Wonderful view - It is a very nice experience, a little tired but nothing serious, bring water and something to eat. Footwear is very important to be the right one for the type of road. When you are upstairs you enjoy the view of Pacaya Volcano.

Pacaya Hike - This tour was fantastic! If you can, I would highly recommend requesting Alfonso as your guide. He was very knowledgeable and accommodating.

Enjoyable hike with Alfonso! - Our guide Alfonso was very knowledgeable about the history of the volcano and surrounding towns. He was patient as we did our climb and made our experience very enjoyable! I would recommend hiking books as there is quite a bit of sandy terrain and rocky once you get to the top. Hike is difficult but very doable

Smooth trip with great guide - Smooth trip. Guide was on time and took the time we needed on the trail. He was also good with our kids and showed pictures along the way. Thank you Alonso for a great day on the Volcano!

Fun Family activity! Daniel was amazing and treated us like family. - Daniel was amazing! He made us feel comfortable the entire time. It was nice to never feel rushed and being able to enjoy the experience. He is also a top tier photographer! His photos of us turned out amazing.

Picaya - A Beautiful excursion from Antigua - We did Picaya in October 2025, and I would highly recommend to anyone visiting Antigua. Our guide Alfonso did a great job all day. He picked us up at our hotel at exactly at the planned time of 7am. From there it was about a 1 to 1.5 hour drive to Picaya. Very pleasant, and Alfonso chimed in along the way with bits of history and information. Upon arrival to Picaya we used the bathroom (free), and paid our entrance fee (50 quetzales per person) and started our few mile hike up the Volcano. The trail at times can be a bit rocky. I would recommend hiking boots or trail runners. The hike is a solid moderate for people in average fitness shape. If you are not in the best shape it can be a challenge but you can still do it! There are plenty of breaks and you can also take a horse if needed. There are plenty for hire along the start of the trail. Also plenty of stands along the way to buy water/snacks. The hike offers amazing views that just get better and better as you go up. We actually saw Feugo eruption cloud in the distance. At the top you can actually see all the way to Guatamala City. Once you wrap around to Picaya near the top there is also a great little gift shop. No pressure to buy just very unique. At the top top, We got to “roast” marshmallows in a vent. Really surreal experience to get to hike through basalt lava flows and see the beautiful green vegetation contrast and the purple and orange wild flowers. Very stunning. Alfonso also showed us photos he took of previous eruptions taken from the same spot we were standing. Really cool. Overall just a beautiful, surreal hike. Dont sleep on the downhill part, its rocky and you get tired, watch your footing. Approximate timing: 7am - pickup 8:30 - arrive Picaya 10-11 - reach top of hike 1230 - back to van 2pm - back at hotel. Weather wise we got lucky. Mostly warm with mix of sun/clouds. Great breezes to cool us along the way. We started with packable jackets but quickly took them off. Only a quick light rain shower right when we reached the van. Would recommend Picaya to anyone visiting Antigua and everything went really smoothly with mb guatameya tours. If you are lucky you will get Alfonso for a guide!

Thank you Alfonso! - Alfonso was an amazing guide. He is so personable and very patient. We got the amazing opportunity to talk to Alfonso, in between fighting for my life (I am out of shape). I really appreciate how open he is, how willing he is to answer all our questions, and how patient he was when going up and down. I have a disability that affects my balance, and I was able to conquer this hike! I highly recommend looking out for Alfonso. If you’re ever in Guate, call him !!

Highly Recommend This Tour - Our guide was awesome! He was super knowledgeable and patient with us as we slowed down on the inclines. He also took amazing pictures for us. Overall, I would definitely come again for the incredible views and the friendly, helpful staff.

Amazing Pacaya Memory - This was a great trip to Pacaya. The hike was great and though not challenging still exciting and a fun adventure. Alfonso was a wonderful guide. Enjoyed getting to the top and having pizza and marshmallows !

Great views, yummy pizza - Alfonzo was the best tour guide. Views at the top and along the way were amazing! Pizza was delicious. Path was moderate level if you don’t hike often, but not too bad.