Cerro del Mono Hiking Adventure
Hike to the highest hill in south Punta de Mita through lush jungle trails. Discover giant tropical trees, listen to 350+ endemic birds, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Bahía de Banderas and the Sierra Madre Occidental.
Hotel Pickup Available
We pick you up from most hotels in Punta Mita and surrounding areas. $100 MXN fee applies for some locations.
The Cerro del Mono hiking activity stands out due to its breathtaking panoramic bay views from the summit, the immersive experience through the lush jungle during the trek, and the blend of physical exercise with nature exploration. Our knowledgeable bilingual guides enhance the experience with local insights about the region's natural and historic heritage.
Can you imagine making your way to the top of the jungle and behold the best view of Bahía de Banderas? On our hiking tour to Cerro del Mono, the highest hill in the south of Punta de Mita, you will walk through the most beautiful jungle trails while discovering giant tropical trees and listening to the sounds of over 350 endemic and migratory birds.
Along with the adrenaline of climbing rocks and boulders to the top, you will enjoy the quietness of the Huichol land during the hike, and delight with a panoramic view of the beaches of the Riviera Nayarit and the natural landscape of the Sierra Madre Occidental.
Important Restrictions:
- Minimum Age: 10 years old
- Health Restrictions: Not suitable for pregnant women or those with back, neck, heart or dizziness conditions
- Camera Policy: No cameras allowed during the tour for your safety
- Minimum Group: 2 persons required to operate
Tour Details
- Location Punta Mita, Riviera Nayarit, Mexico
- Duration Approximately 2-3 hours
- Languages English and Spanish speaking guides
- Availability Daily tours, multiple departures
- Activity Level Moderate hike with some challenging sections
- Safety Professional guides and safety briefing
What's Included
- Round Transportation From select hotels ($100 MXN fee applies)
- Bottled Water During the tour
- Tequila Tasting Authentic Mexican experience
- Safety Equipment Briefing and guided support
- Professional Guides Bilingual expert guides
- Refreshments Fruit and granola bars
Pickup Locations
We offer pickup from most hotels in the area. Click below to see all details:
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothes (consider a change of clothes)
- Tennis or hiking shoes with good grip
- Bug spray preferably organic
- Extra cash for souvenirs, meals or photos
- Sun protection hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
- Camera for before/after the hike only
Book at least 2 days in advance to secure your preferred date. Wear long pants and closed-toe hiking shoes with good grip. Bring a small backpack for your water and snacks. Don't forget your camera for the summit - the view is unforgettable!
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Pickup Information
We're happy to provide transportation from most hotels in the area to make your experience as convenient as possible.
Hotels with a $5 USD Fee Transportation:
- Hotel Palladium
- Hotel Iberostar
- Hotel Conrad Punta de Mita
- Marival Armony
- Secrets Bahia Mita
For guests staying at other hotels, we offer transportation for a small fee of $100 MXN per person or 5 USD.
Please note: Due to resort policies, we cannot provide transportation for guests staying at:
- St. Regis Punta Mita
- Four Seasons Punta Mita
- W Punta Mita
- Susurros del Corazón
- Any resorts within private residential complexes
Guests from these properties will need to arrange their own transportation to the location.
If you have any questions about pickup arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact us.