MultiDayTourFinder

Acatenango Volcano Overnight Hike

4.9(11)2 daysAntiguaPrivate tour
1 / 7
From $250
Check availability

Length

2 days

Itinerary

2 days planned

Group

Private

Guides

English, Spanish

Overview

This overnight hike to Volcán Acatenango is our top tour, and for good reason. Climb the slopes of beautiful Acatenango to our private campsite – bench-cut into the side of this towering mountain. Enjoy freshly prepared camp meals, incredible panoramic views, and the sights and sounds of nearby Volcán Fuego’s violent volcano eruptions.

Witness the evening fireworks show from nearby and very active Volcan Fuego.

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1Day 1: Hike To Camp⌄

    Our group leaves from the Old Town Outfitters Shop at 8:00 am, where you can fill up your water bottles and purchase any additional gear you might need. A one-hour drive takes us from Antigua to the sleepy mountain village of La Soledad, perched on the ridge of the Pacific slope of Volcan Acatenango. The hike takes ~5-6 hours to basecamp, going trhough four distinct microclimates, each of which will take you about an hour to traverse. Temperate coniferous forest and tropical dry forest characterize the 3rd phase of our ascent, which will lead us to the storm-beaten tree-line of the volcano. Our campsite is perched just below the tree line with sweeping views of the Antigua valley and Volcan Fuego. 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.

    Meals: Lunch: Picnic lunch prepared with fresh ingredients, by the Old Town Guide, that will share a taste of Guatemala has to offer · Dinner: At basecamp, a well deserved dinner prepared at kitchen camp, hot chocolate, tea or coffee is available.

    Overnight: 3 PERSON / 3 SEASON TENT • 20*F / -6*C SLEEPING BAG & PAD The camp is set on first row view of Fuego Volcano eruptions

  2. 2Day 2: Summiting Acatenango⌄

    Early hike to the summit. Steep hike ~2 hours just before sunrise and last eruptions of Fuego volcano at break of dawn. Hike back to camp for breackfast and then we prepare for the decent to Soledad Village

    Meals: Breakfast

What's included

  • ✓Private transportation
  • ✓Lunch
  • ✓Dinner
  • ✓Breakfast
  • ✓All park entrance fees

Not included

  • ✕Personal toiletries and/or medications
  • ✕Hiking boots or trekking shoes (no sandals)
  • ✕Cold-weather clothing for near-freezing night-time temperatures at camp
  • ✕Backpack for your personal gear
  • ✕Camera, hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
  • ✕Flashlight
  • ✕Rain jacket (May thru October)
  • ✕TIP for great service from your Old Town guide!
  • ✕Porter Service (additional service for greater than 40 pounds)

Good to know

Cancellation: If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • A certain fitness level is required. ~5-6 hours hike on day 1

Traveller reviews

4.9(11)

Loading reviews...

Read more reviews on Viator →

From

$250

Check availability