Ecoturismo y Aventura en Oaxaca

Ecotourism and Adventure

Ecoturismo y Aventura en Oaxaca

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Oaxaca, located in the southeast of Mexico, is an example of a singular miscegenation that even in the midst of modernity never forgets its origins. In its varied geography, it brings together not only a vast biodiversity, considered among the largest in the world, but also insurmountable cultural and ethnic riches, and the most different and beautiful natural scenery.

Ideal space for Alternative tourism, Oaxaca offers activities such as hike, Mountain biking, abseiling, climbing, zipline, ride, Observation of flora and fauna and more, in close contact with the nature. The visitor can also witness the various aspects of local life, savor the gastronomy and enjoy the warmth of its people, as well as an offer of accommodation in hotels, ecotourism cabins, local houses or excellent camping areas.


Camping in Oaxaca

The places of the Jungle of the Chimalapas they are an excellent place to camp. Since Santa Maria Chimalapa hikes can be arranged in the wooded landscapes.

Another option is Santiago Apoala which is located 125 km from the City of Oaxaca. The place offers waterfalls, valleys, rocks, canyons, caves and viewpoints.

Capulálpam in the Sierra Norte It is a Magical Town surrounded by incredible natural beauties with camping areas and beautiful cabins.

Latuvi just an hour and a half from Oaxaca City is a place with pine forest and a beautiful waterfall that is also an option for those who enjoy nature. It has areas for camping, horse rental, equipment rental such as lamps and tents and grills.


Mountain Biking in Oaxaca

Cycling through the different towns of Oaxaca is a healthy, exciting and safe way to enjoy both the landscape and the rich culture of this State.

Most of the journey is done along dirt roads, crossing temporary farmland and with an impressive view of the mountains that surround the Tlacolula Valley.

The beautiful corners that surround Capulálpam de Méndez They are also very good options for cycling.

Among the towns that offer facilities for cycling are: Teotitlán del Valle; Santa Ana del Valle, a Zapotec community, an ideal place for mountain biking; San Jose El Mogote; Y San Miguel del Valle that offers mountain bike tours, in close contact with nature and in the midst of landscapes of enormous beauty.

The region of the Sierra Norte It offers interesting routes and trails that run between wooded landscapes and that lead to natural beauties or historical places. In Large flat, 66 km from Oaxaca, there are several routes for those who like to explore in nature. There is something for all levels, from wide paths to single track trails with natural bumps and small spaces.

He Ecoturixtlán Ecotourism Center It has interesting cycling routes to travel through the Sierra Norte de Oaxaca at 2000 meters above sea level, an area that is considered one of the 17 most interesting natural areas in the world. The center offers cabins and other adventures that you should not miss.


Climbing in Oaxaca

Peña Colorada it is an excellent 150 m wall with routes over limestone rock. Another option is Saint Sebastian Tutla, an excellent sports area with rhyolitic plate routes.

Mecca It is an area with a wide wall that collapses in the shape of a wave with beautiful routes that almost always involve some difficulty.

Yagul it is located next to an archaeological zone and offers interesting routes on vertical plates somewhat collapsed.

Other places where you can practice this sport are: Tlacolula and San Sebastian Tutla.


Speleology in Oaxaca

The Caves of Apoala They consist of two large galleries and a lagoon whose depth is unknown until now. In both cavities there are beautiful natural formations of stalactites and stalagmites. According to those who have explored the place, it is advisable to do it only with the right equipment and with an experienced guide.

The Chevé System with 22.5 km of tunnels and galleries, and a drop of 1,386 meters. underground is another option. Currently the Cheve System ranks second among the deepest cave systems in the country, and ninth in the world. It has more than 90 vertical streams, underground streams, pools and waterfalls, making it a place that offers a great adventure for lovers of this sport. These caves are located 138 km north of Oaxaca.

In Huautla there is a system with very deep caves like Li Nita, which has been explored by experts to a depth of more than a thousand meters. It is considered the second deepest cave in Mexico with 1,475 meters. deep and 62 km long. It has large galleries and rooms, as well as pools and waterfalls.

The Grottoes of San Sebastián it is a system of caves with several branches, of which only one has been explored, it can be visited with a specialized guide. The route covers about 450 or 500 meters, through five rooms of different heights, where there are impressive limestone formations. In the park there is a spring that contributes to the natural beauty of the place. It is located 84 km from Oaxaca.

The Lazaro Cardenas Grottoes They are located very close to the town of Santo Domingo Petapa, are known in the region for their abundant variety of stalactite and stalagmite formations. To visit them it is recommended to hire a guide in the town.


Bird Watching in Oaxaca

The state of Oaxaca is one of the places with the greatest diversity of birds, since in its territory there are 752 different species, that is to say, a greater variety than that found in 163 countries. It also has 63 endemic species.

One of the ideal places for those who like bird watching is the dam Bluestone, where it is common to find herons, kingfishers and, during the month of January, three types of migratory birds from Canada. The «Benito Juárez Dam», very close to the town, it is also a good place to practice this activity.

He Ecoturixtlán Ecotourism Center in Ixtlan offers bird watching tours in one of the most important natural areas in the world. In the area you can find up to 400 species of birds and 350 species of butterflies.


Horseback riding in Oaxaca

You can know the Sierra Norte by horse. There are cavalcades that go from Benito Juarez to The looker from where you have a panoramic view of the Central Valleys.

Another option is Benito Juarez to Latuvi, or from Latuvi to Amatlan for him "Royal Way”, That is to say a pre-Hispanic route.

You can also enjoy horseback riding in The Beaches of Oaxaca.


Fishing in Oaxaca

The Yosocuta Dam It is a place in whose waters it is possible to sail aboard a boat, or to practice recreational fishing. Here you can fish for carp, crappie, tilapia and largemouth bass, species that inhabit the reservoir of the dam. It is located 12 km southwest of the city of Huajuapan de Leon.


Rappel in Oaxaca

Boil the water it is in the heart of a steep mountain range. The main attraction is the spectacle offered by two impressive petrified waterfalls, the first of 30 meters. high and the second 12 meters. approximately. This natural beauty offers a challenge for all lovers of this intrepid sport.

Another good option is Santiago Apoala, a beautiful place has rocks, canyons, waterfalls and valleys that, when traveling, present unparalleled natural attractions. In addition, there are caves with large galleries and interesting natural viewpoints.

In Ixtlan, the Ecoturixtlán Ecotourism Center that within its landscape includes the Grotto of the Arch with walls of 70 meters. of height in which you can practice rappelling.


Hiking in Oaxaca

The diversity of landscapes and villages offered by the Central Valleys of Oaxaca They are endless, but among the best options we can mention: Teotitlán del Valle, San Jose Mogote and San Miguel del Valle.

Boil the water It is a unique natural beauty with two beautiful waterfalls, in this place you can take a walk along a pedestrian path of approximately two kilometers, having a different perspective of the site when passing at the foot of the waterfalls.

The beautiful wooded surroundings of Calpulálpam de Méndez is another excellent option, where you can even explore the Arroyo Cave and the Cerro Pelado. This tour can also be done by bicycle.

The Sierra Norte de Oaxaca is another place that offers various options: you can walk through the coniferous forest landscapes that surround Ixtlán de Juárez until reaching Pozuelos hill, where to continue the journey you enter a cloud forest where the vegetation begins to thicken and you begin to see bromeliads, orchids and mosses. Further up, you come to a mesophilic forest.

In Amatlan you can travel the route of the Santa Ana river, descending along a winding path of the Royal Way dating from pre-Hispanic times, amidst oaks and pyrules. At the end there is a former farm and later you get to "The wading pools”. Another option in the area is the route of the Mines, where you walk along a path of pines and oaks until you reach The Wells of Sauz; later you can get to The Mines, offering an underground tour.

In Large flat, located 66 km from Oaxaca, there is the option of knowing the surroundings as Long Stone that offers a panoramic view from one of the highest point of the Sierra Norte. Another option is to walk to Amatlan on trails between forests and waterfalls. You can also walk from Llano Grande to Cuajimoloyas in the middle of a pine and oak forest. There are other hikes to Benito Juarez already The Nevería knowing more about the flora and fauna of the forests.

He Ecoturixtlán Ecotourism Center located in Ixtlán, it offers tours in the middle of a cloud forest between oaks and oaks that can measure up to 70 meters. The paths are full of orchids, moss and ferns that together look like a true fairytale forest.


Zipline in Oaxaca

There are several ecotourism centers that have zip lines and it is an exciting way to enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the Serranía de Oaxaca, such as Sierra Norte Expeditions in Saint Martha Latuvi, or in San Antonio Cuajimoloyas, to name a few.

He Ecoturixtlán Ecotourism Center It also has two tours of zipline one of 200 mts. and another of 110 meters. running over this beautiful cloud forest.


Activities in Oaxaca

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