Small Group Boerve del Agua and Mezcal Tour from Oaxaca Centro
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4.8/5
Based on 121 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Small Group Boerve del Agua and Mezcal Tour from Oaxaca Centro worth booking?
Small Group Boerve del Agua and Mezcal Tour from Oaxaca Centro is a 7-hour experience in Oaxaca City, Mexico, from $1200 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 121 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 70 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (121)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $1200 per person
Explore two of Oaxaca’s most iconic experiences in one unforgettable day! Start with a scenic drive to Hierve el Agua, where you’ll swim in natural mineral pools with jaw dropping valley views. Then time for a delicious
What you get
About this experience
Explore two of Oaxaca’s most iconic experiences in one unforgettable day! Start with a scenic drive to Hierve el Agua, where you’ll swim in natural mineral pools with jaw dropping valley views. Then time for a delicious Oaxacan lunch at a local spot most tourists miss. Finish visiting a traditional mezcal distillery to learn how this sacred drink is made with a bottomless mezcal tasting included! Unlike larger groups, we keep our tours small and personalized, so you get more time to connect with the culture. Perfect for couples, families, and solo travelers who want an authentic adventure!
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Alcoholic beverages
- Entrance to Hierve el Agua
Not included
- Lunch
- In Hierve el Agua the community does not allow foreign guides to their town but we can give instructions
What you'll see and do
Jardin Etnobotanico de Oaxaca
The entrance to the ethnobotanical garden will be our meeting point.
10 minutes here
Explanation of making artisanal bread from Tlacolula de Matamoros and tasting of the 3 main breads. We will take 40 minutes to reach this site.
70 minutes here · Admission included
Hierve el Agua
Access to the water birth area, natural pools and optional hiking. We'll take 40 minutes to get to this site. Then we move to a buffet to eat (approximately $250 MXN per person is spent)
170 minutes here · Admission included
San Pablo Villa de Mitla
We go to eat at a buffet restaurant with traditional Oaxacan food. Cost per person $200 MXN ($10 USD) approximately
45 minutes here
Santa Maria de la Asuncion Tlacolula
Explanation of the mezcal production process and mezcal tasting included. We will take 40 minutes to reach this site.
120 minutes here
Jardin Etnobotanico de Oaxaca
End of tour
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Oaxaca City
We will meet at the entrance of the ethnobotanical garden.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will meet at the entrance of the ethnobotanical garden.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Oaxacool tours & experiences
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 121 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Physical effort
5 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
121 verified traveler reviews for Small Group Boerve del Agua and Mezcal Tour from Oaxaca Centro. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very complete tour, scenery, food mezcal tasting all wonderful
Very nice tour, the guide Sofia was amazing and the tour very pleasant, we recomend 100 % The views in Hierve el agua where incredible.
via Viator
Great trip!
Great trip! Santiago and our driver were awesome. Group of 6 total, which is a nice small group. The artisinal bakery stop was interesting and we had an amazing tamale. Hierve el Agua is stunning. It was too cool to swim, but the hike was gorgeous. Then a really fun and tasty authentic mezcal distillery tour and tasting. A great day!
via Viator
A must do in Oaxaca
An unbelievable experience and one I would highly recommend when visiting Oaxaca. This tour ran incredibly smoothly and our guide was awesome! Thanks Keren!
via Tripadvisor
I do not appreciate the...
I do not appreciate the lack of transparency in the tour description. However, I want to mention that our guide was really kind; well intentioned and the driver very professional. The guide even bought a bottle of mezcal for the group to have all a shot. Firstly the group was not small. We were 18 persons and we merged with other 2 groups to multiple attractions The bread tasting is a scam. A place with hundreds of people and bread broken from a package. In Oaxaca there are a lot of super good bakeries and coffee shops. We could have just stopped to one of them instead. The guide was however super nice and to Aqua del Hierve he explained us the way to do the hiking/ walk around by ourselves. Beautiful scenery. The water was a bit chill. Lunch it is a self service with other of hundred of people around. It was interesting seeing the plantation of mezcal and the guide provided really good information about the production process. We had 12 small tasting, but half were mainly sweet mixtures. I belive it was a very commercial tour and I would have preffered transparency regarding no of people . I would have chosen something only with Aqua de Hierve and the mezcal tasting.
Response from the operator: Dear Iuliana, Thank you for your feedback! We’re happy you enjoyed the guide, driver, and mezcal explanations. Your tour took place during the Day of the Dead season (the busiest time of the year in Oaxaca ) when it’s very difficult to keep groups small. Even so, we’re always committed to offering the best possible service. The bread tasting stop is at a local bakery located on the way to Hierve el Agua (almost a 2-hour drive) to make the trip more comfortable and give guests a short break. We truly appreciate your comments and will keep improving. We’d love to host you again during a quieter season for a more personalized experience. Kerenn
via Viator
My friends and I loved it
We had such a great experience on this tour, Hierve el Agua was beautiful and the mezcal tasting was informative and fun. Thanks for the day trip!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 42
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 70
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Small Group Boerve del Agua and Mezcal Tour from Oaxaca Centro: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oaxaca City.
How much does Small Group Boerve del Agua and Mezcal Tour from Oaxaca Centro cost?
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Prices start at $1200 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Oaxaca City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Small Group Boerve del Agua and Mezcal Tour from Oaxaca Centro take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Oaxaca City is not rushed.
Is Small Group Boerve del Agua and Mezcal Tour from Oaxaca Centro worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 121 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Oaxaca City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Small Group Boerve del Agua and Mezcal Tour from Oaxaca Centro?
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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 Small Group Boerve del Agua and Mezcal Tour from Oaxaca Centro suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Small Group Boerve del Agua and Mezcal Tour from Oaxaca Centro?
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Around 42 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 Oaxaca 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 Oaxaca City and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Small Group Boerve del Agua and Mezcal Tour from Oaxaca Centro 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 Oaxaca 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 Oaxaca City?
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On Outty we rank every Oaxaca City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include AUTHENTIC OAXACA CULTURAL FOOD TOUR, eat like a local., Hierve el Agua 2.5 hours, Mitla, Tule, Rugs and Mezcal for a Day, Traditional Oaxaqueña Cooking with Grandma's Recipes. 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 Oaxaca 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 Oaxaca 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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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