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South Shore · Coastal

Yelapa Waterfall Hike & Beach

4.8(457 reviews)Boca de Tomatlán water taxi pierFree cancellation

Boat to the car-free village of Yelapa, hike through the jungle to a 45-meter waterfall and relax on the beach with fresh seafood.

Duration
7 hours
Group size
Up to 16
Level
Moderate
Ages
8+
Languages
English, Español
Season
Year-round

Highlights

  • Boat ride along the South Shore
  • Guided jungle hike to the waterfall
  • Swim in the waterfall pool
  • Beach time in Yelapa

Itinerary

Times are based on the 9:00 AM departure and may shift with weather and sea conditions.

  1. 1

    9:00 AM

    Depart Boca de Tomatlán

    Water taxi past Las Animas and Quimixto.

  2. 2

    10:00 AM

    Arrive in Yelapa

    Walk through the village with your guide.

  3. 3

    10:30 AM

    Waterfall hike

    A 90-minute jungle hike with river crossings.

  4. 4

    12:30 PM

    Swim & lunch

    Cool off at the falls, then seafood lunch on the beach.

  5. 5

    3:00 PM

    Boat back

    Return to Boca de Tomatlán by 16:00.

What’s included

  • Round-trip boat
  • Hiking guide
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water

Not included

  • Hotel transportation
  • Drinks at the beach
  • Gratuities

What to bring

  • Hiking sandals or trail shoes
  • Swimsuit
  • Insect repellent
  • Cash in pesos

Meeting point

Boca de Tomatlán water taxi pierBoca de Tomatlán, Jalisco

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The exact pin and arrival instructions are emailed with your confirmation.

Reviews

4.8457 reviews

“Swimming into the Hidden Beach was the highlight of our trip. The crew kept the group small and made our kids feel safe the whole time.”
SSarah M. · Austin, TXIslas Marietas Snorkel & Hidden Beach · August 2026
“Seven stops, zero tourist traps. Our guide knew every taquero by name. We went back to two of the spots on our own.”
DDaniel & Priya · Toronto, CanadaZona Romántica Taco & Street Food Walk · July 2026

Good to know

Cancellation policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours and no-shows are non-refundable. If we cancel because of weather or a port closure, you choose a full refund or a new date.
Accessibility
Please contact us before booking if anyone in your group uses a wheelchair or has limited mobility. We will confirm what is possible on this tour.
Health & safety
Not recommended for travelers with back problems, heart conditions or who are pregnant. Life vests and safety gear meet Mexican Navy and SECTUR standards.

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