterfalls, and enjoy a 200 meter zip line adventure, where you "fly" above the river. Also, you can swim at different spots and walk towards another viewpoint, where you can see the Santo Domingo river.
Later, you get lunch. Afterwards, at 1:30 pm you pack everything and depart towards Cristobal de Las Casas.
Meals: Not Included
Accommodation: Hotel Don Quijote or similar, double occupancy.
Day 4 San Cristobal- Blue Waterfalls- Misolha Waterfall- Palenque
4:00 am - 5:00 pm

San Cristobal- Blue Waterfalls- Misolha Waterfall- Palenque

You depart from the hotel very early to visit the waterfalls. You stop in Ocosingo to get breakfast (not included). Afterwards, you continue on the way towards the Blue Waterfalls, which have impressive turquoise colors. Swimming and kayaking are the main sports here.
After the 2 hr. visit, you continue towards Misol-ha Waterfall, which has an amazing drop of 50 meters tall. You enjoy soaking in and taking pictures.
Then you stop at a restaurant to eat lunch (not included). Later you visit the archeological site of Palenque, which has Mayan ruins surrounded by exuberant vegetation.
After the 2 hr. visit at the site, you finally arrive to the accommodation in Palenque, where you have the rest of the afternoon at leisure.
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Hotel John David or Hotel Quinta Avenida or similar, double occupancy
Day 5 Palenque- Bonampak- Yaxchilan (Lacandona Jungle)
5:30 am - 5:00 pm

Palenque- Bonampak- Yaxchilan (Lacandona Jungle)

You depart from the hotel in Palenque very early in the morning to visit the ruins. You stop on route to get breakfast (included). Upon arrival at Corozal border, you step on the boat which takes you to the archeological site in Yaxchilan. Once there, you start the 2 hr. visit.
Then you continue on the way towards Bonampak, but first you stop at a local restaurant to have lunch (included).
Once in Bonampak, old Mayan city which means "painted walls", you start the tour around the impressive archeological site which has old construction in the middle of the jungle.
After the tour, you are driven to the lodge in the jungle, where you will spend this night. You have the rest of the afternoon free.
Note: We suggest wearing comfortable shoes and clothes that are suitable for the hot weather. Bring mosquito repellent, water bottle, sunhat, sunglasses, and cash.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Lodge in Lacandona jungle camp: "Cabañas Ya Ajché", double occupancy
Day 6 Jungle walk- Palenque
9:00 am - 8:30 pm

Jungle walk- Palenque

After breakfast (included) at the lodge, you start the jungle tour walk. This walk will take you through the Lacandona jungle, where you will pass by waterfalls and will be able to see monkeys, birds, and different types of vegetation. You will get free time to swim in the river, and then you will return to the lodge.
After this tour, you will get lunch (included) and rest, before returning to Palenque at 5:00 –5:30 pm, where you will arrive at 8:30 pm approx.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Hotel John David or Hotel Quinta Avenida or similar, double occupancy
Day 7 Palenque- Roberto Barrios Waterfalls- San Cristobal
11:00 am - 10:30 pm

Palenque- Roberto Barrios Waterfalls- San Cristobal

You leave from the accommodation in Palenque and visit the Roberto Barrios Waterfalls. After a 50 minute drive, you arrive to the waterfalls, which have a unique crystal blue color that invites everyone to swim in. The place is surrounded by trees and amazing jungle vegetation.
After 2 hrs. in the waterfalls, you return to San Cristobal, arriving to the accommodation at 10:00 - 10:30 pm.
Note: Wear bathing suit, comfortable clothing and shoes for hot and humid weather.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Don Quijote or similar, double occupancy
Day 8 Check out- Departure
9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Check out- Departure

After checking out of your hotel, you return to the Tuxtla Gutierrez Airport, transfer not included, to board the flight back home.
Note: Check out is usually before 12 pm. You can add the private transportation from the accommodation in San Cristobal to Tuxtla Gutiérrez Airport. Add this on 'extras'. This service is available from 7 am to 10 pm.
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included

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Heart Of Chiapas: San Cristóbal And Lacandona Jungle

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Itinerary of your trip Heart Of Chiapas: San Cristóbal And Lacandona Jungle

Arrival in San Cristobal de las Casas

San Cristobal- Chiflon Waterfalls- Montebello Lakes- Tziscao Villas

Tziscao Villas- Waterfalls Las Nubes- San Cristóbal

San Cristobal- Blue Waterfalls- Misolha Waterfall- Palenque

Palenque- Bonampak- Yaxchilan (Lacandona Jungle)

Jungle walk- Palenque

Palenque- Roberto Barrios Waterfalls- San Cristobal

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Tour leaving from San Cristobal de las Casas

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