Canyon Tours in Chiapas: 11 Lined Up by Price and Hours

1.Canyon, Viewpoints & Chiapa de Corzo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 231 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $85Our pick

From San Cristóbal, ride an air-conditioned minivan to Sumidero Canyon for high viewpoints and a 1-hour-45-minute shared boat trip past crocodiles, monkeys, pelicans, and towering cliffs. Then visit Chiapa de Corzo before returning. The driver may speak Spanish and English, but boat commentary is often in Spanish.

“The boat trip was fanatic! El Capitan del barco was very good and very knowledgeable . He could spot a monkey and crocodile when no one else could for about 5 minutes! It was a highlight for our trip in Mexico over the past 2 months.”

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2.Sumidero, Chiapa de Corzo and Miradores

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 149 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $61

From Tuxtla Gutiérrez, you’ll take a two-hour boat ride through Sumidero Canyon, watch for wildlife along the Grijalva River, visit Chiapa de Corzo and its 16th-century Mudejar fountain, then stop at three canyon viewpoints. Spanish guiding, transport, boats, entrance fees, and hotel pickup are included.

“Super visite juste assez longue sans se presser. Le canyon est vraiment incroyable!”

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3.Sumidero Canyon and Chiapa de Corzo Tour Compartido

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 131 reviews · 8 hours · from $140

Travel from San Cristóbal to Sumidero Canyon by air-conditioned vehicle, stop at scenic viewpoints, then take a 90-minute shared boat ride beneath towering canyon walls. Afterward, spend an hour in Chiapa de Corzo. English and Spanish guides are available, and guide Julian has earned special praise for helping older guests.

“Excelente atención de Julian, nos encantó por el precio valió totalmente la pena. Íbamos con adultos mayores y todo el tiempo nos apoyaron y fueron comprensivos.”

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4.Sumidero Canyon & Chiapa de Corzo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 102 reviews · 9 hours · from $50Best value

From Portal 9 in San Cristóbal, travel by shared tourist van to Sumidero Canyon for a 100-minute boat ride among cliffs, crocodiles, monkeys, and birds. Then spend 80 minutes in Chiapa de Corzo, with time for local crafts and town sights. The driver and boat service operate in Spanish.

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5.Sumidero Canyon, Chiapa de Corzo Magical Town from San Cristóbal de las Casas

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 70 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Leave San Cristóbal at 9 a.m. for a boat ride on the Grijalva River beneath Sumidero Canyon’s towering walls. Look for crocodiles, monkeys, birds, caves, and waterfalls, then explore Chiapa de Corzo’s brick fountain and craft-lined portals. Hotel pickup, transport, park fees, and a guide are included. Confirm where English commentary is provided before booking.

“We booked the 6 h tour without the viewpoints (miradores) but found ourselves on a 10 h tour with miradores which was not clear to us in the beginning. If you are staying in San Cristobal book the tour at one of the many tour companies von the street "Real de Guadeloupe", it only costs half of the price here, which means 600 MXN = 30 €. The canyon is absolutely amazing. I would always do the boat trip again. Chiapas is nice. A stay of 1-2 h is sufficient.”

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6.Sumidero Canyon, Miradores del Cañón and Pueblo Chiapa de Corzo.

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 70 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Travel from central San Cristóbal in a small air-conditioned vehicle to Sumidero Canyon’s viewpoints and a 90-minute boat ride. Look for crocodiles, monkeys, iguanas, birds, and waterfalls, then spend about an hour in Chiapa de Corzo. The tour is Spanish-speaking, capped at 14 people, and returns to San Cristóbal.

“I told them twice that I changed my accommodation but they forgot to pick me up. Also I went to their office and ask if the Miradores del Canõn are definitely included. They said yes. When I arrived at the Canõn they told me that it is just possible to do the bootstour and to visit the city. But that was not true because friends of mine were on their way to the viewpoints of the cañon at this point. I went on the boat and really could not enjoy it because I was sad that I can not see Miradores. After the tour they told me that I can…”

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7.Sumidero National Park Full-Day Trip from San Cristobal

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 66 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $139

From San Cristobal, you’ll ride through the mountains to Sumidero National Park, cruise for about two hours between canyon walls, visit Chiapa de Corzo, and stop at several viewpoints. Transport, park admission, and the boat are included. Service may be in Spanish or English, with private and small-group options available.

“We made this tour as 4 people with Gonzalo on March 24, 2025. I travel a lot and this tour was the worst experience I ever had. The tour supposed to start at 9 am, but nobody showed up. After trying to contact them and GYG for 45 minutes, tour provider and GYG solved the issue and agreed to take us at 10 am, 1 hour later than usual. Our “tour guide” was not an actual guide but a person who knew the area. He didn’t speak English, although we HAVE paid for an English tour. We arrived to the port for the boats for Sumidero Canyon. A group left…”

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8.Sumidero Canyon, Chiapa de Corzo, & Miradores

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 63 reviews · 9 hours · from $56

From San Cristóbal, you’ll ride through Sumidero Canyon by boat, look for crocodiles, monkeys, and native birds, visit Chiapa de Corzo’s 16th-century Mudejar fountain, then stop at three viewpoints. Spanish-speaking staff, transport, tickets, park entry, and basic insurance are included in this nine-hour shared tour.

“Le canyon est vraiment magnifique, surtout vu du bateau. Les promontoires sont sympas mais pas exceptionnels, sachant que cela augmente énormément la durée de transport (trop longue du coup) Par contre la sortie bateau est vraiment top, avec de bonnes explications du capitaine. Nous avons pu voir oiseaux, singes et crocodiles dans un décor somptueux. L’arrêt à Chiapa de Corzo vaut le détour. Dommage que l’horaire de retour n’ait pas été respecté”

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9.Sumidero Canyon, Viewpoints & Chiapa de Corzo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · 9 hours · from $93

Travel from San Cristóbal to Sumidero Canyon with a bilingual guide and air-conditioned transport. Stop at canyon viewpoints, take a 100-minute boat ride on the Grijalva River, then enjoy free time in Chiapa de Corzo. Recent guides Jorge and Angelina earned praise for clear English translations and warm care.

“its worth it for sure. notr that itd 1.5h to the miradores, 1.20h to the port, 2h boatride and another 1.30h back to san cris. so a lot of sitting in the van. jorge our guide and rodolpho our driver were great. the tour was spanish AND ENGLISH so hreat. the tour company is good. if you are already in san cris check their office and see if you get a better price from them directly. theyre called otisa”

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10.Sumidero National Park Full-Day Trip from Tuxtla Gutiérrez

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 35 reviews · 7 hours · from $126

Spend seven hours exploring Sumidero National Park from Tuxtla Gutiérrez. You’ll cruise for about two hours between towering canyon walls, visit Chiapa de Corzo and its Mudéjar fountain, then stop at several lookouts. Pickup, park entry, transport, and the boat are included. Guide service is offered in Spanish and English, though language support can vary.

“No vale la pena tomar el tour. Cualquier taxi te lleva al embarcadero y ahi pagas por el tour con uno de los botes. Salen botes a cada rato, con todos los grupos de distintas agencias juntos o pasajeros individuales. El tour vendido por acá es mucho más caro que comprarlo ahi mismo y no hay ninguna diferencia. Pide un taxi en tu hotel que te lleve al embarcadero del cañon del sumidero y ahi mismo pagas en pesos mexicanos tu ticket, donde puedes tener 3 opciones (aca te venden la opcion mas larga que no vale la pena). La segunda opcion en el cañon que es de casi 2…”

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11.From Tuxtla Sumidero Canyon, Viewpoint & San Cristobal Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · 8 hours · from $59

Start in Tuxtla Gutiérrez with canyon viewpoints, then take a 105-minute shared boat ride through Sumidero Canyon. Look for crocodiles, monkeys, iguanas, pelicans, and caves before free time in Chiapa de Corzo. Your Spanish-speaking driver delivers you to San Cristóbal de las Casas, making this a useful one-day transfer with sightseeing.

“This trip is a good option to move from Tuxtla to San Cristobal and see all the sightseeing in between without a car. The drive is doable although do not expect a guide to explain you around. The places visited are wonderful, with plenty of time. I really liked the boat trip where the guide was really dedicated. Waterfall, monkeys and 🐊🐊🐊 spotted! The final village Chiapa de Corzo is very beautiful so we preferred to grab a bite at the local market and visit the town rather than stopping at the restaurant recommend by the drive. I'd recommend this tour if you are starting in Tuxtla and tight on…”

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