Pacaya Volcano Hike from Antigua
Description
Embark on a unique adventure with our tour of Pacaya Volcano, one of Guatemala’s most active and visited volcanoes. Through trails surrounded by nature and volcanic rock, you will reach a unique landscape where you can walk on solidified lava and admire unforgettable panoramic views, this tour includes comfortable transportation and certified local guide, ensuring a safe and enriching experience. - Panoramic view of other volcanoes (Volcano of Water, Fire and Acatenango) - Hike to Pacaya volcano from Antigua between volcanic rocks and nature - Marshmallow roast with the heat of the Volcano - Opportunity to take unique photos - Authorized local guide
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Itinerary
Our adventure begins at the pick-up from your hotel then we head to Pacaya Volcano National Park approximately 1 hour and a half to 1 hour with 45 minutes of walking, upon arrival you can stretch or go to the bath before starting the hike with your guide.
Upon arrival, the ascent begins with a local guide, walking through a wide wooded area. Walk the trails of the volcanic area, taking in views of the other volcanoes in addition to the regional vegetation along the way. When you reach the plateau, gaze at the main crater of the volcano from a distance. Observe lava based on volcano activity and some steam baths created by the Pacaya Volcano heat. After soaking up the spectacular views of the Agua, Fuego and Acatenango volcanoes at the top of the Pacaya, start the descent to the base, before taking the bus back to Antigua. The return time will be 1 1/2 hours.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
This tour is shared, please prepare in front of the agreed pick-up point a few minutes before the scheduled time, the bus can arrive a few minutes before the time or a few minutes after the time everything will depend on the traffic and directions. We offer pick up from hotels and some meeting points in the center of Antigua, please note that we do not pick up outside Antigua or in towns or municipalities next to Antigua. If you are staying at an Airbnb please send us the address to check if it is possible to pick them up there or at a nearby location. We appreciate your patience and support.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(34)
Very communicative and picked us up right outside our house. Everyone was super friendly and made it such a fun experience. Highly recommend!!
This could be difficult if you are not in a good shape or can’t run 8 miles. The men with horses walk with you anyways even if you say no, ans they know you’ll give in. Eventually most of the people in our group gave in and took the horses. They charge about Q350 from the bottom and from the middle. Walk down is easy through a different route. Make sure you are booking round trip or one way in the horse if you are planning to. The ride in the horse is fun and is easy. Keep a disposable poncho just in case as it rained heavily while we were there at the top. The guide was ok, the overall experience was good. The guide will keep looking at you to see why you are slowing down. The heat from the volcano to burn marshmallows were just warm. The drive from Antigua to Pacaya is very windy and motion sickness was there for 1-2 people. Shoes can get real dirty- keep wipes if you care. Shoes needs good grip.
Fantastic experience! Our tour guides Roberto and Lillian were informative, funny and overall great. Punctual pickup. We got poured on while walking down the volcano and even that was fun. Highly recommend
It is very steep and rocky on the way up. It was fun though and the view was beautiful at the top. We roasted marshmallows as well! I did this before Acatenango and think it helped a lot with adjusting to the altitude!
The hike was nice, if you can find another way to get there and do self paced I would do that. They rush you the entire time on the way up to get more people to rent the horses, the horses will follow you the entire way up and every time you stop for even a second they’ll be on you to rent a horse or tell you there’s more left to go than there actually is. I’m not used to altitudes that high, I would’ve appreciated being able to catch my breath without the harassment. You’re only at the top for about 10 min as well but then on the way down there is no rush at all. The dust on the way up is crazy, especially if any of the horses are in front of you. If your allergies are bad I would take something before hand or bring any protective face/nose guards.
This half-day is a nice little day hike to take as a part of your experience of Antigua, Guatemala. If you've never seen a volcano before, Pacaya is a great experience to see in person.
It's a worthwhile trip to see all 4 of Antiguas volcanos and the day we went Fuego Volcano sent out several large plumes of smoke. It's a steep ascent that takes around an hour. I rode a horse up and that was fun. The views from the top are amazing and sering Pacays lava field on the descent was also very cool. Go in the morning as you have a better chance if clear skies as clouds move in in tge afternoons
Intense hike but amazing outcome, with it. Guide kept an eye on everyone and explained the surroundings and history on the way up. Marshmallows at volcanoes vents.
It’s strenuous, bring good shoes. The lava wasn’t hot enough to cool marshmallows. I regret not taking a horse
Great activity to do solo or with a group. The tour guide was great and volcano was worth the hike. I would recommend wearing shoes you don't care about because will get really dirty.
