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Ocosingo
Spend 1–2 days in Ocosingo as a jungle gateway; one night covers town sights and a day trip to Laguna Miramar or Toniná.
Ocosingo is a small city in Chiapas, the jump‑off point to the Lacandon Jungle and several Maya sites. The historic centre, churches and local markets fit a half‑day walk; add a day for a lake or archaeological visit. One night is enough unless you plan multiple jungle excursions.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- MXN
- Best months
- Nov–Apr
- avoid May–Oct (rainy season)
- Airport
- TGZ
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- Mexico ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Mexico's National Migration Institute (INM) or your nearest Mexican consulate; keep proof of your entry (stamp or digital record) until you leave.
- Mexico ↗Security advice differs by state: some governments advise against travel to parts of several states. Check your own government's advice for each region on your route.
- Mexico ↗Do not drink tap water; use bottled or filtered water and ice from reliable places.
- Mexico ↗Foreign visitors to Quintana Roo (Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Bacalar, Holbox) pay the state VISITAX online at visitax.gob.mx only; lookalike sites add fees.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Ocosingo911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ocosingo, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Mexican peso (MXN, $).Mexico-wide
- SIM or eSIMTelcel has the widest coverage; AT&T and Movistar are cheaper in cities.Mexico-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; garrafón (20-litre jugs) and filtered water in hotels.Mexico-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurants: 10–15%; check the bill for an included 'servicio'.Mexico-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 127 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Mexico-wide
- SafetyTravelers should stay in central areas, avoid night walks alone, and keep valuables secure.
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- RestroomsPut paper in the bin, not the toilet, in most places; public toilets charge MXN 5–10 (≈ under US$1).Mexico-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police · 078 Tourist assistance
- Sundays & holidaysMost museums and many archaeological sites close on Mondays; banks close on public holidays.Mexico-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportTGZ Ángel Albino Corzo International Airport (Tuxtla Gutiérrez) (about 1.5 h by road to Ocosingo).
- Getting aroundThe town is walkable; urban colectivos run short routes.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at local caféM$200
- Street or quick mealTaco de arracheraM$180–250
- Budget bedBudget hotel double, a night, per personMX$250 (≈ US$14)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per roomMX$900 (≈ US$50)
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per roomMX$1,300 (≈ US$75)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget MX$300 (≈ US$17) · Mid MX$500 (≈ US$30) · High MX$800 (≈ US$45)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TGZ Ángel Albino Corzo International Airport (Tuxtla Gutiérrez) (about 1.5 h by road to Ocosingo)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Best: Nov–Apr. Avoid: May–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest May (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C) low), wettest Jul (15 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ocosingo: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
6 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9 rd
May
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
13 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10 rd
Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7 rd
Dec
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
6 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The town is walkable; urban colectivos run short routes. For trips to Laguna Miramar (≈20 km) or Toniná (≈30 km) hire a taxi or rent a car.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Laguna Miramar
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Taxi or rent a car, about 20 km (12 mi), 30 min driveTaxi or rent a car, about 12 mi (20 km), 30 min drive
Scenic lake, good for a half‑day swim.
Toniná
goDoor to door: ≈1.5 h total
Taxi or rent a car, ≈30 km (19 mi), 45 min driveTaxi or rent a car, ≈19 mi (30 km), 45 min drive
Maya archaeological zone with large pyramids.
San Cristóbal de las Casas
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h
Colectivo from Ocosingo to San Cristóbal, about 2 h
Longer trip; consider overnight stay.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel La Casona
double rooms M$300, single M$250, free Wi‑Fi, near main plaza
Hotel Toniná
basic rooms, AC optional, quiet a few blocks from square
Hotel Ex – Hacienda La Ilusión
colonial stone building, pool, restaurant, on highway to Palenque
Casa Lobe
sophisticated boutique, M$1200, breakfast included
Hotel Zepeda
modern small hotel, AC, hot water, breakfast included
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- M$250–350 excl. bed
- Mid
- M$350–500 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel double1 × 1 night × MX$900 | MX$900 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × MX$500 | MX$1,000 |
| Colectivo from San Cristóbal (round‑trip)2 × MX$120 · check | MX$240 |
| Taxi to Laguna Miramar (round‑trip)2 × MX$250 · check | MX$500 |
| eSIM data for a week2 × MX$300 · check | MX$600 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | MX$324 |
| Trip total≈ MX$1,782 per person per day, bed included | MX$3,564≈ US$200 |
2026 estimate in Mexican pesos; flights and long‑distance buses excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at local café | M$200 |
| Taco de arrachera | M$180–250 |
| Seafood dish at El Jarocho | M$250–350 |
| ATM withdrawal feecheck | M$30–50 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Safety concerns for women and tourists; stay in well‑lit areas after dark.
- Colectivo schedules may change; confirm departure times in town.
- Some archaeological sites close early; check opening hours.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 911
- Tourist assistance
- 078
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Emergency
- Police911
- Tourist assistance078
Embassy
US consulate in Tuxtla Gutiérrez (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Colectivo Ocosingo → San Cristóbal: about M$120, 2 h (check)
- Taxi Ocosingo → Laguna Miramar: about M$250 round‑trip (check)
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (disˈkulpe)
- Gracias — Thank you (ˈɡɾasjas)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (ˈkwanto ˈkwesta)
- ¿Dónde está el baño? — Where is the bathroom? (ˈdonde esˈta el ˈβano)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ocosingo. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Apr · avoid May–Oct (rainy season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 5 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night for multiple jungle tours.
- Use a rental car for flexible lake/archaeology visits.
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