Trek through agave fields, learn artisanal production methods, and indulge in a family-made lunch and tasting. Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Mezcal with our Mezcal and Hiking tour Oaxaca. Discover the Mezcal Legacy of Santiago de Matatlan!
Trip facts
- The baseball stadium Jose Vasconcelos
- English and Spanish
- Guided
- The hike is 2, hours, but the tour last for 7-8 hours
- Local vans
Overview
In this route we will go to the community of Xaaga, here we will start with a 3 hour hike were we will find Pre-Hispanic paintings,burials,cruciform tombs, a ball game court, and beautiful flora and fauna all around.
After our hike we will have lunch in in a restaurant in the town. After lunch we will continue the tour and learn about the style of textiles of this community. Before heading back to Oaxaca we will pass through the “Exhacienda of Xaaga”, where we will hear some stories of the community in the revolutionary times.
Trip highlights
- Visit a local family that will teach us their technique of textile looming, the main artisanal craft of this community.
- Pre hispanic drawings.
- Nice hike up the hill with a great view of the town.
- Beautiful views of the nearby mountains of Hierve el Agua.
