The 10 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Chiapas, Chiapas

February 22, 2022 Franklyn Hardiman

Discover the best top things to do in Chiapas, Southern Mexico including Las 3 Tzimoleras, Zona Arqueologica de Yaxchilan, Museo Jtatik Samuel, El Rancho Evergreen Guest Ranch, Asociacion Cultural Na Bolom, Tonina, Orquideas Moxviquil, Cascada de Roberto Barrios, Welib Ja Waterfalls, Zona Arqueologica de Chinkultic.
Restaurants in Chiapas

1. Las 3 Tzimoleras

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5.0 based on 87 reviews

Las 3 Tzimoleras

TOURS BY RESERVATION ONLY - 'Las 3 Tzimoleras' is located within a private eco-ranch in Tzimol, a municipality 12km from Comitan de Dominguez. The name refers to the 3 amazing waterfalls surrounded by lush forest. A must for adventure and nature lovers. We organise tours to the waterfalls including activities like canyoning, rappel, camping, horse-riding, hiking, swimming, and picnicking. Access is by 4x4 only, already included in the tour.

2. Zona Arqueologica de Yaxchilan

Tollan, 16 de Enero, El Tesoro Mexico +52 916 348 9208 http://www.inah.gob.mx/zonas/30-zona-arqueologica-de-yaxchilan
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5.0 based on 522 reviews

Zona Arqueologica de Yaxchilan

Reviewed By Sokey71 - San Diego, United States

Yaxchilan Arqueological site where the only way to get there is by taking a boat in the river Usumacinta and it is a 30min. ride and it is beautiful and also you can see the howler monkeys , spider monkeys, Toucan birds and parrots. Beautiful place.

3. Museo Jtatik Samuel

Otro Carretera a Chamula KM 1.5, San Cristobal de las Casas 29244 Mexico +52 967 112 5353 [email protected] http://www.jtatik.org
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5.0 based on 50 reviews

Museo Jtatik Samuel

El museo fue creado principalmente para rescatar la memoria historica de los acontecimientos importantes que han marcado al estado de Chiapas y la trayectoria de Monsenor Samuel Ruiz en su intervencion por la defensa de los Derechos Indigenas,Humanos y su larga lucha por la Paz. Un Obispo 100% dedicado por un cambio a las condiciones de esas vidas..

4. El Rancho Evergreen Guest Ranch

San Isidro Chichihuistan El Rancho Evergreen, San Cristobal de las Casas 29310 Mexico +52 1 967 127 7917 [email protected] http://www.elranchoevergreen.com
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El Rancho Evergreen Guest Ranch

El Rancho Evergreen, located 45 min south of San Cristobal de las Casas, The ranch provides a great place for many outdoor activities like riding lessons, trail rides, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking and bird watching etc. All within an aera of tranquility and in harmony with nature. Come for the day, stay over night or spend a week. The perfect get away...

Reviewed By picklerick93 - Mexico City, Mexico

I spent a day at the Rancho Evergreen and it was exactly what I've been looking for: nice people who care about their animals, about nature, about your wellbeing... and the food is delicious! :) It's definitely not one of those "hop-on-hop-off" horse ride experiences. You meet "your" horse, spend time with it and the ride is adapted to your riding skills. I definitely recommend staying at this place if you want to spend a day with horses or just in the nature to disconnect a little. Can be easily reached by public transport and taxi.

5. Asociacion Cultural Na Bolom

Palacio de Gobierno Del Estado de Michoacan Av. Morelos Sur Barrio del Cerrillo, San Cristobal de las Casas 29220 Mexico +52 967 678 1421 [email protected] http://www.nabolom.org
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4.5 based on 570 reviews

Asociacion Cultural Na Bolom

The former home of Frans and Trudy Blom, a Danish couple that worked to save the region's forests and native inhabitants, is now the headquarters of a foundation dedicated to continuing their work and also includes a museum.

Reviewed By 56MandM - Edmonton, Canada

Na Bolom is a few blocks off the main tourist areas of San Cris and a world away in terms of history, culture, art. This is a museum and gallery where you feel connected to the exhibits and the people that collected them. You can feel the love, passion and inspiration all around you, in the walls, beautiful courtyards and gardens. The personal items give you a sense of the very real people that called this home. Their important work continues in the association they left behind, the Na Bolom Cultural Centre. Definitely worth a visit. The restaurant is excellent too, for breakfast, lunch or dinner. One of the highlights of our trip to Mexico.

6. Tonina

Ocosingo Mexico +52 961 612 8360 [email protected] http://www.turismochiapas.gob.mx/sectur/zonas-arqueolgicas-de-tonin
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4.5 based on 273 reviews

Tonina

Reviewed By flapperbaas

This was an amazing visit for us. We had the place practically for ourselves allowing us to take very nice pictures without other people on it. The pyramid is a one of a kind experience for us: easily the highest we climbed, with very steep staircases awarding you the most amazing view of the valley. We slept in the cabanas next to the entrance which was also really nice because we got to see the valley shrouded in the morning fog. If you're planning to see multiple maya sites this has to be on your list! Do not get discouraged by the infamous dangerous road (or rather, the roadblocks) leading to it. The landscape is actually some of the most amazing in the region and although annoying (we spent 2h in the middle of nowhere) the roadblocks are far from dangerous and you can even make some chit chat with the other people in line who, just like you, can do nothing but wait and enjoy some diverting conversation.

7. Orquideas Moxviquil

Periferico Norte 4 Ojo de Agua, San Cristobal de las Casas 29200 Mexico +52 967 631 7599
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Orquideas Moxviquil

Orquideas Moxviquil, OM, began in 1994 with a passionate desire to rescue the fallen flora of Chiapas's ever depleting forests. NOTE: Please enter through the OM entrance, NOT the Moxviquil entrance to experience the full magic of OM. The desire to maintain a small sampling of the natural flora of Chiapas for future generations was the driving force that created this oasis of the varied lifeblood of Chiapas's living natural wonders. These plants rescued from over 200 locations is a divine testament to the passion of rescuing and the desire to save the diminishing gifts of nature for future generations. The plants are preserved from further squandering of natures most delicate and little protected flora gems. This destruction is manifested in the pursuit of food, financial return and greed. OM continues to seek areas of destruction to preserve for the grandchildren of the world an expanding collection of this diversity in a sanctuary of preservation in the valley of San Cristobal, Chiapas. As of October 2014, the collection has over 25,000 rescued plants, comprising 600 species native to Chiapas. The garden located at 2100 meter above sea level has a hothouse for plants from the tierra caliente, hot lands, 1500 meters above sea level down to sea level, a fern grotto, a Maya Medicinal garden, two lakes one that is home to a rare local fish, Popoyote, several seasonal wetlands, extensive areas to walk, meditate and look for birds and other fauna in the cultivated and native wild forests of the Moxviquil 100 hectare reserve. OM has just completed the construction of our second greenhouse dedicated to the Lagos de Montebello, the most bio rich area of Mexico. Bring your headphones to tune in and relax, bring a camera to capture the colors, textures and forms available to you a lunch and a drawing pad. Sit on the last bench in the greenhouse and pretend; pretend you are deep in a Chiapas jungles, the birds will call, the wind will blow and your senses will be bathed in the exotic paradise that is OM. OM is dedicated to enriching your knowledge and enjoyment. One way we do this is by asking each person to please touch the plants, to experience with your fingers the delicate forms, the sharpness, the textural richness of the native plants of Chiapas. Smell and listen for the sounds that permeate the gardens.

Reviewed By R5457FCsandys - Albuquerque, United States

Our combi (collective taxi) on the Ojo de Agua route dropped us right at the entrance to this fascinating botanical garden devoted to hundreds of species orchids and bromeliads. Examples of species native to the surrounding mountains dotted trees along the path. Looking vaguely Tolkienesque, specialized structures housed species from three different ecological zones: rainforest, wetlands and tropical jungle. Our guide, Antonio, was cordial and knowledgeable, pointing out everything from orchids smaller than the tip of a pinkie to those the size of a bread plate, even encouraging us to smell the different varieties. We recommend visiting here before heading to Sumidero Canyon or a hike in the cloud forest. And wear sturdy rubber-soled walking running shoes. Although paths through the garden are well-maintained, this is no place for flip-flops!

8. Cascada de Roberto Barrios

Comunidad de Roberto Barrios, Palenque Mexico +52 916 114 0884
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4.5 based on 519 reviews

Cascada de Roberto Barrios

Reviewed By Bonitatravelblog - Amsterdam, The Netherlands

We loved it! Behind every corner we found new waterfalls and nice place to swim. It's a perfect day to chill, relax and swim there. We saw one restaurant around there and public toilet. Bring water shoes, some places can be slippery and muddy. Bring a bag for your garbage and don't leave it there. So sad there was garbage put in between tree roots etc. Keep the envirement and these amazing waterfalls clean. It's also very adventurous to walk around there!

9. Welib Ja Waterfalls

Welib Ja Waterfalls, Palenque Mexico
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4.5 based on 69 reviews

Welib Ja Waterfalls

10. Zona Arqueologica de Chinkultic

Zona Arqueologica de Cantona, Comitan 30160 Mexico +52 961 612 8360 http://www.inah.gob.mx/zonas/147-zona-arqueologica-de-chinkultic
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Zona Arqueologica de Chinkultic

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