Sótano de las Golondrinas (Cave of Swallows)
Aquismón · Extreme
A 376m-freefall karst abyss (up to 512m deep). A sanctuary of swifts that spiral out at dawn.
Sótano de las Golondrinas (Cave of Swallows) is part of Tamul Expedition — Sinkhole, Canyon & Water Cave
$1,550 MXN per person · Free cancellation 48 h before
Practical info
Good to know
568 steps down; the climb back up is EXHAUSTING.
How to get there
1h 15min from Ciudad Valles through the mountains
What to bring
- · jacket
- · flashlight
- · sneakers
Did you know?
- · The birds are SWIFTS, not swallows
- · The bottom = 3 soccer fields
Frequently asked questions
What time do the birds fly out of the Sótano de las Golondrinas?+
The spiral flight happens at dawn: you need to be at the rim around 5:45 AM. If you arrive at 9 AM the birds have already left and you miss the spectacle.
How deep is the Sótano de las Golondrinas?+
It has a 376-meter free fall and a total depth of up to 512 meters. The floor measures about three football pitches across.
How hard is the descent?+
It's 568 steps down to the lookout, and the climb back up is exhausting. Bring trainers, a jacket and a torch for the dawn hour.
How much is admission to Sótano de las Golondrinas (Cave of Swallows)?+
Admission to Sótano de las Golondrinas (Cave of Swallows) costs $100 MXN. Bringing cash is recommended just in case.
How do I get to Sótano de las Golondrinas (Cave of Swallows) from Ciudad Valles?+
1h 15min from Ciudad Valles through the mountains. The destination is in Aquismón, San Luis Potosí, Mexico.
What time of year is best to visit Sótano de las Golondrinas (Cave of Swallows)?+
The best season to visit Sótano de las Golondrinas (Cave of Swallows) is Nov–Mar. The best time of day to arrive is 05:45 AM to make the most of the experience.
How much time do you need to tour Sótano de las Golondrinas (Cave of Swallows)?+
Plan about 3 hours to enjoy Sótano de las Golondrinas (Cave of Swallows) at a relaxed pace. The site is open 06:00–18:00 (Monday to Sunday).
What should you bring to visit Sótano de las Golondrinas (Cave of Swallows)?+
To visit Sótano de las Golondrinas (Cave of Swallows) we recommend bringing: jacket, flashlight, sneakers. Important: 568 steps down; the climb back up is EXHAUSTING.
What travelers sayIn their own words (Spanish).
“Ver a los pericos salir del sótano al amanecer es algo que no te puedo describir con palabras. El guía conocía exactamente el ángulo perfecto para la foto. 10/10.”
Sandra Morales
Ciudad de México
“El sótano de las huahuas al amanecer es indescriptible. Miles de aves saliendo en espiral con el cielo anaranjado de fondo. ¡Vuelvo el año que viene!”
Sofía R.
Monterrey
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