THE ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE® · Independent discovery and booking for outdoor travel
Descend 125 meters into Chiapas’s dramatic Sima de las Cotorras, witness ancient cave paintings, and zipline across a giant sinkhole. EcoExperiencias delivers a full-throttle day blending adrenaline and nature immersion.
Descend 125 meters into Chiapas’s dramatic Sima de las Cotorras, witness ancient cave paintings, and zipline across a giant sinkhole. EcoExperiencias delivers a full-throttle day blending adrenaline and nature immersion.
Book with EcoExperiencias Tour Operators
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by EcoExperiencias Tour Operators · Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas
Set in the rugged heart of Chiapas, Mexico, EcoExperiencias Tour Operators delivers an adrenaline-packed day deep inside the Sima de las Cotorras, a massive circular sinkhole carved into the limestone plateau. This unique natural wonder plunges 125 meters into a chasm measuring 180 meters in diameter, offering an extraordinary backdrop for rappelling, wildlife encounters, and cultural insights. Guests can choose a 35- or 90-meter rappel descent, lowering themselves down sheer rock faces to arrive near ancient cave paintings that whisper secrets of the region's past. The cave art here stands as a rare glimpse into pre-Hispanic cultures, preserved beneath layers of time.
Wildlife lovers will be captivated by the seasonal spectacle of hundreds of parrots roosting in the cavern. At dawn and dusk, flocks wheel in ascending circles, a breathtaking display of nature’s rhythms in motion. Following the rappel, thrill-seekers soar across the chasm’s diameter on a zipline, offering an exhilarating vantage point not just of the sinkhole, but also the verdant landscape surrounding the area.
Completing the journey, EcoExperiencias guides escort visitors to the Aguacero Waterfall, a serene spot nestled within the Ocote Biosphere Reserve. Here, the lush surroundings and cascading waters provide a welcome cool-down after the high-energy activities. This full-day tour includes ground transportation from Tuxtla Gutiérrez or San Cristóbal de las Casas, equipment, a meal, and expert guiding.
EcoExperiencias stands out in Chiapas’ outdoor offerings by combining active adventure, natural history, and cultural storytelling into one seamless experience. This trip fits perfectly within the region’s growing eco-tourism scene, promoting conservation while delivering unforgettable encounters with Mexico’s diverse environment and heritage. For anyone seeking a challenging physical outing coupled with rich natural and cultural rewards, the Sima de las Cotorras adventure is a rare find.
challenging.
8–9 hours.
Participants should be in good physical shape, comfortable with rappelling and walking on uneven terrain.
No previous experience is needed; guides provide safety instruction and equipment for beginners.
Children over 4 years old are welcome but must be accompanied by a guardian and meet safety requirements.
The full day trip lasts about 8 to 9 hours including transportation from Tuxtla Gutiérrez or San Cristóbal.
One meal is provided during the excursion; additional food or drinks can be purchased separately.
If conditions are unsafe due to weather, the tour can be rescheduled or fully refunded.
The terrain and rappel activity are not suitable for wheelchair access or those with mobility restrictions.
The cave paintings inside the chasm date back centuries, reflecting indigenous cultural heritage that remains a key link to Chiapas’ ancestral past.
EcoExperiencias supports sustainable tourism practices aimed at protecting the fragile ecosystems within the Ocote Biosphere Reserve.
EcoExperiencias Tour Operators organizes immersive, eco-focused tours across southern Mexico, with a strong emphasis on Chiapas, the Lacandon Jungle, Palenque, Bacalar and nearby regions. The company curates day trips and multi-day adventures that include guided visits to archaeological sites, natural reserves, waterfalls, lakes and indigenous communities. Offerings range from canoe and catamaran tours on Laguna Bacalar, mountain bike routes around San Cristóbal, and boat excursions through Sumidero Canyon, to multi-day jungle expeditions to Yaxchilán and Bonampak and camping in Lacanjá. Several itineraries highlight sustainable stays and community engagement, including nights at Ecolodge Las Guacamayas and meals at Refugio Lodge. Transfer and logistics services appear among options, such as airport reception, transfers between Tuxtla and San Cristóbal, and combined tour-plus-transport packages. Tour types explicitly listed include group catamaran tours, private catamaran departures, guided archaeological visits (Monte Albán, Toniná, Palenque), waterfall and canyon excursions (Agua Azul, Misolhá, Chiflón, Aguacero, Nubes), and adventure activities like rafting, rappelling, zipline and mountain biking. Local cultural experiences are part of the catalog, with visits to indigenous towns such as San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán, artisan villages near Oaxaca, and guided cultural immersion in Lacandon and Tzotzil communities. Trip durations vary from a few hours to multi-day expeditions. The operator emphasizes eco-experiences, regional biodiversity, local guides and logistical support to help travelers explore natural and cultural highlights across Chiapas, Bacalar, Oaxaca and Tabasco. Booking options include group and private departures, full-day and multi-day packages, with clear itineraries, local partner coordination, and flexible dates across regions.
Book with EcoExperiencias Tour Operators