About the Hike:  The trek from the village of Benito Juarez to La Neveria is a true mountain hike. The high point is just outside of Benito Juarez..

Difficult Option: The initial 1.88 miles (3.0 km) is on a dirt road or a path bordering the road. The remainder, though, is a singletrack footpath that plunges through the forest down to the Rio Guacamayas — and then clambers steeply back up, eventually reaching La Neveria. Benito Juarez sits at 9600 feet (2926 meters) above sea level, and La Neveria comes in at 8921 feet (2719 meters).

Moderate Option: The hike mainly follows the road that connects the two villages. The road runs along a ridge, and so does not have as much elevation change as the footpath. The singletrack trail at the end is steep in places.

Driving Time: 90 minutes

Type/Difficulty: Mountain/ Difficult OR Moderate

Hike Type: Point to Point

Starting elevation: 9600 feet/ 2926 meters

Distance:

- Difficult :5.6 miles / 8.8 KM

- Moderate: 4.3 miles / 6.9 KM

Elevation Change:

- Difficult: +1028 ft / -1695 ft / +313 m / - 516 m

- Moderate: +412 ft / -740 ft / +125 m / - 237 m

Additional Fee: Admission/ Guide: $100 pesos per hiker for community access + local guide fee (less than $100 pesos)

Meal: Sack lunch to enjoy on the trail.

Visitors are asked to dress in earth tones (green, brown and blue) and to avoid other colors, particularly bright ones. And speaking of garb, the temperature in the rain forest is typically 15-20 degrees Fahrenheit (6.6 degrees Celsius) cooler than in Oaxaca city and morning fog and drizzle are commonplace, even in the dry season, so light jackets and gloves are recommended. Given the steepness of the terrain, you may find a walking stick handy. Parasols are discouraged – much of the route is in deep shade, and overhanging vegetation is a hazard. Cameras and binoculars are encouraged. Participants should carry plenty of water and pack a hearty sack lunch to enjoy midway on the trail.

Time Frame: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Please arrive at the boarding location at least 15 minutes before departure.

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