Paddle a wooden canoe along the blue Tampaón River to Tamul, one of San Luis Potosí’s tallest waterfalls, then swim in Cueva del Agua—a 25m cenote. This full-day trip includes a local family lunch and hotel pickup from Ciudad Valles.
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A wooden canoe parts deep-blue water and the river answers with a low, steady rush—this is the Tampaón before it throws itself over Tamul waterfall. You’ll push off from a riverside launch and glide under limestone cliffs, the current steady and the water clear enough to see submerged boulders and the occasional darting fish. At the waterfall the river folds into a thunderous curtain, dropping roughly 100 meters and sending a cool spray that dares you to hold the camera steady.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Light aerobic fitness; ability to climb in and out of a canoe and swim short distances.
Wildlife
History
The Huasteca Potosina’s rivers and cenotes formed in limestone over millennia; local Teenek communities have long used these waterways for transport and sustenance.
Conservation
Tour operators limit group sizes and use designated launch points to reduce bank erosion; avoid sunscreen with oxybenzone and pack out trash to protect fragile aquatic ecosystems.
Reserve your spot on the Tamul waterfall and water cave on a wooden canoe today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a waterproof bag
Keep phones and spare clothes dry—wetsides and river spray are unavoidable near Tamul and Cueva del Agua.
Wear secure water shoes
River launches and river-rock banks are slippery; shoes with good grip make getting in and out of the canoe safer.
Sun protection and hydration
The Huasteca sun is strong; carry 1–2 liters of water and reef-safe sunscreen for the day.
Know your swimming limits
Cave swims and river dips are optional—stay with the guide if you’re not a confident swimmer.
Water bottle (1–2L)
Hydration for a full-day tour in hot, humid conditions.
Quick-dry clothing & swimwear
Dries fast after swims and keeps you comfortable during the paddle.
summer
Secure water shoes
Protects feet on wet rocks and provides traction for canoe entry/exit.
spring
Waterproof phone case or dry bag
Protects electronics and essentials from spray and accidental submersion.