About the Hike:  Today’s outing in the countryside has two major sections. The first is the bus ride, which will take nearly two hours and will give you some great views out over the Oaxaca valley as we wind our way slowly to the top of the mountain range to the west of Monte Alban. After passing through the small village of Cuatro Venados (“Four Deer”), we will eventually enter the rolling countryside up top where we will hike out & back on a little-used dirt road that is relatively flat.

NOTE: We will be at an altitude of 9000-9100 feet (2743-2774 meters), so you can expect temperatures to be cooler than in the Oaxaca valley. Consider bringing a jacket at this time of year.

Type/Difficulty: Mountain & Countryside / Moderate

Distance: 9.5 km

Elevation Change: + 155 m / - 127 m

Additional fee: There may be an entrance fee, bring $50-$100 in change, and small change is also useful for use of facilities.

Meal: Bring a sack lunch to eat on the trail.

Time frame: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Meeting Point: Calle de Los Libres, between Zarate and San Martin, directly behind the Americana Hotel. See map on the hiking introduction page.