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

Gruta de Cocona Cave Journey

The cadastral cave Gruta de Cocona is located 53 kilometers from Villahermosa. You'll get there on federal highway 195. The natural attraction was discovered in 1876. It has been open to the daily public since 1967. You can take a trip around the cave from 9 am to 6 pm. The tour will take place along a route of 492 meters long. The air temperature is 30 °C here.

The guide will walk with you through the 8 great halls. There is electric lighting here. The sound system is also used in the halls of the cave. You will see bizarre stalagmites and huge stalactites that look like crocodile teeth. You will also look at the blind fish. They live in limestone sinkholes filled with water. The duration of the trip is half an hour. The ticket costs $1.5.

Visit Yumka Zoo

There is an unusual zoo near Villahermosa. It is located 17 kilometers from the city. It's called Yumka. It is a Safari Park. All animals can move freely in their habitat here. You will look at them from the window of a special vehicle. There are 3 areas in Yumka. They are the ecological systems of Tabasco. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

You will take a half-hour tour of each of them. You will look at the representatives of the Mexico fauna in the "Jungle" area. These are, for example, roaring monkeys, jaguars, toucans and scarlet macaws. There are two zones in the “Savannah” area. The first zone is called the “African” zone. You will see elephants, zebras, giraffes, and hippos here. The second zone is called “Asian”. Deer, buffalo, and antelope live here. You will also visit the "Lake" area.

Observation Platform of Tomás Garrido Canabal Park

You can take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city in nature by visiting the Thomas Garrido Canabal Park in Villahermosa. You will sit in the shade of exotic trees, and walk through the numerous alleys, admiring the compositions created from fresh flowers. You will also ascend to one of several observation platforms. You will appreciate the beauty of the city panorama, standing here.

Grijalva River Voyage

You can go from Villahermosa in the state of Chiapas. You will visit a natural attraction there. This is Sumidero Canyon. It has a length of 35 kilometers. The height of its banks is 1 kilometer. The Grijalva River flows along its bottom. Its length is 480 kilometers. This is where you will go on a boat trip. The voyage will start at 9 am at the pier of Chiapa de Corzo. You will put on the life jacket and get into the boat. It holds 20 passengers. However, if you want, you can order a private tour on the same vessel.

The Belisario Dominguez Bridge is the beginning of Sumidero Canyon. You will enjoy the beautiful scenery, take great photos and look at the wildlife after you pass this bridge. You will see many vultures that sit on the shore. You will also observe crocodiles swimming in the greenish river water. Ducks, pelicans, and monkeys also live in the canyon. It will be a stop during the journey. You can visit the chapel during this stop. It is located in a small cave.

Participation in the Chocolate Festival

The chocolate festival has been held in November for several years in Villahermosa. Its main purpose is to attract attention to the culture and production of cocoa. Chefs from all over the world come to the Parque Tabasco. They cook chocolate dishes according to original recipes. Chefs also compete in culinary skills. You can also take part in this celebration. An interesting excursion to the plantation is waiting for you. Cocoa is grown here. You will also attend a cooking show and several seminars. You will learn a lot about the sweet product here. You can also attend a master class on dessert cooking and take part in tasting chocolate and alcoholic beverage. It is one of the ingredients of chocolate desserts.