Hiking in the Sierra Norte of Oaxaca
Overview
What makes this experience special is the perfect combination of adventure, nature, and local culture. It's not just a hike; it's a day designed to disconnect from the hustle and bustle, breathe fresh air, and explore spectacular trails in the Sierra Norte of Oaxaca.
Plus, everything is designed for your worry-free enjoyment: routes tailored to your level, stops at local restaurants serving authentic food, and my knowledge of the region's flora, fauna, and culture.
If you're looking for an authentic experience, away from the crowds and in touch with nature, this is the ideal plan for you.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch Meals (Breakfast and lunch/dinner)
- Snacks Trail Mix
- Bottled water Water bottle & refill
- Private transportation
- Entry fees
- Rain jacket
- Hiking poles
- Backpack
- Cold jacket
Meeting Location
Dr. Liceaga 119
RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., 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
If you're looking for fresh air and a day of adventure, this experience is for you. Everything is planned so you can simply enjoy it.
We'll drive 1.5 hours to Cuajimoloyas, one of the 8 Pueblos Mancomunados (Communal Villages). First, we'll have breakfast at my favorite restaurant (trust me, come hungry). Then, we'll drive 15 minutes to Benito Juárez, where our hike begins.
Depending on your level and the pace of the group, I'll choose the best route:
✔️ Short: 2-5 km | ✔️ Intermediate: 5-12 km | ✔️ Long: 12-25 km
We'll hike through a pine-oak forest at 2,800-3,100 meters above sea level, exploring microclimates, and, if you're interested, I'll tell you about the local flora, fauna, and fungi.
What to bring?
☔ Rainy (June-Oct): Boots and a rain jacket. (I'll bring extra gear if you need it.)
☀️ Dry (November-May): Long-sleeved shirt, hat, and sunscreen.
After the hike, we'll eat at another of my favorite spots. You'll want to stay longer, but we'll have to head back to the city.
If you're looking for nature, fresh air, and good food, this is your plan!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-333827P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- 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).
- Breakfast.
- Lunch. Meals (Breakfast and lunch/dinner).
- Snacks. Trail Mix.
- Bottled water. Water bottle & refill.
- Private transportation.
- Entry fees.
- Rain jacket.
- Hiking poles.
- Backpack.
- Cold jacket.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hiking in the Sierra Norte of Oaxaca is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hiking in the Sierra Norte of Oaxaca 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.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
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
- Breakfast
- LunchMeals (Breakfast and lunch/dinner)
- SnacksTrail Mix
- Bottled waterWater bottle & refill
- Private transportation
- Entry fees
- Rain jacket
- Hiking poles
- Backpack
- Cold jacket
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
