CDMX: TEMAZCAL Healing & cleansing ceremony ritual Zapoteca
Overview
Temazcales are a deeply rooted tradition in Mexico and are usually easily found in small communities. However, it is rare to find an authentic temazcal in the heart of the city. Often, the available options resemble more spa or sauna experiences than the true tradition. What sets us apart is precisely having an original temazcal right in the heart of the city. Immerse yourself in the authentic experience of a Zapotec temazcal in Mexico City, where you will dare to experience the teachings and traditions of this ancient culture. Our temazcal is built following traditional techniques, using local materials, and respecting the sacred dimensions of the Zapotec culture. All this in a natural oasis in the midst of urban hustle and bustle.
What's Included
- Trasporte del punto de encuentro al lugar de la actividad
Meeting Location
Alfonso Reyes 218
Hipódromo, Cuauhtémoc, 06100 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
The temazcal, a traditional sweat lodge utilized by various ancient cultures in Mexico like the Mexicas, Mayas, Zapotecas, Mixtecas and other indigenous groups, is typically constructed as a hut or dome made from mud, stone, wood, or branches covered with fabrics, depending on the region. Inside this structure, hot rocks are placed at the center to generate heat, and water infused with medicinal plants is poured over them to create steam that has therapeutic properties and is used for both physical and spiritual well-being. The temazcal serves as a space for purification of the body and mind, connection with nature, and honoring ancestral traditions. Revered as sacred by many indigenous communities, this practice is still use in various parts of Mexico as part of healing rituals. Huitzi, is our main shaman, originally from a small town in Oaxaca. Since moving to Mexico City a few years back, he founded Aldea Tonatzin, a place dedicated to preserving the authentic traditions of the Zapoteca culture. Presently, along with María, his friend and apprentice, they run the traditional Zapoteca temazcal with the goal of sharing the Zapoteca heritage worldwide.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the CDMX: TEMAZCAL Healing & cleansing ceremony ritual Zapoteca is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for CDMX: TEMAZCAL Healing & cleansing ceremony ritual Zapoteca will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
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If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Trasporte del punto de encuentro al lugar de la actividad
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
