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Pacaya Volcano Tour: Hike, Lava Views, Marshmallows
4.5
26 Ratings
Antigua
Join a guided tour from Antigua to Pacaya Volcano. Hike, view dried lava, and roast marshmallows on hot rocks.
Join a guided tour from Antigua to Pacaya Volcano. Hike, view dried lava, and roast marshmallows on hot rocks.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Antigua - The journey kicks off with a hotel pick-up, followed by a drive to Pacaya Volcano National Park, which takes about 1 to 1 hour and 45 minutes. Upon arrival, there’s an opportunity to stretch or use the restroom before embarking on the hike with a guide.
- Parque Nacional Volcan De Pacaya - Once there, the ascent begins with a local…
- Antigua - The journey kicks off with a hotel pick-up, followed by a drive to Pacaya Volcano National Park, which takes about 1 to 1 hour and 45 minutes. Upon arrival, there’s an opportunity to stretch or use the restroom before embarking on the hike with a guide.
- Parque Nacional Volcan De Pacaya - Once there, the ascent begins with a local guide, traversing a broad, wooded area.
Explore the trails of the volcanic region, enjoying views of other volcanoes and the local vegetation along the path. Upon reaching the plateau, admire the main crater of the volcano from afar.
Witness lava flows depending on the volcano’s activity and experience steam baths created by the heat of Pacaya Volcano. After taking in the breathtaking views of the Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango volcanoes from the summit of Pacaya, begin the descent to the base, before boarding the bus back to Antigua.
The return journey will take approximately 1 1/2 hours.
What's Included
- Roundtrip transportation from Antigua hotels to Pacaya Volcano National Park
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Roasting marshmallows in designated areas of the volcanic field
- Certified Local Guide (English 70%) (Spanish full)
- Roundtrip transportation from Antigua hotels to Pacaya Volcano National Park
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Roasting marshmallows in designated areas of the volcanic field
- Certified Local Guide (English 70%) (Spanish full)
What's Not Included
- Entrance fee to Pacaya National Park (Q100 or $14 - $15 per person) is payable in cash only
- Wooden cane (optional) - Q10 quet, ($1,5) can be rented directly in the Volcano
- Horse rental (optional) Approx. Q300 ($40) you can book with us or at the Volcano
- Entrance fee to Pacaya National Park (Q100 or $14 - $15 per person) is payable in cash only
- Wooden cane (optional) - Q10 quet, ($1,5) can be rented directly in the Volcano
- Horse rental (optional) Approx. Q300 ($40) you can book with us or at the Volcano
Additional Information
Join an extraordinary journey with our tour of Pacaya Volcano, one of Guatemala’s most active and popular volcanoes. Traverse trails enveloped by nature and volcanic rock to reach a remarkable landscape where you can walk on solidified lava and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views. This tour includes comfortable transportation and a certified local guide,…
Join an extraordinary journey with our tour of Pacaya Volcano, one of Guatemala’s most active and popular volcanoes. Traverse trails enveloped by nature and volcanic rock to reach a remarkable landscape where you can walk on solidified lava and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views. This tour includes comfortable transportation and a certified local guide, ensuring a safe and enriching experience.
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Panoramic views of other volcanoes (Volcano of Water, Fire, and Acatenango)
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Hike to Pacaya Volcano from Antigua through volcanic rocks and nature
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Roast marshmallows using the Volcano’s heat
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Chance to capture unique photos
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Licensed local guide
Location
Antigua
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(26 Ratings)
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Erika_w
Feb 16, 2026
Well worth the money - It’s a unique experience
You don’t need a horse to get you up if you’re healthy. It’s not very hard. Your shoes will get super dusty
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Faith_f
Jan 15, 2026
Do it do it do it!! - As a solo traveler that was the most fun and safe experience ever the guides are the sweetest ever. I road the horse which is 300 q or 40 usd dollars definitely worth it! The view was the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen in my life.
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Kenneth_s
Jan 9, 2026
Antigua to pecaya - Bus ride from Antigua was about 1.5 hours. We decided to take the horses up and back and made taking in the scenery amazing. Was 120 us for 2 horses up and down. Volcanoes is beautiful and sunset was amazing. All guides were super friendly and knowledgeable. Truly a beautiful experience!
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Victoriadbyrd
Dec 30, 2025
We made it--tour was all we needed! - This was a tough hike for non-hikers and two kids, but the guide made sure we stayed together and there were breaks. The marshmallows were abundant. Factor in you won't leave for awhile after being picked up and drop off will be at the square
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Christine_m
Dec 6, 2025
Magical experience above the Clouds - The hike was a good length and challenge for anyone that is moderately fit. Horses were available for those who were not. The views were breathtaking. Guide kept the group together and safe.
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Nora_b
Feb 3, 2026
No marshmallows were roasted 😂🥲 - Hike was great! A little challenging at the end but if you’re a seasoned hiker it won’t be too hard. Took off one star for the “marshmallow gimmick”. Nobody successfully roasted a marshmallow. There wasn’t enough heat to roast anything and everyone ate un-cooked marshmallows. Too many ppl in that area to even try. Think they should eliminate that part of the tour cause it was pretty pointless. View and sunset were beautiful and worth the hike.
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Katrina_r
Feb 2, 2026
My first comment will be... - My first comment will be about paying in American USD- although you will be allowed to pay in USD for your ticket(s), they will give you 7Q per dollar in change. Example being, that I overpaid by $10 USD and received 70Q in return. Also, as for the horses/taxis- if you need a horse to take you up, remember that negotiating price is acceptable in Guatemala, but be clear on your expectations of what you’re getting for that price. My friend needed a horse because she started feeling ill during the hike up but they took it away from her after we reached the peak of our climb. The walking sticks/canes that the kids sell/loan you are not a bad thing to consider either. Just some things to consider for your pocket book!
The ride to the volcano was a nice bus that sat about 25 people. It was comfortable and air conditioned! The hike was steep but definitely doable even if you are not an avid hiker/strenuous activity participant on a regular basis. Something to keep in mind is that the guides are diligent in staying on schedule and do not really afford you much time to stop and rest outside of the specific rest areas along the path. When you get to roast marshmallows, do not picture campfire s’mores- you will rest your skewer into a warm pocket in the ground and will have a soft, warm marshmallow (no burnt and crispy ones here) that is a nice treat.
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Mohamed_e
Jan 29, 2026
Great Scenery, Poorly Managed Tour - The views at the top were beautiful, but the overall experience was disappointing. The tour began with a 30‑minute stop at a coffee shop, which was not mentioned in the itinerary and felt unnecessary, cutting into the actual hiking time. The hike itself is steep, and instead of being able to pace yourself, there was constant pressure from the guide and horse providers. Every time you paused for even a few seconds to catch your breath, the guide would insist on asking if you wanted a horse, despite us repeatedly saying we would ask if needed.
While the guide explained it was his job to check on everyone, the repeated questioning made the climb stressful rather than supportive. With horses surrounding you and people persistently offering rides, it felt more like a race than a hike. The wasted time at the coffee shop could have been better spent allowing hikers to enjoy the trail at a comfortable pace.
Once away from the guide and horse providers, the hike became much more enjoyable. Everyone reached the top together, had time for photos, and appreciated the views. Unfortunately, the pressure throughout most of the hike overshadowed the experience. If you prefer a relaxed climb without feeling rushed or nagged, this tour may not be for you.
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Annie_c
Jan 21, 2026
Harder than you think, bring flashlight!!!! - The first 1.75 miles are straight up hill. Our guide paused for one announcement and one view point but seemed irritated if you needed to stop to rest outside of that or if you were going slower than the rest. They pressured us A LOT to rent horses just because we needed to rest or go slower. Like, A LOT. The guide kept judging, manipulating, and pressuring us, saying that everyone was waiting for us (not true), that it would be our fault if we took so long the group had to hike down in the dark (we waited at the top for a long time to watch the sun set all together as planned, so we were going to walk a bit in the dark anyway no matter what), and that the shuttle might not wait for us at the bottom (also a lie). When he finally stopped saying this, he still hovered over us judgmentally. It really took the enjoyment out of it.
The tour info should have asked everyone to bring a flashlight. Since waiting to watch the sun set at the top is part of the tour, the last 15-20 minutes are in utter darkness, which is really unsafe. We kept tripping over rocks and nearly falling, and the guide was way ahead leaving us behind, even though we were truly hiking down at a fast pace (nearly jogging). I had to use my phone flash light for part of it, but my phone was dying from taking so many photos.
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Kemberly_r
Jan 13, 2026
Experience - The tour was very fast, we were not all together. I couldn't walk that fast and they went ahead and we were behind. We found another group that accompanied us. I had a fall and grace to those other people nothing serious happened
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