San Cris - Canyon of the Sump Miradores Chiapa - San Cris in Spanish

This day excursion from San Cristóbal de las Casas visits two viewpoints on the rim of the Sumidero Canyon, sails along the Grijalva River through the canyon and stops in the Pueblo Mágico of Chiapa de Corzo. The listing says the tour is run in Spanish.

The ride starts in San Cristóbal de las Casas, with air conditioning in the vehicle. According to the description, you head first to two viewpoints at the top and then to the jetty where you board a shared boat. The itinerary text lists the order differently, with the boat ride first, then Chiapa de Corzo and the viewpoints last, so confirm the sequence with the operator when you book.

The boat ride is the core of the experience. It takes about 120 minutes on the waters of the Grijalva River to reach the canyon, a site the listing describes as majestic and home to diverse species of flora and fauna. You can look for spider monkeys, crocodiles and a great variety of birds, and enjoy the wind on your face. The listing names the departure jetty as Osumacinta in the description and as the Cahuaré pier in the itinerary, another detail to check.

Chiapa de Corzo gets about 60 minutes. It is known as a Magical Town and for its Pila or Fountain in Mudéjar architectural style, which the listing says is unique in the whole state of Chiapas. The two viewpoints at the top of the canyon take about 60 minutes in total, with 15 minutes at each one. Tuesday is the exception: the viewpoints are closed that day, and only the boat ride is available.

The tour suits most travelers, as it is described as suitable for all physical fitness levels. It is not recommended for pregnant travelers, for travelers with spinal injuries or for those with poor cardiovascular health. Service animals are allowed and infants sit on an adult's lap.

The shared boat and air-conditioned vehicle are included. Breakfast, lunch, snacks and bottled water are not, so bring what you need. The listing gives no meeting point, so ask the operator for the pick-up details.