It is a long (2.5 hour) drive to Llano de Las Flores, but a lovely one through the mountains which hikers consider time well spent to enjoy the terrific hike waiting there. The hike itself takes about four hours, including time for a sack lunch at a mirador overlooking surrounding hills and valleys. The two caves and waterfalls add a special touch to this outing. Participants are cautioned that there are some steep segments which require using a rope banister to get up the hill. This may be more challenging than some people are ready for.
Time frame: 8:30 leave from Llano Park / 9:30 rest stop at El Punto / 11:00 arrive Llano de las Flores / 11:15 begin hike / 1:30 sack lunch at mirador / 1:50 start return hike / 3:15 end hike / 6:00 return to Oaxaca.
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The office at Llano de las Flores where a local guide is hired.
Making sure the hiking boots are tied tightly.
The miles of logging roads through the forest are shared with mountain bikers.
Going deeper into the woods.
Climbing the footpath leading to the two caves.
At the entrance to one of the caverns.
Continuing on the trail to the mirador.
At times a bit of bushwhacking is required.
A footbridge on the way back to camp.