ALTAVISTA PETROGLYPHCS

engraved images in volcanic stone

Two Thousand Years of History

The Altavista Petroglyphs offer an interesting and different day in the outdoors. Discovered by the National Institute of Anthropology and History, the petroglyphs are a series of drawings set in stone in what seems to have been a ceremonial center for the ancient people of the Texcoquines.

The petroglyphs possibly represent a 1,500-year historical span. Nowadays, the indigenous Huichol people still visit the site to celebrate different rituals. The self-guided tour ends up at the majestic “King’s Pool,” a naturally formed pool surrounded by cube-like stones.

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Examples of birds and the sites in Altavista

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Bilingual Guide

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Binoculars

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Spotting scope

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Round trip transport

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Breakfast

* Charges may incur for damaged equipment
**Pick up is available outside of Sayulita, San Pancho and Higuera Blanca.

FAQ

Where do your tours depart from?

  • If you are staying in Sayulita or San Pancho we will pick you up where you are staying. If you are located outside of the aforementioned towns, a minimum of 2 people for pick up at an additional cost

* For Private tours we will pick you up where you are located. 

*More than 5 people per group is considered private and has no additional cost.

What time does the tour start?

  • Summer time 7:00 am, Winter time the tour starts at 6:30 am (local time)

How difficult is this hike?

  • Easy to moderate

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what to bring

pants

Long pants or shorts

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Closed toe footwear

hatcap

Hat / Cap

sunblock

Sunblock

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Camera

sunglasses

Sunglasses

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Insect Repellent

water

Reusable water bottle

snack

Snack

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No plastic disposable bottle