Cañón del Sumidero
Cañón del Sumidero is in Chiapas, Mexico.
Understand
This is a long canyon, with steep sides up to 1km high. There is a river running the length of it, upon which boat tours are run.
History
Landscape
Flora and fauna
Climate
Get in
An all inclusive tour from San Cristobal de las Casas costs 200 pesos. You can also take a colectivo towards Tuxtla Gutiérrez (40 pesos) and ask the driver to drop you near Chiapa de Corzo. Cross the road and take another colectivo (5 pesos) to the 'embarcadero' where you buy a boat ticket for 160 pesos. The boatride takes about two hours, so bring drinkingwater, a hat and sunscreen.
Fees/Permits
160 pesos for a boatride.
Get around
See
Crocodiles and birds in beautiful nature.