Pueblos Mancomunados
This ecotourism project was developed by eight Zapotec villages and has become a model for all México.
1 to 6 days
The ancient Route to the Coast
A trip to the Pacific Coast that goes through the craft-making villages of the Central Valley, the high country of San Jose del Pacifico and the coffee plantations of Pluma Hidalgo.
3 days
San Miguel del Valle – Cueva de la Iglesia
High pine forest with some grand views, a lovely reservoir and a rocky canyon.
1 day
Paso del Coyote
Medicinal plants, mountain agriculture and a little non-technical rock climbing.
1 day
Zapotitlan de las Salinas – San Juan Raya
A rarely visited UNESCO World Heritage Site with dinosaur footprints and fossils.
2 days
Santiago Quiotepec – Santa Maria Tecomavaca
Impressive ruins of a Zapotec fortress. See the last remaining green macaws in Mexico.
2 days
Benito Júarez
An easy hike that includes the option of a three-part zip-line (!) and a hanging suspension bridge.
1 day
Las Fincas de Cafe
Travel from Oaxaca over the mountains to visit an historical coffee plantation deep in Oaxaca’s coffee country.
4 days
