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8-Day Oaxaca Women's Adventure
A trip for women seeking adventure and community, featuring a mix of guided tours, nature, and cultural experiences in Oaxaca.
Overview
Join Great Laurel Adventures for an immersive exploration of Oaxaca, Mexico. Led by GLA staff and local guides, the group will witness the vibrant Guelaguetza Festival and hike the lush Sierra Norte Mountains. You’ll also visit the stunning "petrified" waterfalls of Hierve el Agua. This trip is designed for those seeking a meaningful connection to nature and Oaxacan tradition in a supportive environment.
Highlights
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Guelaguetza Festival: A world-famous celebration of Oaxacan heritage featuring indigenous dances, music, and food.
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Sierra Norte Mountains: A high-altitude "cloud forest" where you’ll hike through misty, moss-covered trails.
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Hierve el Agua: A stunning site of "petrified" mineral waterfalls where you can soak in natural infinity pools overlooking the mountain valley.
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Led by local guides and 2 GLA guides: The GLA (Great Laurel Adventures) team provide the logistical support, while the local guides offer knowledge and historical context for sites like Monte Albán and the mountain trails.
How to Book
Reach out to Leslie greatlaureladventures@gmail.com and she will connect with you about logistics and is available to answer your questions. This ensures you have all the logistical details you need to feel prepared and certain that this experience aligns with what you’re looking for. A $500 deposit will hold your place. The remaining balance is due by May 1st, 2026.
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Transportation Included?
Yes, ground transportation in Oaxaca between destinations and airport transfers are included.
Max Group Size:
12 Women
Duration:
8 days / 7 nights
Pace:
Overall the whole trip is a perfect balance of support and freedom.
Who is this for?
All women (including transgender women) looking for community and travel adventure.
Experience needed?
Little to none.
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What's Included:
7 nights lodging, 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners, ground transportation, airport transfers, cooking class, and all guided tours/hikes listed.
What's Not Included:
Airfare and some meals (3 lunches and 4 dinners are not listed as included).
Cancellation Policy: If a replacement is found: Full refund minus a $150 fee. If no replacement is found: The $500 deposit is forfeited.
Trip Partnership:
We have worked closely with Leslie, owner of Great Laurel Adventures (GLA), for years and can confidently vouch for her well-loved multi-day trips. Her trips are designed with a deep respect for the communities visited and for natural wild spaces. Leslie provides a calm, competent presence that allows travelers to feel both secure and truly immersed in locations. We trust her expertise and her heart, and we are proud to partner with a guide who values the integrity of the wild as much as we do.
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