- Acatenango - Pick up from your hotel in Guatemala City and transfer to the meeting point in Antigua. Departure from Antigua will be at 8:00 a.m.
A one-hour drive takes us from Antigua to the sleepy mountain village of La Soledad. The trail up Volcan Acatenango has four distinct microclimates, each of which will take you about an hour to traverse. On our way up, we will be rewarded with fantastic views of the other highland volcanoes (Atitlan, Toliman, San Pedro, Santa Maria, Santo Tomas, Tajumulco). A fresh picnic is prepared mid-day for our group to enjoy. Hike duration will be 5 hours approx. After setting up camp, hikers are free to rest, relax and enjoy their surroundings while our guide prepares a fresh camp dinner at 3750m with hot tea and coffee.
In the morning, after an early camp breakfast, our group embarks on a 45-minute ascent to the summit. At the summit, our group will enjoy sunrise and unparalleled 360-degree views of the entirety of the Guatemalan highlands
- Professional bilingual guide with 1st-Aid certification
- High-altitude camping gear including sleeping bags, pads, and tents
- Meals provided: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Expertise from a local guide in the Community of La Soledad
- In-vehicle air conditioning for comfort
- All fees and taxes included
- Tea and coffee available
- Tips for guides
This is a two-day trek that takes you up the picturesque Acatenango Volcano to our secluded campsite, which is etched into the side of this monumental peak. From here, get ready to savor our camp cuisine, breathtaking vistas, and ample space for relaxation. In the camp, we’ll have plenty of time to appreciate the visual and auditory spectacle of nearby Volcan Fuego’s intense volcanic outbreaks. On the second day’s morning, our team will reach the climax of Acatenango (3,975 meters/12,720 feet - the third tallest volcano in Guatemala), where we’ll enjoy sweeping views from the top.
- You need to bring: • Hiking boots or trekking shoes (no sandals) • Large-capacity backpack (50L+) with rain cover • One warm layer and/or windbreaker • Rain jacket (May thru October) • Cold-weather clothing for near-freezing night-time temperatures at camp • Personal toiletries and/or medications • Camera, hat, sunglasses & sunscreen • 4 liters of water (minimum) • Flashlight
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
