Full-Day Tour Exploring the Waters of Tolantongo
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4.8/5
Based on 1,520 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Full-Day Tour Exploring the Waters of Tolantongo worth booking?
Full-Day Tour Exploring the Waters of Tolantongo is a 14-hour experience in Mexico City, Mexico, from $64 per person. It scores 93 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 1,520 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 93 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (1,520)
- Duration
- 14 hours
- From
- $64 per person
This guided tour is very organized and adheres to a schedule we modify to continue to provide the best experience. Please note that our tour spends the longest time in Tolantongo, allowing you to truly enjoy your time in
What you get
- Breakfast
- Private transportation
- We include, small backpacks that will include a water bottle, sport towel, headlamp, cell phone water protector, toilet paper and wet wipes, and a wet clothes bag. We also provide sunscreen.
- Blanket during transportation
- Soap, shampoo, dry bath towel.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
This guided tour is very organized and adheres to a schedule we modify to continue to provide the best experience. Please note that our tour spends the longest time in Tolantongo, allowing you to truly enjoy your time in Tolantongo without feeling rushed by your tour company throughout the day. Our guides are extremely fluent in their English language skills. Most have lived a major part of their life in the United States and or Canada. We provide comfort in our transportation, by not allowing our vehicles to be cramped and tight with too many guests. Our guides also have a good relationship with the community of employees that work in Tolantongo. Our mutual respect for one another allows for a better experience for our guests than you could imagine. Our guides are given a fair wage for their excellent service.
What's included
Included
- Breakfast
- Private transportation
- We include, small backpacks that will include a water bottle, sport towel, headlamp, cell phone water protector, toilet paper and wet wipes, and a wet clothes bag. We also provide sunscreen.
- Blanket during transportation
- Soap, shampoo, dry bath towel.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Snacks
- Tables and chairs for lunch; cooler for lunch.
Not included
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Depending on your preferences, we will meet at the "Angel de Independencia" approximately between 5:35 to 5:50am, departing early to escape the city chaos. Our group will have private transportation. We will stop for an early breakfast in Actopan, a city halfway to our destination. travel time to the restaurant is approximately 90 minutes.
120 minutes here
Actopan
Vegetarian friendly options with limited vegan options. Breakfast is on us.
60 minutes here
We will pass by the quiet town of San Cristobal, Hgo. This is the town and community that owns las Grutas de Tolantongo. The drive from breakfast to this spot will be approximately 90 minutes. Along the way, we will briefly stop for any missing supplies you may be needing for the day's adventure.
120 minutes here
Tolantongo
The day is divided into three parts. Pool Tranquility: Start your day relaxing a while in the “pocitos”; naturally warm thermal pools that provide astounding views that soothe & clear the body and mind –perfect for “the gram.” From here, there is a zip-lining options to get you down to the next part of our day at the river. Please note that zip lining is not included in the price of the tour (300 Mexican pesos). Our guide will make sure to have all the essentials you will need for the day. Drive from the breakfast stop to actually touching the water is typically two and a half hours. Actual time spent at the pools is roughly one hour and forty minutes.
120 minutes here
Grutas Tolantongo
Cave Exploration: Finally, you will see awe-inspiring waterfalls and unexpected adventure that our guests have described as “life changing.” Our guides will take you to explore the caverns and tunnels located here. Enjoy the water falls covering the caves and take a swim in the warm pool inside the mountain.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Tolantongo
River Relaxation: Next, the turquoise-colored river is well-managed and is naturally warm due to the thermal springs, a complete relaxing experience. Lunch will be alongside the river (weather permitting). Lunch is not included. We provide a menu that you can place your order from to save time and better enjoy the river. We will collect your lunch total during the day, unless you paid for LUNCH COVERED OPTION ($220MXN MAX). Tables and chairs are included. Please note that the time spent includes time it takes to move around throughout the day. We will head out as early as 3:30 to 5:30, depending on group efficiency and timing, arriving as early as 7:30 to 9:30 (conditions approving), full of new experiences and photos to share with envious family and friends.
120 minutes here
We will stop at two restrooms stops on the way home. Typically first stop is 1 hour in, then 2 hour laters, then finally arriving in CDMX, weather and traffic permitting.
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Mexico City
The meet up spot is along the rotunda on the side of the street facing the Angel of Independence monument to its left, closest to Sheraton Maria ISABEL hotel. Guests must arrive at the meeting point on their own. Please arrive between 5:35-5:50am.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.
Ends at
The meet up spot is along the rotunda on the side of the street facing the Angel of Independence monument to its left, closest to Sheraton Maria ISABEL hotel. Guests must arrive at the meeting point on their own. Please arrive between 5:35-5:50am.
Options you can book
PrePaid Lunch
Basic Lunch Coverage: 220 MXN Value Covered (you pay excess value). Food options come from park menu. Most items fall within lunch coverage range. Pickup included
French
Pickup included
Spanish
Pickup included
English
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- TuroTours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,524 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
1,524 verified traveler reviews for Full-Day Tour Exploring the Waters of Tolantongo. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great
It was so amazing, The guide was so good. Everything was included, stops were made along the way, host was friendly and nice. It was thoroughly enjoyed
via Tripadvisor
It was an overall fun...
It was an overall fun trip that was worth the money. Easy pick up, a few stops along the way including a breakfast stop, convenience store stop to get changed and pick up water shoes($200 pesos) and other sundries, and a ‘wow’ scenery stop. Once you arrive you will hang at the pools for 2 hours then meet up to shuttle down to the caves/waterfalls which will take about an hour to explore, then have lunch by the blue river which you will swim in for an hour or more and then head back to CDMX. I honestly thought it was a perfect amount of time at each experience. My wife was sick and couldn’t make it and next time I come to CDMX I will book this excursion again so she can experience it. My kids loved the trip even with the long travel time and said it was the best part of our CDMX vacation. Our driver and guide were there to help all along the way. Overall a great experience and I would recommend this to all families with kids. My kids were 9 and 11 at the time. The most challenging part was the cave’s uneven ground which can be a bit hard to manage but don’t be afraid, it was still so much fun!
via Viator
Highly recommend Turo Tours
It was a wonderful. Danny was an awesome tour guide, it’s definitely worth the price. Made this experience so memorable! The chofer- Santiago made our commute so smooth. We definitely had a great time!
via Viator
I would absolutely...
I would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone who wants to do a day trip; our guides Alejandro and Pepe were fantastic. The tour is well planned, they included everything you need! Very good experience would do again!
via Viator
Adventure
Guide Adrian was very helpful. Wish they would drop us off where we were pick up instead of making us find our own way home
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 14 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $64 to $152
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 532
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Why this scores 93
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Full-Day Tour Exploring the Waters of Tolantongo: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Mexico City.
How much does Full-Day Tour Exploring the Waters of Tolantongo cost?
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Prices start at $64 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Mexico City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full-Day Tour Exploring the Waters of Tolantongo take?
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Plan for about 14 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Mexico City is not rushed.
Is Full-Day Tour Exploring the Waters of Tolantongo worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 93 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 1,520 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Mexico City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full-Day Tour Exploring the Waters of Tolantongo?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full-Day Tour Exploring the Waters of Tolantongo suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 14-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full-Day Tour Exploring the Waters of Tolantongo?
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Around 532 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Mexico City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Mexico City and add a light layer if any part of the 14-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full-Day Tour Exploring the Waters of Tolantongo start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Mexico City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Mexico City?
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On Outty we rank every Mexico City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Frida Kahlo VIP [Museum Tickets Included] Walk, Markets & Churros, Local Foodie Adventure CDMX: Tacos & more with Sherpa Food Tours, Mexico City Historical Centre Food Tour with 7 Tastings & Drinks. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Mexico City?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Mexico City?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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