Waterfall Hikes in Mexico: 4 Worth Booking

1.Los Cabos: Hiking at the Fox Canyon with Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 369 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $165Our pick

Leave Los Cabos behind for Fox Canyon with guides such as Luis, Hugo, Maury, or Marco. Hike rocky desert trails to waterfalls and clear pools, learn about Baja plants and animals, eat tacos in Miraflores, and stop at the Tropic of Cancer. Swimming is included in the adventure, but the hike requires moderate fitness.

“This is one of the most exhilarating hikes I have been on in years. There were 8 in our group- all in decent shape and so our guide asked if we wanted the more rugged route. We agreed and had a truly marvelous and challenging hike in gorgeous countryside.”

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2.4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $35

Meet in Puerto Vallarta’s Zona Romántica, ride a local bus south, then hike through tropical forest along the river to Cascadas Palo Maria. Expect several stream crossings, rough rocks, a waterfall swim, and a high lookout over the bay. Guides such as Juan Carlos, Alex, Diego, and Víctor explain local plants, animals, and history. Water shoes are essential.

“It was well worth the low price, but also easily replicated solo if you are so inclined. Beautiful waterfall with swimming hole. Minus a star for no snacks or fruit. I’d have brought my own if the posting didn’t say it was provided.”

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3.Puerto Vallarta: 4-Hour Jungle Hike and Waterfall Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 163 reviews · 4 hours · from $30Best value

Join a Spanish- or English-speaking guide such as Juan, Alex, Diego, or Rocco for a four-hour jungle hike south of Puerto Vallarta. Ride a local bus, cross the river, learn about plants and wildlife, swim near a waterfall, and choose a steeper route to extra falls and a bay lookout. Bring water, fruit is provided, and wear shoes that can get wet.

“The tour was absolutely incredible and Alex our tour guide was the best guide I’ve ever had! He knew all the right spots for pictures and was so helpful when our group decided to do the second hike to the waterfall! Thank you Alex!”

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4.Hidden Waterfalls Hiking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 148 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $180

Travel from Cabo San Lucas into the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains with Carlos or Max, then hike to a waterfall and natural swimming pool. This private, adjustable tour includes transport, snacks, water, reserve fees, and a family-ranch visit. Expect rocky trails, dirt roads, a local ice cream stop, and optional lunch.

“The hike was amazing and beautiful. Max was so accomidating to our pace and what we wanted to see. We really enjoyed getting to go to the top of the waterfalls and look back down the valley! So many options on the hike and Max let us make several choices on the hike. The food and margaritas on the way back to town were AMAZING!! Best tacos we have had in Cabo area.”

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