



by Mas Montana
This full-day hiking tour in the Sierra Norte of Oaxaca offers a chance to spend about 12 hours exploring trails suited to your fitness level. The route passes through natural areas where local plants and animals can be observed. Along the way, there are stops at local restaurants where authentic regional food is served. The tour includes private transportation to and from Oaxaca City, entry fees, breakfast, lunch, snacks, bottled water, a rain jacket, and hiking poles to support the walk. A backpack and cold jacket are not provided. The plan is laid out to let participants spend the day away from urban noise and enjoy the outdoors with guidance on the area's nature and culture.
Cuajimoloyas and Benito Juárez Hike
The group travels by car for one and a half hours to reach Cuajimoloyas, which is among the eight Pueblos Mancomunados. Breakfast is provided at a local dining spot. Following this, the group drives for 15 minutes to Benito Juárez, where the hiking route begins. The guide selects the route according to the group's pace and skill level, offering options of 2 to 5 km, 5 to 12 km, or 12 to 25 km. The trail goes through a pine-oak forest situated between 2,800 and 3,100 meters in elevation, with opportunities to learn about the area's plants, animals, and fungi. Participants should bring boots and a rain jacket during the rainy season from June to October, or a long-sleeved shirt, hat, and sunscreen during the dry season from November to May. After the hike, the group dines at another local restaurant before returning to the city.
720 min
We'll meet at the southeast corner of "El Llano" park (José María Pino Suárez Street and Dr. Liceaga Street) at the 2 lion statues.
End point
We'll meet at the southeast corner of "El Llano" park (José María Pino Suárez Street and Dr. Liceaga Street) at the 2 lion statues.