Montebello Lakes National Park and Chiflón Waterfall

Summary Description

Enjoy the breeze of the amazing Velo de Novia (Bridal Veil) at Chiflón Waterfall  and enjoy the views of the natural colors of the Montebello Lakes National Park.

Highlights
  • Montebello Lakes It was the first national park in Chiapas when created in 1959.
  • In 2009 the Montebello National park was designated a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.
  • The lakes are famous for their striking colors, which vary due to their different mineral contents, ranging from emerald and turquoise to dark green, and even purple and reddish black.
  • The tour at Chiflón Waterfalls is framed by a reed valley, mountains and tropical jungle in which rich and dense flora can be seen, including several species of orchids, bromeliads, juniper trees, palomillo trees, sapodilla, cedar and mahogany, among others.
  • The main attractions of the Chiflón waterfall are its 5 lakes, collectively called the Chiflon Waterfalls, one of the most Famous is called Velo de Novia (Bridal Veil)
  • Description

    Our adventure begins piking you up from your hostel or hotel, following up we’ll have a trip of about 2-3 hours until arriving at the Chiflon Waterfalls; where through a walk of 1.5km we’ll be able to admire a series of astonishing waterfalls, once we get to the top of the mountain we’ll be able to observe and feel the breeze of the amazing Bridal Veil Waterfall with an impressive fall of more than 120m. After that we’ll move the to the Montebello Lakes National Park, visiting from 4 to 6 parks where you’ll be able to appreciate their crystalline waters that go from pale blue to violet, emerald and turquoise.  We will have time to take our lunch and we will back to you hotel once we have completed the last visit. 

    Included / Excluded
    What's Included
    • Entrance fees to Natural areas and national parks
    • Speaking monitor according your selection (English - Spanish)
    • Pick upp / Drop off at your corresponding hotel
    • Round trip transportation
    • Travel insurance
    What's Not Included
    • Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary.
    • Tips
    Operating hours
    Sunday 07:00 AM
    Monday 07:00 AM
    Tuesday 07:00 AM
    Wednesday 07:00 AM
    Thursday 07:00 AM
    Friday 07:00 AM
    Saturday 07:00 AM
    Important Information
    Know Before You Book
    • Consider that to reach the highest waterfall in the Park, it is necessary to walk a slope of approximately 80º for 1 kilometer.
    Know Before You Go
    • The time of visit at Chiflon is about 2 hours.
    • We will have time to take lunch during the tour.
    • The time of Visit at Montebello Lakes National Parks is about 2 hours.
    Cancellation

    Cancellation Policy: standard

    Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

    Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

    Options

    Montebello Lakes National Park and Chiflon Waterfalls from San Cristobal

    It Includes a English speaking monitor during all the tour, given explanations about each place.

    RETAIL PRICE
    Adult (13-64 years) $75.00
    Child (0-3 years) $60.00
    Points of interest
    • lagunas de montebello National Park, Chiapas, Mexico
    • Centro Ecoturistico Cascadas el Chiflón, Ejido, San Cristobalito, Tzimol, Chis., Mexico
    • Additional Information

      Te sugerimos: 

      ·      Traer ropa de secado rápido y calzado cómodo, al igual que una toalla de baño ·      Llevar contigo repelente para mosquitos y bloqueador solar ·      Ropa de frío (el clima en Lagos de Montebello varía) ·      Tener dinero extra por si deseas comprar artesanías y/o souvenirs de la región, o comida típica de la región adicional