Montebello Lakes & El Chiflón Waterfalls Tour

Piercing turquoise lagoons and awe-inspiring waterfalls - immerse yourself in the beautiful natural landscapes of Chiapas on this day trip to Montebello Lakes and El Chiflón from San Cristóbal de las Casas.

Montebello Lakes & El Chiflón Waterfalls Tour

Pickup is at 8 am from your hotel in San Cristóbal de las Casas, followed by a two and a half hour drive to Lagunas de Montebello National Park. The first stop is the El Chiflón Waterfalls, near the Sumidero Canyon.

At the El Chiflón Ecotourism Center, you will climb 800 steps to the top of the waterfall for scenic views. You will also walk through the jungle for about a mile, visiting waterfalls such as El Suspiro (80 feet), Ala de Angel (over 98 feet), and Velo de Novia (over 400 feet) with its turquoise waters.

Your tour continues with a walk around the Montebello Lagoons for an hour and a half, where you will see various lagoons in different colors, influenced by the surrounding flora.

After a day in this remarkable natural environment, return to downtown San Cristóbal de las Casas by 8 pm.

Tour from Tuxtla Gutiérrez

This tour is available from San Cristóbal de las Casas, with an option to book from Tuxtla Gutiérrez as well.