Hierve el Agua tour with a licenced tour guide & private transport from Oaxaca
Welcome to an incredible natural spa and every Instagrammer’s dream. Hierve El Agua, or “Boiling Water,” makes everyone fall in love within a second.
Swimming in a refreshing natural pool, high in the mountains, will be a lifetime experience. You will touch mineral springs that flow at ~2 liters/second speed. This place was sacred to the ancient Zapotecs. You will feel unique energy. You will admire petrified waterfalls formed thousands of years ago. Your tour guide will explain how did it form in the Sierra Madres mountains with an altitude of 5800′! You will hear what secret many archaeologists, biologists, and geologists still are trying to find. You will explore the natural amphitheater. At the end of the tour, you can enjoy the freshest coconut water and exotic fruits.
Included:
- Private transport
- Entrance fee
- Licensed guide services
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Scenic Drive through the Central Valleys
Depart from Oaxaca City via Highway 190 through the Tlacolula Valley, passing traditional villages and agave fields. Your guide shares local insight on mezcal culture, Zapotec traditions, and the landscape along the way.
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Hierve el Agua
Marvel at the natural petrified waterfalls—a rare geological formation. Hike the viewpoint trail (approx. 1 hour round trip) for stunning photos of the mountains and rock formations. Optional: Dip your feet or swim in the mineral-rich natural pools. Learn from your guide about ancient irrigation canals carved by the Zapotecs. Tip: Bring sunscreen, water, and a towel if planning to wade into the pools.
Opatrip did a great job in providing us this trip with awesome arrangements and a humble and smart guide. Would highly recommend it to everyone.
It was so cool that the guide picked us up from our Airbnb and we did not need to take care of anything else. Amazing place!
The most favorite spot of Mexico, indeed!!! Thank you for the great organizing. We tried to do it by ourselves before but it was too difficult with the transport.
The only bad thing- is I forgot my swimming suit. Don’t repeat my mistake 😀 Other than that- it was WOW.
This place was magical. I’m glad the city solved the problem with a local community and it is open for tourists again. (We had bad luck with that in 2020.) Our guide was really nice. She negotiated with the locals, picked us up, and was very knowledgeable.