While we visit traditional mezcal palenques year round, February through May we have the chance not only to see the traditional mezcal process in action but even participate in various parts of the process such as a tapada de horno (agave roast) or harvesting wild agaves. We highly recommend our overnight experiences at Rancho Los Nahuales which allow you to immerse yourself deep in the heart of mezcal country. Write to us here for more information.

Itinerary: 2 days, 1 night

Cost per person: $450 USD/8,500 MXN (Open Outing 2-6 people)

Includes:

• Personalized guide and translation (Spanish/English)

• Comfortable transportation round trip from Oaxaca City (2 hours each way)

• Visit to a traditional mezcal palenque, learning about the process and history of the mezcal of the region directly from the producing families who have been distilling their mezcal in pots for over 100 years

• Tasting of traditional mezcal made on site

• A chance to purchase mezcal directly from the producers (price not included), our help packing it for travel

• Lunch at the Ocotlán market of regional delicacies

• Visit to 2 palenques producing mezcal in a copper still

• 6 meals

• 1 night stay at Rancho Los Nahuales (double occupancy)

• Drinking water and light snacks

• Donation to future community youth center