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ECOTOURISM AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
In the surrounding areas of San Cristobal de las Casas you’ll find spacious outdoor areas where you can do all kinds of recreational activities, such as rock climbing and cave diving in underground tunnels with extraordinary calcareous rock formations; areas with rich natural resources, allowing you to discover the ecological importance of Chiapas’ jungle habitats.

Cascada El Chorreadero (Waterfall El Chorreadero): Located in Chiapa de Corzo, more than 60 km (37 mi) west of San Cristobal de las Casas, off Highway 190. At this 25-meter (82-foot) waterfall you’ll find stalactite and stalagmite formations in caverns that are ideal for cave diving. At this spot you can also go hiking, rappel down the waterfall’s rock formations, or explore the natural pools that form at the waterfall’s base.

El Arcotete: Located 4 km (2.5 mi) northeast of San Cristobal de las Casas. This spot has incredible rock formations surrounded by pine, oak and cypress forests, which are inhabited by squirrels, chachalacas and roadrunners, making it the ideal place for ecotourism outings. At this place you’ll find a natural stone arch that has taken shape from the river running through it. This spot is ideal for rock climbing, cave diving and rappelling down 35-meter (115-foot) walls. Open daily from 09:00 to 17:00.

Grutas de Rancho Nuevo (Grotto de Rancho Nuevo Ecological Reserve): Located 10 km (6 mi) southeast of San Cristobal de las Casas, off Highway 190. In this region of dense jungle vegetation you’ll find various flora species in the coniferous forest, including medicinal plants like chamomile. As you walk through the reserve you’ll have the opportunity to see skunks, weasels, bats, armadillos, doves, deer, little riverside birds and opossums, among other species. At this reserve you’ll find a cavern with tunnels that are 550 meters (1,815 feet) deep and 10 km (6 mi) long. The stalactites and stalagmites make it an impressive place to go cave diving. Horseback riding and other recreational activities are available.

Huitepec Ecological Reserve: Located 11 km (7 mi) northwest of San Cristobal de las Casas. This is one the newest nature reserves in the region. It is covered by mountain tropical forest, where you can observe various animal species such as rodents, amphibians and reptiles. Open Tuesday through Sunday from 09:00 to 16:00.


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