Tamul Waterfall
Aquismón · Adventure
The tallest waterfall in San Luis Potosí (105m), reached by paddling up the Tampaón River. A spectacular turquoise drop.
Tamul Waterfall is part of Tamul Expedition — Sinkhole, Canyon & Water Cave
$1,550 MXN per person · Free cancellation 48 h before
Practical info
Good to know
Boatmen stop departing at 2 PM. CASH ONLY.
How to get there
45 min from Ciudad Valles → Tanchachín + boat
What to bring
- · life jacket
- · water shoes
- · 2L of water
Did you know?
- · 105m drop
- · In October: turquoise water + orange foliage
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to visit Tamul Waterfall?+
Admission is $220 MXN plus $300 MXN per person for the panga (boat). CASH only: there is no ATM at the dock.
What time should you get to Tamul?+
Ideally by 08:00. The boatmen stop heading out at 2 PM, so arriving late means missing the trip altogether.
How tall is Tamul Waterfall?+
It drops 344 feet (105 m), the tallest in San Luis Potosí. In October the turquoise water contrasts with the orange foliage of the canyon.
How much is admission to Tamul Waterfall?+
Admission to Tamul Waterfall costs $220 MXN + $300 boat p/p. Cash only — there is no ATM on site.
How do I get to Tamul Waterfall from Ciudad Valles?+
45 min from Ciudad Valles → Tanchachín + boat. The destination is in Aquismón, San Luis Potosí, Mexico.
What time of year is best to visit Tamul Waterfall?+
The best season to visit Tamul Waterfall is Jan–Apr. The best time of day to arrive is 08:00 to make the most of the experience.
How much time do you need to tour Tamul Waterfall?+
Plan about 5 hours to enjoy Tamul Waterfall at a relaxed pace. The site is open 08:00–17:00 (Mon–Sun).
What should you bring to visit Tamul Waterfall?+
To visit Tamul Waterfall we recommend bringing: life jacket, water shoes, 2L of water. Important: Boatmen stop departing at 2 PM. CASH ONLY.
What travelers sayIn their own words (Spanish).
“Salimos muy temprano y valió cada minuto de sueño perdido. Ver a los pericos salir del sótano al amanecer es algo que no te puedo describir con palabras. El guía conocía cada rincón y nos llevó al mirador perfecto para la foto.”
Sandra Morales
Ciudad de México
“La canoa por el Cañón del Tampaón es surrealista. Las paredes de roca a los lados, el silencio, y de repente la cascada. Fui con mi pareja y fue el mejor día del viaje por mucho.”
Andrés Villanueva
Monterrey, NL
“La Cueva del Agua es de otro planeta. El agua turquesa, la luz entrando por la cueva… las fotos que nos mandaron al día siguiente eran increíbles. Ya convencí a mis amigas para venir el próximo año.”
Fernanda Ortiz
Guadalajara, JAL
Tours that include Tamul Waterfall
Book directly by card or ask on WhatsApp.
Adventure & Nature
Tamul Expedition — Sinkhole, Canyon & Water Cave
$1,550MXN / person
Extreme Adventure
Rappelling at Tamul Waterfall — Descend Beside Mexico's Tallest Falls
$1,700MXN / person
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