Magical Town
Santiago
This old town seems to be the keeper of Monterrey’s traditions, and in a way, it is. But it is also a fantastic gateway into the Sierra Madre Oriental mountains.
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What Makes it Magical
The town is an amazing gateway into the Sierra Madre Oriental mountain range, letting you enjoy its multicolored landscapes of rock and water. You will find yourself in a mountain town like no other.
Why You Should Go
Highland Canyons
- Long canyons bordered by thick woods, rocky bottoms, and water almost all year.
- It has an ideal incline for canyoning–it is challenging but possible for any mortal.
- Fans of canyoneering from around the world come to challenge themselves.
- The canyons are filled with subterranean rivers, caves, natural waterslides, pools, waterfalls, and zip lines.
- They are tucked inside Parque Nacional Cumbres de Monterrey, which covers a little more than 177,000 hectares. This makes it one of the country’s largest nature reserves. It produces about 70% of Monterrey’s water.
At the Very Least
Try canyoning in any of its canyons. There is something for all ages and skill levels–from expert to not so much.
Don’t Miss
- Bungee jump in Cola de Caballo.
- Enjoy adventure tourism in the mountains.
- Go out in a kayak on Presa de la Boca.