Rancho Nuevo Nature Reserve  offers an exciting and peaceful getaway just 10 kilometers from San Cristóbal de las Casas. This lush coniferous forest is home to various activities that make it a perfect day trip for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

What to Do 🐎🌲:

• Horseback Riding: Enjoy a scenic ride through the forest on well-cared-for horses.
• Ziplining: Fly over the treetops for a thrilling aerial view of the park.
• Mountain Slides: Perfect for kids and adults alike, adding a bit of fun to your nature walk.
• Cave Exploration: The Grutas de Rancho Nuevo (Rancho Nuevo Caves) extend about 750 meters into the hillside and are beautifully illuminated to reveal stunning stalactite and stalagmite formations. For the more adventurous, you can hire a guide and explore deeper parts of the cave using flashlights.

Additional Amenities:

There are also picnic areas, food stalls, and a craft market, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy a full day in nature. You can even camp or rent cabins if you’d like to extend your stay.

Getting There: A short 20-minute taxi ride from San Cristóbal will cost around 120 MXN each way​.
Location:

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