How to spend top weekend in Monterrey - ideas on extraordinary attractions and sites

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Ways to Get Thrills

You can go on one of several extreme tours during your stay in Monterrey. They will increase the level of adrenaline in the blood to the maximum value. For example, if you choose to travel to Cumbres de Monterrey you can keep fit and enjoy competing with other tourists. You will make jumps from ledges into reservoirs, climb, overcome a long way on foot and swim in a canoe. If you prefer the Monterrey Bungee Jump tour you will jump from specially equipped platforms and mountain bridges. Entertainment Huasteca Canyon Via Ferrata Zipline will allow you to visit the abyss, without risking your life.
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Go on a Whale Safari

You will certainly be interested in a fascinating trip on a tourist boat on the Gulf of Monterrey. Its duration can be 4, 8, or 12 hours. You will be able to see how sea animals looking for food swim overboard during the voyage. For example, these are dolphins, killer whales, sea lions, and whales. They do not pay attention to tourists and do not try to turn the tour ship over. You will have the opportunity to look at these amazing creatures, listen to the guide's story, and take memorable photos. You will also be able to touch the sea creatures that will swim as close as possible.

Climb the Cerro de La Silla Mountain

The Cerro de La Silla Mountain is located near the city. It has 4 peaks. You can climb it via a hiking trail. Its length is 5.3 kilometers. Climbing will require considerable physical strength. It will last for 3 hours. You will get the opportunity to enjoy the amazing view of Monterrey from a great height after the path is completed. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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Visit the Estrella Biopark

If you leave Monterrey by car or public transport and spend 50 minutes on the road you can get to the Estrella Biopark. It is located in the Sierra Madre Mountains. The biopark has been open to the public since 1996. You will have the opportunity to walk through a specially equipped trail and look at the picturesque waterfalls, once on its territory. You can also become a member of the Serengeti Safari. You can observe the inhabitants of the biopark in complete safety during this tour. They are kept in conditions as close to natural as possible. The guide will also allow you to feed wild animals.
Macro Plaza and Government Palace, Monterrey

Tour of the De Garcia Caves

The De Garcia cave complex is located 30 kilometers from the city. It was discovered in 1843. It consists of several caves. They are connected by corridors. You can get to the entrance to the natural attraction if you use the cable car. It's called Grutas de Garcia. However, you will have to walk 80 meters uphill from its terminus.
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You will have the opportunity to explore 16 caves with 34 viewing platforms and see stalactites and stalagmites of bizarre shapes once inside de Garcia. For example, you can visit the Hall of Light. It is illuminated by solar rays that penetrate through a crack in the ceiling. You will also visit the Hall of the Air. There is a balcony at an altitude of 400 meters in it. You can enjoy the view of the cave from there.

Cola de Caballo Waterfall Tour

The Cola de Caballo waterfall is located in the vicinity of Monterrey. It has a height of 25 meters. It is formed by a mountain river flowing through the Cumbres de Monterrey National Park. You will have the opportunity to see it by traveling on foot or horseback along a stone-paved path. It runs between the ravines. Stops on special sections are provided during the tour. You can relax, have a picnic, and see the local flora and fauna there. You will be able to admire the waterfall when you get to it. You can also jump into its waters from the platform. It is located at an altitude of 70 meters.
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