From Veracruz: Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour
ID: GYG242082-417992
Category:
Country: Mexico
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Explore Catemaco and the Tuxtlas. Visit the largest Olmec head in the region, the waterfall El Salto de Eyipantla, and the island of the monkeys.
Get picked up from your hotel in Veracruz at 8 AM and take a 2.5-hour drive to Santiago Tuxtla. First, pay a visit to the largest Olmec Stone Head in the region.
Next, set off to Eyipantla, where you will find El Salto de Eyipantla, a spectacular waterfall which is more than 50 m high and 40 m wide. Explore this Tuxtla Biosphere Reserve, and enjoy direct contact with nature while you descend the 244-step staircase that takes you to the waterfall. Don't worry, every 15 steps there is a space to rest. When you reach the bottom, be amazed by the magnitude of the crashing water and enjoy a packed lunch (not provided) amongst mulatto trees and fauna of this region.
Finally, visit Catemaco, a village next to the magnificent lagoon which is home to shamans, sorcerers, and healers. Enjoy a boat ride through the lagoon, visiting the spider monkey island, macaque island, and heron island. At the end of the day, take a 3-hour return drive back to Veracruz where you will be dropped off at your hotel.
Highlights
- Admire colossal stone heads found in the region, in Santiago Tuxtla
- Learn about the cigar making process at a factory in San Andres Tuxtla
- Admire the panoramic views of the 40 m El salto de Eyipantla waterfall
- Take a boat trip between lagoon islands, including La Isla de los Monos
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour is not recommended for people with reduced mobility
• You will descend 244 steps and climb 244 steps to reach the part closest to the waterfall; there is no elevator
• It is recommended to have breakfast before the tour
• Please bring additional cash if you want to purchase souvenirs or food
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Your hotel lobby in Veracruz at 8 AM
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
