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Sumidero Canyon Excursion from San Cristobal de las Casas

1. Sumidero Canyon Excursion from San Cristobal de las Casas

Marvel at the majestic walls of the Sumidero Canyon on this 8-hour excursion that feels like a journey back in time. Tours depart from the Algrano Cafe in San Cristobal de las Casas. After a transfer to the jetty, take a boat to the canyon. Be on the lookout for crocodiles, monkeys and a wide variety of birds. Next on the itinerary is a visit to the colonial city of Chiapa de Corzo. Take some time to browse the numerous shops that offer local craft items. Continue to San Cristobal de las Casas, where the tour ends.

Sumidero National Park Full-Day Trip from Tuxtla Gutiérrez

2. Sumidero National Park Full-Day Trip from Tuxtla Gutiérrez

Embark on amazing experience to Sumidero National Park. Explore Sumidero Canyon and the town of Chiapa de Corzo on this 9-hour tour from San Cristobal. Begin with a 45 minute drive through the mountains, along a scenic highway toward Tuxtla Gutierrez. Admire the beautiful panoramic views as you pass through the clouds to reach the canyon. The tour continues with a boat trip, as you marvel at the immense Sumidero Canyon from another perspective. After taking in this stunning natural scenery, you’ll visit the magical town of Chiapa de Corzo, known for its magnificent 16th-century Mudéjar Fountain, with its colorful xicalpestles (lacquered and painted gourds). It’s also home to Parachico revelers, the main attraction at the Fiesta of San Sebastián (only in January). After the visit you’ll continue on the drive, enjoying breathtaking views of the Sumidero Canyon from several lookout points, including the Ceiba, the Coyota, the Roblar, the Tepehuaje and the Chiapa. These locations allow you to admire the grandeur of the canyon as well as the flora and fauna.  

Sumidero National Park Full-Day Trip from San Cristobal

3. Sumidero National Park Full-Day Trip from San Cristobal

Embark on amazing experience to Sumidero National Park. Explore Sumidero Canyon and the town of Chiapa de Corzo on this 9-hour tour from San Cristobal. Begin with a 45-minute drive through the mountains, along a scenic highway toward Tuxtla Gutierrez. Admire the beautiful panoramic views as you pass through the clouds to reach the canyon. The tour continues with a boat trip, as you marvel at the immense Sumidero Canyon from another perspective. After taking in this stunning natural scenery, you’ll visit the magical town of Chiapa de Corzo, known for its magnificent 16th-century Mudéjar Fountain, with its colorful xicalpestles (lacquered and painted gourds). It’s also home to Parachico revelers, the main attraction at the Fiesta of San Sebastián. After the visit you’ll continue on the drive, enjoying breathtaking views of the Sumidero Canyon from several lookout points, including the Ceiba, the Coyota, the Roblar, the Tepehuaje and the Chiapa. These locations allow you to admire the grandeur of the canyon as well as the local flora and fauna.

San Cristobal:Sumidero Canyon, Chiapa de Corzo and Miradores

4. San Cristobal:Sumidero Canyon, Chiapa de Corzo and Miradores

Departure at 9:00 am at the reception of your hotel and transfer to the canyon of the sumidero that forms the Grijalva river, a boat trip with a duration of 2 hrs in the canyon of the sumidero where you can appreciate species of flora and fauna native to the region. Continuing with the tour and we head to the ancient city of Chiapa de Corzo founded in 1528 by Captain Diego de Mazariegos, we will visit a Mudejar style fountain built in the sixteenth century, continuing with our tour we will visit the 5 viewpoints that make up the sumidero canyon, to finish the tour we move to San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas. The rest of the afternoon at leisure. Back to the colonial city of San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas at approximately 5:00 pm.

San Cristóbal: Sumidero Canyon, Viewpoints & Chiapa de Corzo

5. San Cristóbal: Sumidero Canyon, Viewpoints & Chiapa de Corzo

This fun journey begins by meeting at "Al Grano" Café located in front of the central park in downtown San Cristóbal de Las Casas to board the tourist transportation and begin our journey. Upon arriving in Tuxtla, we will start by visiting the magnificent viewpoints of the Sumidero Canyon to appreciate its majesty from another perspective. We will tour two of the main viewpoints. We will then head to the dock to sail and admire the impressive geology of the Sumidero Canyon through the Grijalva River, where we can also observe the diversity of flora and fauna (crocodiles, monkeys, and countless birds). Later, we will head to the Colonial City of Chiapa de Corzo where you will have time to visit, tour each place at your own pace, and buy beautiful local handicrafts. To conclude this adventure, we will take the passengers back to San Cristóbal de Las Casas, dropping you off at the "Al Grano" Café in the city center in front of the central park, so you can return to your lodging on your own to rest and enjoy the unforgettable memories that your mind and heart created with this wonderful trip.

From Tuxtla Gutierrez: Sumidero Canyon & San Cristobal Tour

6. From Tuxtla Gutierrez: Sumidero Canyon & San Cristobal Tour

Wonderful journey through time, as you contemplate the majestic walls of the Sumidero canyon. Departure from the hotel or reception at the first class bus station, to go to the jetty, where you will take a boat that will take you to the wonderful walk in the bowels of the Sumidero Canyon, where you can admire its flora, fauna (crocodiles , Monkeys, infinity of birds, among other species). Later they will go to the colonial city of Chiapa de Corzo, time to realize the Visit and to make purchases of crafts. Continuation to San Cristobal de las Casas. A unique experience, that you should not miss!

From San Cristobal: Sumidero Canyon & Chiapa de Corzo Tour

7. From San Cristobal: Sumidero Canyon & Chiapa de Corzo Tour

Venture into the stunning Sumidero Canyon aboard a boat, giving you the opportunity to discover the lush flora and fauna of the place, including crocodiles, monkeys, and birds in their natural habitat. After this amazing tour, take you to the beautiful Colonial City of Chiapa de Corzo, where you can explore and buy local handicrafts. Immerse yourself in the culture and history of this magical town and let yourself be carried away by its charm. Finally, return to San Cristóbal de las Casas to get dropped off, with your heart full of memories and your mind full of new experiences.

Tuxtla Gutierrez: Sumidero, Chiapa de Corzo and Miradores

8. Tuxtla Gutierrez: Sumidero, Chiapa de Corzo and Miradores

We start the tour from your hotel and drive towards Sumidero Canyon, where we take a 2-hour boat ride through the Sumidero canyon to the Grijalva River dock, where you can see local plants and animals. As we move on with the tour, we will stop at a 16th-century fountain designed in the Mudejar architecture as we approach the historic city of Chiapa de Corzo, which Captain Diego de Mazariegos founded in 1528. We take advantage of the excursions' continuation and travel to the canyon's views to thoroughly appreciate the journey.

Sumidero Canyon & Chiapa de Corzo: Day Tour from Tuxtla

9. Sumidero Canyon & Chiapa de Corzo: Day Tour from Tuxtla

Jump aboard a boat and enjoy a leisurely 2-hour boat along the steep edges of the canyon as you see stunning waterfalls, beautiful caves, and amazing cliffs roll out before you. Make your way slowly to the spectacular Sumidero Canyon, whose colorful waters drop from walls over 4,000 feet high. After finishing your boat ride, head over to Chiapa de Corzo, once the first colonial city founded by Spanish conquistadores, and now a typical Mexican town with a selection of great regional cuisine. After your meal, take a walk to the city's central fountain to admire the outstanding mudejar-style brickwork and enjoy a beverage before the end of the tour.

From San Cristobal: Zinacantán and San Juan Chamula Tour

10. From San Cristobal: Zinacantán and San Juan Chamula Tour

Start your journey from the beautiful city of San Cristóbal de Las Casas at "Cafetería Al Grano", and make your way to the enigmatic and beautiful indigenous town of San Juan Chamula, a Maya-Tzotzil community governed by its own customs and traditions. Here,visit the main temple dedicated to San Juan Bautista, a place considered by locals as a mystical and sacred temple where photography is prohibited inside the church. Arrive at the picturesque community of Zinacantán. Here, explore the rich culture and traditions of the community and marvel at their impressive handmade crafts and textiles. From the vibrant market to their colorful homes, Zinacantán is a place that will leave you fascinated and inspire you to discover even more about the richness of Mexican culture. To conclude this adventure, back to San Cristóbal de Las Casas and drop them off at "Cafetería Al Grano" in the city center, in front of the central park, so that you can return to your accommodation on your own to rest and enjoy the unforgettable memories that your mind and heart have created with this wonderful trip.

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4.4 / 5

based on 46 reviews

We kwamen sochtends toe aan het ado station ipv de luchthaven maar dit was geen enkel probleem en we werden daar mooi op tijd opgehaald door een enthousiaste chaufeur Saoul. Hij sprak enkel spaans maar kon vertalen met z’n telefoon. De tocht door Sumidero was prachtig, en Saoul maakte duidelijke afspraken met ons over het trefpunt in Chiapa de Corzo, waar hij ook stipt op tijd verscheen. We zouden dit iedereen aanraden!

What a magical experience and would recommend to anyone. Everyone from our hotel pickup, translator to our boat driver were all just excellent. Plan to return next May and will for sure book this experience for my mom. A+++++++++ all the way!

Very professional, fun activities, very worthwhile. We were given an english guide who was really nice and extremely helpful, and made sure we got the most out of the day

Highly recommended experience, very friendly driver and very nice visits. Recommend bringing water, hat and sunscreen.

Great activity. Amazing Canyon and great vibe from the professionals. Very nice!