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The 15 Best Hiking Tours in Mexico

38 tours  ·  from $30 a head

Canyons with water in them, jungle cenote paths and a volcano within sight of the capital. The 15 below cover the wet routes and the dry ones, with the gear included, the swimming involved and what a full day costs.

Matacanes : Canyoning + Hiking + Water Jumps + Rappel + Caves - Swimming, Rapids, and Water Channels
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Matacanes : Canyoning + Hiking + Water Jumps + Rappel + Caves

1.Matacanes : Canyoning + Hiking + Water Jumps + Rappel + Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,497 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $149Our pick

Join Gaia Xtreme Tours for a full-day Matacanes Canyon adventure from Monterrey. You will swim through rivers, pass underground tunnels, rappel, climb, and jump from waterfalls, including a reported 25-foot drop. Gear, breakfast, snacks, and round-trip transport are included.

“This is hard but well worth the reward at the end of the day. One of the best experiences in my life meeting and enjoy the outdoor. I do recommend bring your owe small meaning small snacks.”

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Nido de los Aguiluchos, Monterrey: Hiking + Rock Climbing + 3 Rappels - Leaving Monterrey at 5 a.m. for the Huasteca mountains
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Nido de los Aguiluchos, Monterrey: Hiking + Rock Climbing + 3 Rappels

2.Nido de los Aguiluchos, Monterrey: Hiking + Rock Climbing + 3 Rappels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 713 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $115

Start before sunrise for a guided climb through Nido de los Aguiluchos in Huasteca. You’ll hike steep terrain, use metal rungs and safety cables, cross exposed rock, and rappel three times. Guides such as Omar, Denise, Luis, and Cedric provide bilingual support. Round-trip transport and gear are included.

“Excellent guided hike. Guides were very helpful in making me feel comfortable as we got ready to rappel. Definately recommend.”

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Puerto Vallarta: Full Day Hike to 6 Hidden Beaches & Snorkel - The first climb through the tropical forest
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Puerto Vallarta: Full Day Hike to 6 Hidden Beaches & Snorkel

3.Full Day Hike to 6 Hidden Beaches & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 403 reviews · 6 hours · from $37

Join a small group of up to 14 with guides such as Juan, Diego, Alex, or Victor for a six-hour hike from Boca de Tomatlán to Playa Las Ánimas. Expect jungle trails, six beaches, swimming, possible snorkeling, local buses, and a water taxi.

“Juan was a great guide. He went above and beyond to explain some details that would have otherwise been overlooked, such as certain types of trees and vegetation. The hike wasn't too difficult - terrain at the beginning was a bit tricky to navigate at times but overall, it didn't take too much physical effort. Some of the beaches were better than others, there are three very scenic ones which are great for taking pictures. If you are taking this trip for snorkeling - pay close attention to the tide. We were unable to do that aspect because of the tide was too high. Overall would recommend...great value-for-money.”

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Los Cabos: Hiking at the Fox Canyon with Waterfall - Guides make the difference on a changing trail
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Los Cabos: Hiking at the Fox Canyon with Waterfall

4.Los Cabos: Hiking at the Fox Canyon with Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 369 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $165

Leave Los Cabos for Fox Canyon, where guides such as Luis, Hugo, Maury, and Marco lead you over rocky desert trails to waterfalls, pools, and natural water slides. Swim if you wish, then enjoy tacos or quesadillas in Miraflores before stopping at the Tropic of Cancer.

“This view was spectacular!!! Our tour guide, Hugo, was wonderful! He was friendly, knowledgeable, and knew when to be involved and when to give us space. Visiting this waterfall was the highlight of our trip!! We WILL be back!!”

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Balandra & Tecolote: hike, kayak and snorkel in paradise - Snorkeling over Balandra’s rocky reef
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Balandra & Tecolote: hike, kayak and snorkel in paradise

5.Balandra & Tecolote: hike, kayak and snorkel in paradise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 299 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $136

Start at Balandra with a tandem kayak ride through mangroves and a reef snorkel, then hike 5 km over sand, rocks, desert, and tide pools to Tecolote. Guides such as Mateo, Alberto, Alex, and Daniel share local wildlife knowledge. Ceviche lunch and equipment are included.

“Wonderful experience today with Alejandro and Checo ( hope I’m not misspelling your name ) . They took us with kayak and hiking In paradise explaining all the beauty of Balandra’s area. The whole family enjoyed the experience !!”

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Iztaccihuatl Volcano Hike with an Alpinist - Paso de Cortés and the story behind the pass
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Iztaccihuatl Volcano Hike with an Alpinist

6.Iztaccihuatl Volcano Hike with an Alpinist

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 244 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $139

Join an alpinist guide for an 11-hour outing from Mexico City to Paso de Cortés and Iztaccihuatl National Park. You begin near 3,990 meters and hike toward 4,200 or 4,350 meters, with views of Iztaccihuatl and Popocatépetl. Bring food, water, warm layers, and proper hiking shoes.

“My wife and I are accomplished and experienced hikers and it was a wonderful day hike experience ! Our tour operator was able to accommodate us at the last minute. FYI, it is a very bumpy ride to the starting point 🙃Our guide, Fabrizio, made sure everyone was together and safe. At the end of the hike, we had a late lunch at a local roadside restaurant which served a delicious and filling meal. Our total elevation gain from the beginning of the hike to the end was 12089 to, 13885 feet. It doesn't seem like much but, at that elevation,it's very hard on the lungs due to the thin…”

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4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim - The first waterfall, fish, and a cold natural pool
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4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

7.4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $35

Join a small English-speaking group with guides such as Juan, Alex, or Diego for a four-hour jungle hike from Puerto Vallarta. Ride public transport, cross shallow streams, learn about local plants and wildlife, swim beneath Palo Maria Falls, and climb to a bay lookout.

“The hike was amazing and my adult kids had a great time! However, this hike is NOT for someone with any knee issues. The guide is there to get you through the trail and to the waterfall, but not through the terrain. If it was not for my son, I would have not have made it through all the rocks we had to climb”

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Puerto Vallarta: 4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim - Finding the meeting point near the OXXO
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Puerto Vallarta: 4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

8.4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 163 reviews · 4 hours · from $30Best value

Meet your English or Spanish speaking guide near the OXXO, ride a local bus south, then follow a rocky river trail through Puerto Vallarta’s tropical forest. Guides such as Juan, Alex, Diego, and Rocco point out plants and wildlife before you swim at a waterfall and choose a steeper route to higher falls and a bay lookout.

“Well worth the money. Rocco was a very informative guide, with a wide knowledge of the area, plants, and wildlife. The hike wasn’t difficult for anybody able bodied. A bit rocky and stepping across stones to get across the river. We had elder aged people and younger and everyone made it through just fine. The water was refreshing, the cliff jumping was fun and the waterfall was lovely. Highly recommend for a nice morning into early afternoon.”

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Hike and Yoga Jungle Experience in Mexico - Starting at Chaman Mexican Creative Kitchen
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Hike and Yoga Jungle Experience in Mexico

9.Hike and Yoga Jungle Experience in Mexico

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Meet Diane and possibly Jair at Chaman Mexican Creative Kitchen for a 1.5-mile jungle hike, coastal views, and a 40 to 50-minute yoga class beneath the palms. The route suits beginners, but uneven ground and heat call for sturdy shoes, water, and a moderate level of fitness.

“This hike and yoga tour was a lot of fun. The hike to the beach was not difficult, anyone can do it. The yoga was relaxing on a really quiet beach. We also saw whales breaching during the class. I would recommend this.”

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From Mexico City: Hike Iztaccihuatl Volcano with an Alpinist - Paso de Cortés gives you the first great view
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From Mexico City: Hike Iztaccihuatl Volcano with an Alpinist

10.Hike Iztaccihuatl Volcano with an Alpinist

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 155 reviews · 11 hours · from $168

Travel from Mexico City to Paso de Cortés and hike Iztaccíhuatl with a Spanish or English-speaking alpinist guide. Expect a 5 to 7 kilometer route, steep ground, thin air, volcano views, and about three hours on foot. Guides such as Fabrizio, Gerson, Ivan, and Sergio have led this outing.

“It was a great experience and opportunity to get out of the city for one day. Enough breaks with the Minibus till the start of the Hiking / Trecking Tour. We reached the 2nd Gate as a whole team and it was a great experience for all of us what the high attitude of around 4.000m does to people who normally live at around 500m elevation level. The Tour Guide Ivan was great. He explained a lot around the region, spoke clear and without Hektik. I would book it again. Greetings from Alemania.”

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Hidden Waterfalls Hiking Adventure - Swimming in the natural pools
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Hidden Waterfalls Hiking Adventure

11.Hidden Waterfalls Hiking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 148 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $180

Leave Cabo for the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains on a private hike led by Carlos or Max. Expect rocky trails, natural pools, a waterfall swim, desert back roads, a craft ice cream stop, and optional lunch at a family-run Mexican restaurant. The route can be adjusted to your group’s ability.

“Carlos at The Max Company was an incredible guide! He made the whole experience so much fun. Highly recommend!”

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Hiking in the Sierra Norte of Oaxaca - Pine, oak, fields, and high viewpoints
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Hiking in the Sierra Norte of Oaxaca

12.Hiking in the Sierra Norte of Oaxaca

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $161

Join Luis Fernando for a full-day Sierra Norte outing from Oaxaca City. After breakfast in Cuajimoloyas, hike near Benito Juárez through pine-oak forest at 2,800 to 3,100 meters, with routes from 2 to 25 km. Local lunch, trail snacks, transport, poles, water, and entry fees are included.

“I had an amazing day! The altitude was challenging, but worth it for the views and the sense of accomplishment. Luis was an excellent guide, who ensured that we were paced appropriately and gave us choices to continue to a third viewpoint or return back to the village. (The third viewpoint is stunning!). I felt very safe and well looked after the entire day. Luis is very knowledgeable about the local fauna and flora. We started the day with an excellent breakfast and finished with a charming late lunch/early dinner. We were safely transported to and from the park.”

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Hiking Jorullo Point - A proper hike, not a casual walk
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Hiking Jorullo Point

13.Hiking Jorullo Point

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $100

Travel from Puerto Vallarta into the Sierra Madre Occidental for a guided, uphill jungle hike with guides such as Rafael, Polo, Jonathan, or Jar. Look for macaws and parrots, learn about orchids and native plants, cool off by the Cuale River, and finish with tequila tasting.

“The views were breathtaking, and our guide, Jonathan, was very knowledgeable, kind, and a fantastic photographer!”

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Ultimate Hierve el Agua Hike + Mezcal - Seeing Hierve el Agua from every angle
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Ultimate Hierve el Agua Hike + Mezcal

14.Ultimate Hierve el Agua Hike + Mezcal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $227

Leave Oaxaca City at 6:00 AM for a full-day adventure to Hierve el Agua. You will hike through agave country, swim in thermal pools and a secluded waterfall, enjoy breakfast and lunch, then visit a family mezcal producer. Carlos and local guides may lead the route.

“All information provided for the trip by Viator (pickup location, contact info, ect.) was incorrect. The WhatsApp number I texted asking for the departure location was to a different tour company, who gave me their own pickup location. So when I showed up before 6 am, there was no one there. I attempted to email the operator through Viator but there was no response. I went over to the tour company office later to try to figure something out as a replacement. They offered to replace the trip with a much cheaper bike tour. They also refused to refund me, saying it was on Viator not them. Avoid this tour…”

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Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens Hiking Tour - How difficult is the Horcones River hike?
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Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens Hiking Tour

15.Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $102

Spend about six hours exploring Puerto Vallarta’s Botanical Garden, hiking beside the Horcones River, and finishing at Los Veranos Adventure Park. Guide Bengy has earned praise for clear nature explanations. Expect tequila tasting, rescued animals, river activities, and optional food at your own cost.

“Very Professional and Accommodating tour service. At the very last minute, I booked an excursion to a hiking tour at the Botanical Gardens and really enjoyed it. I was confused by the logistics (but that was all on me because I am not familiar with the local surroundings so I ended up missing the meeting time). Luckily, the staff was very nice and arranged for me to catch up with the rest of the tour group. I was very happy with the hike. Found a lot of floral and fauna treasures. Met some cool rescued animals and a very chill dog who was the unofficial boss at the entrance. Another…”

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★ 4.9Fox Canyon: Day HikeFrom $1659 reviews
★ 4.8Balandra Adventure: Hike, Kayak, and SnorkelFrom $13326 reviews
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