Luis is so knowledgeable and friendly as a tour guide, and patient as well. He is very familiar with the routes, and took us to incredibly beautiful places. We had a great time! Be aware that it is a proper hike in mountain terrain, not just a walk in the forest- we somewhat underestimated the difficulty of the terrain and overestimated our own physical abilities, and therefore suffered somewhat on the long very steep hills (but we don't blame him for that!). It is physically challenging, so we would suggest that if you are not very athletic or a regular hiker, you may want to get some practice in beforehand, or else reach out to Luis beforehand to discuss beginners routes. But we would definitely recommend it for a prepared hiker! Beautiful nature, beautiful mountains and unique plants, a lovely welcoming experience in one of Los Pueblos Mancomunados villages, and so conveniently arranged to take care of everything (snacks, meals, pickup and drive from a central location, skillful guiding). At the end of the day it was an unforgettable experience. Bring lots of water!

Luis was an amazing guide. He entertained us with his knowledge of the flora and fauna, including the culinary and medicinal uses of the plants in the forest. Our hike took us through varied terrain, mostly in pine forest and we hike to a peak of 10,500 feet. He was very considerate about the pace, and suggested several different routes depending on our energy level. The vie from the top was spectacular. Breakfast and lunch at two local roadside restaurants were easily the best food of our trip to Oaxaca. Luis was so thoughtful, considerate and knowledgeable that he will make any hike fit your ability and interests and give you a wonderful experience. Read more about Hike through the forest of the Sierra Norte de Oaxaca - https://www.viator.com/tours/Oaxaca-City/Hike-through-the-forest-of-the-Sierra-Norte-de-Oaxaca/d50491-333827P1?mcid=56757

What an incredible trip with Luis! It was myself and my two boys, 11 and 15. We loved getting out of the city feeling the cool breezes, smelling the clean air and seeing the beautiful views. Luis tailors the hike to your needs and provides snacks and water. Then there's the meals! A delicious breakfast and lunch and hand selected spots that were so special. Can't recommend this enough, Luis is a knowledgeable and kind guide!

Luis was an amazing guide. He entertained us with his knowledge of the flora and fauna, including the culinary and medicinal uses of the plants in the forest. Our hike took us through varied terrain, mostly in pine forest and we hike to a peak of 10,500 feet. He was very considerate about the pace, and suggested several different routes depending on our energy level. The vie from the top was spectacular. Breakfast and lunch at two local roadside restaurants were easily the best food of our trip to Oaxaca. Luis was so thoughtful, considerate and knowledgeable that he will make any hike fit your ability and interests and give you a wonderful experience.

If you like hiking, I would recommend Más Montaña. Luis is passionate about the mountain and knows it well. He customized the experience to our preference and shared authentic local food at two interesting spots. He also picked great music for the rides to and from the mountain!

My husband and I did a hike with Luis in 2022 and enjoyed it so much we signed up again this year and brought friends with us. Luis is a great guide - he is knowledgebable about the environment and is in tune with the abilites and wishes of the group as far as which routes are best to take. We stopped for a delicious breakfast before the hike and enjoyed a big lunch afterward. Spending the day in the beautiful mountains was a nice contrast to all the time we had spent in the city. I hope to return to Oaxaca and would happily do another hike with Luis. Highly recommended.

Luis our tour guide was the best tour guide. He was good at adjusting the tour so it was just perfect for us in every way. Loved all about the nature, the views, the meals and the length was perfect as well. We hiked from 2700 MASL to around 3300 MASL. Many options for cutting short/going more or less steep/extending the hike etc. Also the very friendly driver was always close by with water supplies etc. The pace was just right for us and the dog Valentin was a great companion on the whole trail. Highly recommend!!! You need to book this hike! ❤️ you won’t regret it

Beautiful forest, walking through pines, oaks and madrones.. Knowledgeable guide had us nibbling on leaves as we acclimated to the altitude. Great cohesive group.

Amazing tour/hike with knowledgeable and friendly tour guide. Food was also excellent and views were amazing .......

We had a great day with Luis! He knows a lot about the flora and fauna of the region and was happy to answer all of our questions. We loved the food that we had for breakfast and lunch at family ran restaurants. The hike was great… the trees, flowers, birds were beautiful! It was a good challenge and the view at the top is wonderful! Thanks Luis!!!!

We chose this hike because it had such great reviews, and those reviews are well-earned! Luis was a knowledgeable and fun guide, and we were lucky to be with a great group of people. The mountains are beautiful, especially if you’re hoping to see some green during dry season. We even stopped my a waterfall and had the chance to go under it. The family restaurants were special and unique, too. Hope you decide to take this tour!

Luis was great and very caring and knowledgeable about the forest ecology. And he paid close attention to each hiker's abilities to customize the hike. Excellent guide!

This "hike" turned out to be an exciting day-long adventure. Luis took us to breakfast and lunch at very authentic small "restaurants" in the mountains. At lunch, they caught the trout in a backyard pool and then prepared it! The hike took us up to 10,600 feet and through several different biomes. I saw plants I had only seen in greenhouses. The first hour was spent climbing to the top on some challenging (for me) trails. I'm a very fit 71-year-old woman, but I live at sea level. The altitude was a challenge and I slowed down our small group. Luis was very patient and taught me a lot about hiking safely. I'm so glad that I went.

This is a wonderful way to escape the city for a day. Luis has carefully planned each part of this trip. I highly recommend it…..great food, stunning views and local expertise.

This hike with Luis was the highlight of our Oaxaca vacation. If you enjoy hiking in the mountains with a very knowledgeable guide, this is your trip. The breakfast prior to the hike and the trout dinner after were both included in the price of the hike and were exceptional meals. Luis had hiking poles for us to use and I highly recommend taking him up on his offer as there were some climbs and steep down hills. Muchas gracias Luis and we will definitely book again with you.

The experience with Luis was fantastic - the hike was beautiful and we were really out in the wild. Luis was also really knowledgable and friendly and answered all questions we had. He also brought water, his own trail mix and an energy bar made by his brother that were great additions. Finally, the breakfast and lunch (delicious fresh trout) were real highlights too. We watched the trout being prepared and cooked and was a hearty finish to a great day!

Fernando was so awesome! He was kind, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable about the flora and fauna in the area and their medicinal and traditional uses. The hike and mountains were stunning. I loved every minute of it. It was definitely the highlight of my trip in Oaxaca.

My hike with Luis was the highlight of my trip to Oaxaca city. His knowledge of the flora and fauna was extensive. I learned a lot about some of the medicines available in the forest. The meals and snacks provided were also a yummy treat. I would do another hike with Luis without hesitation and highly recommend if you are a hiker

One of the best experiences I've had in Oaxaca. This is not just a hike: he provides information on ecology, natural medicine, local cuisine, culture and history. Every little detail has been thought of. Thank you so much Luis for your careful planning and amazing company

Best thing we did in Oaxaca. Eric and his local guides took us on an amazing experience from beginning to end. Two great meals in local remote communities. Beautiful and ever changing terrain and flora. They were very accommodating for my wife who was a bit slow on the downhill steep areas. Very knowledgeable guides about history, flora, fauna, culture etc amazing scenes beyond my expectations