With this tour you will go back more than 3000 years in time, the Olmec Culture will receive you in the vestiges of its first city, "Tres Zapotes", where everything is born in Mesoamerica. You will have the support of a local guide. Then in the center of Santiago Tuxtla, for some time "the capital of the Marquisate of the Valley", wait for you the majestic Colossal Head, the largest one found so far, and there you will also visit the Tuxtleco museum.
In Catemaco and aboard a boat you will take a ride on Catemaco’s Lake, where you can observe the rich flora and fauna, the famous Monkey Islands and The Herons’ Island, in a setting of green mountains. Later you will arrive at the Nanciyaga Ecological Reserve, where you will admire the biodiversity that exists in the area.
This is one of the most popular attractions in Veracruz, where there will be fun and a wide variety of natural landscapes to explore.
Attractions & guided tours
Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas full-day guided tour with Ecological park Nanciyaga
Free cancellation
Language: English, Spanish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration:
12 hours
Do this because
- Enjoy a boat ride in Catemaco
- Visit the archaeological site of Tres Zapotes
- Learn about the culture of the Olmecs
- Bring the whole family - everyone will love it
What to expect
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What's included
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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Transportation
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Tickets to the attractions
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Bilingual guide (Spanish, English)
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Santiago Tuxtla's main square (Olmeca head)
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Tuxtleco museum visit
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Archeological site of Tres Zapotes
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Catemaco Lake (boat ride and visit to the monkey islands)
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Ecological park "Nanciyaga"
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's not included
Food and drinks
Food and drinks
Where
Meeting point:
Pick-up from your hotel in Veracruz or Boca de Río. You will indicate your pickup location at checkout
What to remember
- At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place
- The use of a face mask is mandatory
- Pick-up available from most downtown hotels in Veracruz or Boca del Río
- Bring your identity document
- Comfortable clothes and shoes recommended
- You should bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and carry extra cash
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Provider
Amphibian Operadora Turistica
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
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