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Head out from Tuxtla for a full day of El Chiflón’s towering cascades and the prismatic lagoons of Montebello. This long day trip pairs dramatic waterfalls with jewel‑colored lakes—expect stairs, short walks, and optional canoe rides.
Head out from Tuxtla for a full day of El Chiflón’s towering cascades and the prismatic lagoons of Montebello. This long day trip pairs dramatic waterfalls with jewel‑colored lakes—expect stairs, short walks, and optional canoe rides.
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Operated by Apasionado X Chiapas · Tuxtla Gutierrez, Chiapas
At 6:00 a.m. the van pulls away from Tuxtla and the road narrows into highland jungle until the first roar announces El Chiflón. The air tastes of river spray as steps and metal walkways lead you closer to cascading curtains of water—Cascada El Suspiro, Ala de Ángel, Arco Iris, Quinceañera—and finally the Velo de Novia, a 70‑meter drop that throws fine mist onto the viewing platform and paints the pools turquoise below. The falls move with intent; currents push you toward viewpoints and natural pools that change tone with the light.
moderate.
10–11 hours.
Comfortable for most active travelers; requires short uphill walks and stair climbs at viewpoints
The tour lasts about 11 hours (departing around 6:00 a.m.) with an approximate return to Tuxtla Gutiérrez near 10:30 p.m.
Entrance to the main sites is listed as included; optional canoe rentals or private guides at Montebello are paid locally.
Short walks at both sites are possible, but wet stairs and uneven paths at El Chiflón may be difficult for limited mobility; consider individual needs before booking.
Yes—bring water and snacks. There are limited food options at sites and the day is long; cash is recommended for purchases.
The lakes and rivers sit within lands historically used by Maya communities; Montebello was later designated a protected area as interest in conserving Chiapas’s unique karst lakes grew.
Lagunas de Montebello is a protected area—avoid feeding wildlife, stick to marked paths, and use non‑motorized boats when possible to reduce disturbance.
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