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Sacred Sites of the Sierra Mixe
Sierra Mixe Oaxaca
Duration: 3 days
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Raíz Ayuuk
MEX$7,500
Deposit: MEX$3,750

About your trip

A journey of growth, connection and exchange in the Sierra Mixe

We warmly welcome you to this three-day transformative journey through the Mixe region of Oaxaca, where every moment reveals deeper layers of connection with ancestral culture and nature. From the machucado ritual in Ayutla to the full day ascent of the sacred mountain, through encounters with local artisans, this experience offers an intimate and meaningful journey through the heart of Mixe tradition.


Travel with regenerative impact

This adventure goes beyond traditional tourism, integrating environmental conservation, cultural revitalization, and community well-being. Guided by local experts, you will explore sacred landscapes—from the highest point of the Mixe mountain to traditional family homes. Visiting the Sierra Mixe with Raíz Ayuuk is an act of respectful connection that nourishes both travelers and the communities that host them.

Terms and conditions

 1. General Information

  • Raíz Ayuuk organizes group and private tours to the Sierra Mixe, Oaxaca.
  • Participants are responsible for providing accurate personal information during booking.

2. Booking and Payment

  • A 50% deposit is required to confirm a booking. The remaining balance must be paid before departure.
  • Payments can be made through WeTravel or other agreed upon methods.
  • Prices include transportation, guides, meals, entrance fees, and accommodation unless otherwise stated.

3. Health and Safety

  • Participants must disclose any medical conditions or allergies prior to the trip.
  • Raíz Ayuuk is not responsible for accidents, injuries, or illnesses during the journey, though we ensure every effort is made to maintain safety.

4. Itineraries

  • Itineraries are subject to change due to weather, road conditions, availability, or unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be notified of major changes.

5. Liability

  • Raíz Ayuuk is not responsible for lost or stolen items during the trip. It is important that visitors follow the safety protocols indicated by the company's staff.
  • We are not responsible for cancellations caused by circumstances beyond our control, such as natural disasters or unforeseen community regulations.

6. Code of Conduct

  • Respect for local communities, customs and the environment is mandatory. Participants who do not comply with this will be asked to abide by the rules and if any of these behaviours persist, they might be asked to leave the group.

Cancellation Policiy

 1. General Policy

  • Cancellations made more than 30 days before the departure date will receive a full refund of the deposit.
  • Cancellations made 7–30 days before departure will receive a 50% refund of the deposit.
  • Cancellations made less than 7 days before departure are non-refundable.

2. Cancellations by Raíz Ayuuk If Raíz Ayuuk cancels a journey due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., natural disasters, roadblocks), participants may choose either:

  • A 90% refund, with 10% retained to cover administrative and processing costs.
  • To reschedule for a different date at no additional cost.

3. Minimum Participant Guarantee

  • If the minimum number of required participants is not reached by 2 days prior to the departure date, Raíz Ayuuk guarantees a full refund of the deposit and any payments made.

4. Postponements by Participants

  • Participants may request to reschedule their journey up to 7 days before departure. Rescheduling is subject to availability and may incur a 10% fee.

5. No-Show Policy

  • Participants who fail to show up on the day of departure will forfeit the total amount paid.

6. Refund Process

  • Refunds will be processed within 14 business days of receiving a cancellation request.

7. Contact Information

All cancellations or rescheduling requests must be made in writing via email to Raíz Ayuuk at raiz.ayuuk@gmail.com.

Sobre este viaje

Un viaje de crecimiento, conexión e intercambio en la Sierra Mixe

Les damos una cálida bienvenida a este viaje transformador de tres días por la región Mixe de Oaxaca, donde cada momento revela una conexión más profunda con la cultura ancestral y la naturaleza. Desde el ritual del machucado en Ayutla hasta el ascenso de un día completo a la montaña sagrada, pasando por encuentros con artesanos locales, esta experiencia ofrece un viaje íntimo y significativo a través del corazón de la tradición Mixe.


Viaja con impacto regenerativo

Esta aventura va más allá del turismo tradicional, integrando la conservación del medio ambiente, la revitalización cultural y el bienestar comunitario. Guiados por expertos locales, explorarán paisajes sagrados, desde el punto más alto de la montaña Mixe hasta las casas familiares tradicionales. Visitar la Sierra Mixe con Raíz Ayuuk es un acto de conexión respetuosa que nutre tanto a los viajeros como a las comunidades que los acogen.

Términos y condiciones

1. Información general

  • Raíz Ayuuk organiza viajes grupales y privados a la Sierra Mixe, Oaxaca.
  • Los participantes son responsables de proporcionar información personal precisa durante la reserva.

2. Reserva y pago

  • Se requiere un depósito del 50% para confirmar una reserva. El saldo restante debe pagarse antes de la salida.
  • Los pagos se pueden realizar a través de WeTravel u otros métodos acordados.
  • Los precios incluyen transporte, guías, comidas, entradas y alojamiento a menos que se indique lo contrario.

3. Salud y seguridad

  • Los participantes deben informar cualquier condición médica o alergia antes del viaje. 
  • En Raíz Ayuuk hacemos todo lo posible para mantener las medidas de seguridad e higiene durante todo el viaje. No nos hacemos responsables de accidentes, lesiones o enfermedades. 

4. Itinerarios

  • Los itinerarios están sujetos a cambios debido al clima, las condiciones de la carretera, la disponibilidad o circunstancias imprevistas. Se notificará a los participantes de los cambios importantes.

5. Responsabilidad

  • Raíz Ayuuk no se hace responsable de los artículos perdidos o robados durante el viaje. Es importante que los visitantes sigan los protocolos de seguridad indicados por el personal de la empresa. 
  • No nos hacemos responsables de cancelaciones causadas por circunstancias fuera de nuestro control, como desastres naturales o regulaciones comunitarias no previstas. 

6. Código de conducta

  • El respeto por las comunidades locales, las costumbres y el medio ambiente es obligatorio. A los participantes que no cumplan con esto se les pedirá que acaten las normas y de persistir alguna de estas conductas será posible pedirle que abandonen el grupo.

Política de cancelación

1. Política general

  • Las cancelaciones realizadas con más de 30 días de antelación a la fecha de salida recibirán un reembolso completo del depósito.
  • Las cancelaciones realizadas entre 7 y 30 días antes de la salida recibirán un reembolso del 50 % del depósito.
  • Las cancelaciones realizadas con menos de 7 días de antelación a la salida no son reembolsables.

2. Cancelaciones por parte de Raíz Ayuuk

Si Raíz Ayuuk cancela un viaje debido a circunstancias imprevistas (por ejemplo, desastres naturales, bloqueos de carreteras), los participantes pueden elegir entre:

  • Un reembolso del 90 %, con un 10 % retenido para cubrir los costos administrativos y de procesamiento.
  • Reprogramar para una fecha diferente sin costo adicional.

3. Garantía de número mínimo de participantes

  • Si el número mínimo de participantes requeridos no se alcanza hasta 2 días antes de la fecha de salida, Raíz Ayuuk garantiza un reembolso completo del depósito y cualquier pago realizado.

4. Aplazamientos por parte de los participantes

  • Los participantes pueden solicitar reprogramar su viaje hasta 7 días antes de la salida.
  • La reprogramación está sujeta a disponibilidad y puede generar un cargo del 10 %.

5. Política de no presentación

  • Los participantes que no se presenten el día de la salida perderán el monto total pagado.

6. Proceso de reembolso

  • Los reembolsos se procesarán dentro de los 14 días hábiles posteriores a la recepción de una solicitud de cancelación.

7. Información de contacto

  • Todas las cancelaciones o solicitudes de reprogramación deben realizarse por escrito por correo electrónico a Raíz Ayuuk a raiz.ayuuk@gmail.com.

What's included

Transportation

From / to Oaxaca city center

Host guide

English & Español

Local guides

Meals

Breakfast (2x), Lunch (3x), Dinner (2x)

Entrance fees & permits

Accommodation

2 nights

What's not included

Personal purchases

We recommend bringing cash since there are no ATMs in the region.

Alcoholic beverages

Medical costs

Tips

Optional

Day 1

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Introduction to the Sierra Mixe

We begin our journey with a scenic drive of just under 2 hours from the center of Oaxaca City to the community of Ayutla, gateway to the Sierra Mixe.

Here, we will participate in the ritual of Machucado, a traditional corn dish full of meaning and historical importance. This meal is our first welcome into the spiritual world of the Mixe people and their connection to the land.

Day 2

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Sacred mountain

On the day of the ascent to the sacred mountain, we will have breakfast at dawn and then head to meet with the local authorities who will accompany us in Santa María Yacochi.


The sacred hill Zempoaltépetl is the most significant place of Mixe culture and spirituality and one of the highest mountains in the state of Oaxaca. Visiting this sacred site where our fellow citizens still practice the rituals of our ancestors today, requires respect, commitment and intention.


The distance is approximately 12-14 km, with an elevation gain of around a thousand meters, which requires people with some experience in hiking and moderate to high physical condition.

We will finish our hike before sunset and return to the hotel for dinner and a good rest.

Day 3

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Integrate your experience

On the third day of our tour of the Sierra Mixe, we will have the opportunity to visit the famous community of Santa María Tlahuitoltepec.


We will visit two of the region's most renowned artisans. At the home of master potter Silvia Martínez, we will learn more about how Mixe culture is reflected in her unique pieces of clay.


Afterwards, we'll delve into the world of textiles at Fernando Gutiérrez's workshop, to observe how the region's iconic garments are created.

A traditional meal will be served at a local restaurant, after which we'll return to Oaxaca City.

About your organizer

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Raíz Ayuuk
We offer journeys of growth, connection, and exchange in the Sierra Mixe, working with families and communities to promote ecosystem restoration and cultural empowerment.

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