Hierve el Agua

Hierve El Agua, Roaguía, San Lorenzo Albarradas, Oaxaca, Mexico

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Introduction

Located 40 kilometers from Mitla, the natural wonder Hierve el Agua is formed by the dissolution of calcium carbonate in the spring water. The spring water contains calcium bicarbonate, which gradually precipitates and forms terraces as it flows, resembling layered stepped fields. There are two large pools for swimming, and standing on the edge of the water terraces provides a panoramic view of the distant mountains and the azure sky. This unique formation has been preserved and created this beautiful landscape.

Address

Hierve El Agua, Roaguía, San Lorenzo Albarradas, Oaxaca, Mexico

Transportation

There are many travel agencies in the city center where you can book day tours. The tour will visit five places, namely Thousand-Year-Old Tree, Rolling Water Rock, Mitla, Handmade Carpets, and Tequila Production. The typical departure time is 10 AM, and the tour fee is 100 pesos excluding entrance fees. There is also a tour that departs at 8:30 AM, which includes an extra hour at Rolling Water Rock, and the tour fee is 300 pesos. If you choose to go on your own, you can take a collective bus from the city to Mitla, then transfer to a minibus to Rolling Water Rock. However, the frequency of these transportation options is uncertain and time-consuming. You can also inquire about private tours from travel agencies, which can depart at your desired time. The price for a two-person tour is 1500 pesos per day, excluding entrance fees and lunch.