Explore Catemaco and the Tuxtlas as you discover Hispanic relics and a charming magical ecosystem. Visit the largest Olmec head in the region, a cigar factory, the waterfall El Salto de Eyipantla, and the island of the monkeys on a boat tour.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 12 hours
- Starting time 8:00 AM
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English
- Pickup included
- Your hotel lobby in Veracruz at 8 AM
Experience
Highlights
- Admire colossal stone heads found in the region, in Santiago Tuxtla
- Learn about the cigar making process at a factory in San Andres Tuxtla
- Admire the panoramic views of the 40 m El salto de Eyipantla waterfall
- Take a boat trip between lagoon islands, including La Isla de los Monos
Full description
Get picked up from your hotel in Veracruz at 8 AM and take a 2.5-hour drive to Santiago Tuxtla. First, pay a visit to the largest Olmec Stone Head in the region. After marveling at this colossal object, take a 20-minute drive to the Santa Clara cigar factory for a 1-hour tour. Learn about the step-by-step process of making 100% handmade cigars.
Next, set off to Eyipantla, where you will find El Salto de Eyipantla, a spectacular waterfall which is more than 50 m high and 40 m wide. Explore this Tuxtla Biosphere Reserve, and enjoy direct contact with nature while you descend the 244-step staircase that takes you to the waterfall. Don't worry, every 15 steps there is a space to rest. When you reach the bottom, be amazed by the magnitude of the crashing water and enjoy a packed lunch (not provided) amongst mulatto trees and fauna of this region.
Finally, visit Catemaco, a village next to the magnificent lagoon which is home to shamans, sorcerers, and healers. Enjoy a boat ride through the lagoon, visiting the spider monkey island, macaque island, and heron island. At the end of the day, take a 3-hour return drive back to Veracruz where you will be dropped off at your hotel.
Includes
- Pick-up and drop off at your hotel in Veracruz
- Visit to the largest Olmec stone head in the region
- Entry to the cigar factory in Santiago Tuxtla
- Entry to wonderfull Eyipantla waterfall
- Boat trip through the lagoon of Catemaco
- Tour guide
- Food and drinks
- Tips (optional)
- Shaman visit
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable clothes
Know before you go
- This tour is not recommended for people with reduced mobility
- You will descend 244 steps and climb 244 steps to reach the part closest to the waterfall; there is no elevator
- It is recommended to have breakfast before the tour
- Please bring additional cash if you want to purchase souvenirs or food