2-Day Shared Hiking Tour to Acatenango Volcano from Antigua
Join us on an unforgettable journey up Acatenango Volcano, the third-largest in Guatemala! Day 1 entails an exhilarating hike covering 80% of the volcano's terrain, lasting around 6 hours. Witness the awe-inspiring eruptions of Fuego Volcano as you warm up by the campfire at base camp. At night, opt for an optional tour to get up close to Fuego's eruptions (additional cost applies).
Day 2 begins with an early rise at 3:30 am to conquer the remaining 20% of the volcano, reaching the summit in 1.5-2 hours to catch the mesmerizing sunrise. After breakfast at base camp, begin the descent, arriving in Antigua by 1:00 pm. Don't miss this thrilling adventure and the chance to witness nature's power firsthand!
Note: This tour includes climbing Acatenango Volcano. You can opt for a tour to Fuego Volcano for Q300.00 per person, payable in cash to the local guide. Note that this is not part of the standard itinerary, so we don't provide any guarantee or insurance for this additional activity.
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2-Day Shared Hiking Tour to Acatenango Volcano from Antigua
What's included in 2-Day Shared Hiking Tour to Acatenango Volcano from Antigua
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Day 1 | Hike and Camping at the Volcano
Antigua
Acatenango Volcano
Acatenango Volcano
Food and Drinks
Accommodation
Day 2 | Summit of Acatenango Volcano & Return to Antigua Guatemala
Acatenango Volcano
Antigua
Food and Drinks
Inclusions
- gloves, hat and cold weather jacket
- Local tour guide
- All camping equipment including sleeping bag, comfortable mattress, & cabin type dome
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- All Volcano Entrance Fees
- headlamp
- Hot chocolate and coffee
- Gratuities
- Visit to Fuego Volcano. It has a cost of Q300 per person and you pay it directly to the local guides
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- 4 liters of water (minimum)
- Rain jacket
- One warm layer and/or windbreaker
- Snacks, camera, sunglasses & sunscreen
- Cold-weather clothing for near-freezing night-time temperatures at camp
- Hiking boots or trekking shoes (no sandals)
- Personal toiletries and/or medications
- Large-capacity backpack (50L+) with rain cover. You'll receive food, water bottles, and utensils to pack in your backpack for added comfort during your stay at the base camp. All camping gear, including sleeping bags, will be waiting for you at the base camp. You'll only need to bring the items mentioned above.
- Please be aware that this is a shared tour, which may result in a slightly extended pick-up time of 30 to 45 minutes. We kindly ask that you be prepared at the scheduled pick-up time to ensure a prompt departure and avoid inconveniencing fellow passengers. Thank you for your cooperation!
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Our tour staff will meet you at Café Condesa (exact address: La Casa del Conde, Avenida Norte 5a, Antigua Guatemala) in the Central Park surroundings, or you can check it out on Google Maps