SAN CRISTÓBAL DE LAS CASAS · NATURE

Montebello Lakes & El Chiflón

Make a full day of El Chiflón waterfalls and the lakes of Montebello.

Duration: 12 h
Departure city: San Cristóbal de las Casas
Activity language: English; may be bilingual
Pickup / meeting: Hotel pickup; ends in central San Cristóbal.

PICTURE YOUR EXPERIENCE

What your experience is like

Pair the power of El Chiflón with the changing colors of the Montebello lakes. Expect a full day on the road with a substantial waterfall walk rather than a short sightseeing stop.

Pickup, timing & return

Departure / meeting: Hotel pickup in San Cristóbal at approximately 8 am.
Return / finish: Around 8 pm in downtown San Cristóbal; hotel drop-off is excluded.

Times are approximate and use local time. Your voucher confirms collection arrangements; traffic, weather and route conditions can affect the return.

The experience, step by step

01

Stage 1

Travel about 2.5 hours to El Chiflón.

02

Stage 2

Follow the waterfall trail; reaching the upper viewpoint involves about 800 steps.

03

Stage 3

Spend about 1.5 hours exploring the Montebello lake area before returning.

Route overview: confirm the final programme when booking.

What is included

Hotel pickup and English-speaking guide.

Extras and exclusions

Hotel drop-off, food, drinks.

Departure or meeting point

Hotel pickup; ends in central San Cristóbal.

Check the exact address, time, and final drop-off in your confirmation. The destination name does not always match the departure city.

Is this the right experience for you?

Choose this combination when both waterfalls and lakes are priorities. Compare it with a private outing if you want to ask about a different pace. Confirm walking requirements and exactly which lake stops are planned before booking.

What to prepare

Choose comfortable clothing and footwear for the confirmed route. Ask the provider what to bring for the weather and whether water-related activities are part of your selected option.

Cancellation conditions

Free cancellation until 24 hours before departure; later cancellations and no-shows are non-refundable.

Review and retain the conditions displayed at checkout; those are the terms for your reservation.

Frequently asked questions

How do I book this experience?

Continue to Civitatis using the booking button. There you can choose your date and participants, check the final total, and review the terms before paying.

Does the page language determine the tour language?

No. This translated page helps you compare options. Confirm the guide, driver, or assistant language for the specific option you select.

What should I check before payment?

Check your date, meeting point, inclusions, participation requirements, final total, and cancellation conditions. If a detail is essential to your trip, request written confirmation.

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Information checked: October 17, 2026. Live prices and availability on Civitatis.