El Chorreadero

Chiapas is a state of Mexico that offers a wide variety of tourist attractions, from archaeological zones to magical towns, passing through national parks and ecological reserves. However, one of the most impressive and least known places is the El Chorreadero Waterfall, an underground river that emerges from a cave and cascades down, forming a series of natural pools framed by jungle vegetation.

El Chorreadero is located 24 km from Tuxtla Gutiérrez, the state capital, and 14 km from Chiapa de Corzo, a colonial city that is also worth visiting. To get to Chorreadero, you must take the free highway to San Cristóbal de las Casas (federal 190) until it begins, on the left, a dirt road that runs 1 km to the parking lot of the site.
Visiting hours are from 8 in the morning to 5 in the afternoon, and the entrance fee is 20 pesos per person. The climate in the area is sub-humid with rain in summer and has an average annual temperature of 25ºC and a rainfall of 990 mm.

El Chorreadero is an ideal place for lovers of nature and adventure, as it offers various activities to enjoy the landscape and biodiversity. You can practice swimming in the pools of crystalline water, rappelling on the rocky walls, zip-lining over the river, hiking along the ecological trails and speleology in the cavern through which the underground river flows.

During the dry season, from November to March, it is possible to take an exciting tour along the cavern, since its channel is very gentle. Inside it is possible to find small waterfalls and pools of great beauty. If you want to go on this expedition and live this adventure, it is recommended to contact a local guide or specialized agency that provides the necessary equipment and security. The entire tour takes about 12 hours.
The vegetation of the Chorreadero is medium jungle; You can see trees like the muju, the amate and the fig. The fauna is varied and you can see animals such as the rattlesnake, the opossum, the bobcat and the squirrel.

El Chorreadero is a place that combines natural beauty with local culture, since in its surroundings you can find indigenous communities that preserve their traditions and customs. You can also taste typical dishes of the region, such as baked pork, Chiapas tamale and pozol.

If you want to complement your visit to Chorreadero with other tourist attractions in Chiapas, you can take the opportunity to get to know Chiapa de Corzo, a city founded in 1528 that has a rich historical and cultural heritage. There you can admire monuments such as the Santo Domingo Temple, the Ex-Franciscan Convent and the Colonial Fountain. In addition, from Chiapa de Corzo you can take the river route through the Sumidero Canyon, one of the most important canyons in the world for its ecological richness.

Another option is to visit San Cristóbal de las Casas, one of the most emblematic magical towns in Mexico. San Cristóbal is a colonial city that preserves its architecture and its bohemian atmosphere. There you can visit places like the Cathedral, the Santo Domingo Temple, the Amber Museum and the Municipal Market. You can also enjoy its gastronomy, its crafts and its nightlife.

Chiapas is a state that has a lot to offer to the tourist who seeks to know its nature, its culture and its history. El Chorreadero is one of those places that you should not miss if you want to live a unique and unforgettable experience.