Acatenango Day Tour

Tailor-made for those craving an action-packed day hike and an incredible trekking journey in a limited timeframe. We depart from Antigua at 5 am and bring you back at Antigua before sunset, all while enjoying a remarkable trekking experience.

Departure

Pick up at your hotel in Antigua

(4 am - 5 am)

Start Hike

Our itinerary is designed considering the average hiking times, but the actual schedule may vary depending on the group size, weather conditions, and fitness level

(5:30 am - 11 am)

Lunch

Time to enjoy your delicious meal at the summit!

(12 pm)

Descent

Time to start our descent

(1 pm - 4 pm)

Shuttle back to Antigua

Bus ride back to your hotel in Antigua

(4 pm - 5 pm)

Itinerary

Included

• 1 Meal (Lunch) Grilled Chicken, veggies and white rice.

• Local Guide (Our guides are in the process of learning English :)

• Roundtrip shuttle from Antigua

• Park entrance fees

• Basic first aid kit

What to bring

• Hygiene Kit (Toilet paper or wet wipes)

• Water (3-4L) per person

• Accessories (neck gaiter, cap & sunglasses)

• Clothing (3 layers, sweatshirt and waterproof warm jacket, leggings, and convertible pants to shorts)

• Snacks (chocolates, sweets, etc.) during the trail you will encounter stores where you can buy beers, sweets and chocolates

WE RENT EQUIPMENT

• Jacket Q25

• Headlamp Q30

• Hiking poles Q100 for the pair

• Beanie Q20

• Gloves Q10

• Backpack Q100

If you would like to modify the tour, feel free to let us know your needs and we will customize it for you.

Porters service is available, cost depends on weight (one way):

• 10-15 lbs costs Q200

• 20-25 lbs costs Q250

• 30+ lbs costs Q300

Acatenango Overnight Tour

Embark on the extraordinary Acatenango Overnight Hike, a premier adventure for those exploring Antigua, Guatemala. Standing at 3,976 meters, Volcán Acatenango is a geological marvel and the third tallest volcano in Central America. This expedition takes you to the summit of Guatemala's most picturesque volcano, providing breathtaking panoramic views of the active Fuego Volcano.

Included

• 3 Meals (Lunch) Grilled chicken, vegetables, and white rice. (Dinner) Cheese pizza with pepperoni and vegetables, accompanied by a cup of hot chocolate or tea. (Breakfast) San Martin bread with scrambled eggs and coffee or tea.

• Shared cabin with sleeping bags

• Local Guide (Our guides are in the process of learning English :)

• Roundtrip shuttle from Antigua

• Park entrance fees

• Cabin and sleeping bags

What to bring

• Hygiene Kit (Toilet paper or baby wipes)
  Water (3-4L) per person

• Accessories (2 socks, neck cover, gloves & beanie)

• Clothes (3 Base layer, waterproof warm jacket, leggings and/or convertible pants)

• Headlamp

• Snacks (chocolates, sweets, etc.) during the trail you will encounter stores where you can buy beers, sweets and chocolates

WE RENT EQUIPMENT

• Jacket Q25

• Headlamp Q30

• Hiking poles Q100 for the pair

• Beanie Q20

• Gloves Q10

• Backpack Q100

DAY 1

Departure

We pick you up at your hotel

(8 am - 8:30 am)

Start Hiking

Our itinerary is designed with average hike timings in mind, but the actual schedule may vary depending on the group size, weather conditions & fitness level

(10 am - 12:30 pm)

Lunch

Time to eat

(1pm - 1:30pm)

Hike to Base camp

During the hike, you'll experience distinct zones: farmland, tropical jungle, forest and volcanic terrain

(12:30 pm - 3:00 pm)

Welcome to Base camp

Enjoy the basecamp, breathtaking views and/or get some well deserved rest

(2:30 pm - 4:00 pm)

Departure to Fuego

At only 1.5 hours from base camp we will go watch the sunset at the summit of one of the most active volcanoes in Central America. You will be at 400 meters from the crater, where you can enjoy lava eruptions from a safe distance (this extra tour cost of $30)

(4:30 pm - 5 pm)

Dinner

Depending on your food preferences, we offer a delicious pepperoni, cheese, and vegetable pizza for dinner, accompanied by a nice cup of hot chocolate or tea. We also cater to vegetarians and vegans. Dinner is served before heading to Fuego or when we come back

(6 pm or 8 pm)

DAY 2

Day Hike to the summit

An unforgettable sunrise

(4am - 6am)

Hike back down to base camp

A quick fun slide down to base camp to have breakfast
(7am)

Hike back down

Time to leave

(8am)

Shuttle back to Antigua

Arrive in Antigua Around (12pm)

Itinerary

If you would like to modify the tour, feel free to let us know your needs and we will customize it for you.

Porters service is available, cost depends on weight (one way):

• 10-15 lbs costs Q200

• 20-25 lbs costs Q250

• 30+ lbs costs Q300

Acatenango 4x4 Overnight Tour

Begin your adventure with a comfortable ride in one of our rugged, fully-equipped 4x4 vehicles. Our journey starts as we drive through diverse landscapes, making a scenic stop at a spectacular viewpoint located at 2,500 meters. Here, you'll have the opportunity to capture breathtaking photos of the surrounding vistas.

As we continue our ascent to 3,500 meters, you'll be immersed in the natural beauty of the Guatemalan highlands. Upon reaching our base camp, a short 45-minute hike (2 km) awaits, leading you through stunning terrain to our well-appointed camp.

Once at the base camp, you can unwind and marvel at the dramatic eruptions of Fuego Volcano.

Included

• 3 Meals (Lunch) Grilled chicken, vegetables, and white rice. (Dinner) Cheese pizza with pepperoni and vegetables, accompanied by a cup of hot chocolate or tea. (Breakfast) San Martin bread with scrambled eggs and coffee or tea.

• Shared cabin with sleeping bags

• Local Guide (Our guides are in the process of learning English :)

• Roundtrip shuttle from Antigua

• Park entrance fees

• Cabin and sleeping bags

What to bring

• Hygiene Kit (Toilet paper or wet wipes)

• Water (3-4L) per person

• Accessories (neck gaiter, cap & sunglasses)

• Clothing (3 layers, sweatshirt and waterproof warm jacket, leggings, and convertible pants to shorts)

• Snacks (chocolates, sweets, etc.) during the trail you will encounter stores where you can buy beers, sweets and chocolates

• Headlamp

DAY 1

Departure

We pick you up at your hotel

(11 am or 1 pm) Depends on the Season

Start Ascent

1 hour ride and a 45 minute walk to base camp

(1:30 pm)

Lunch

Enjoy a delicious meal prepared by local women, while overlooking at Fuego volcano from base camp

(2:15 pm)

Hike to Fuego

Before sunrise we embark towards Fuego to enjoy the sunset and lava show in the dark for an additional $30

(4 pm - 7 pm)

Dinner

Enjoy a delicious pizza at basecamp and get some well deserved rest

(8 pm)

DAY 2

Day Hike to the summit

An unforgettable sunrise

(3:30 am - 5:30 am)

Hike back down to Base Camp

A quick fun walk down to base camp to have breakfast

(6 am)

Hike back down to the 4x4

Time to leave

(8 am)

Back in Antigua

Arrive at your hotel in Antigua

(9:30 am)

Itinerary

If you would like to modify the tour, feel free to let us know your needs and we will customize it for you.

An incredible experience with a top-notch team! Our guide was very friendly and professional, truly adapting to everyone's pace. The meals were good and plentiful (pizza and hot chocolate at 3,600 meters altitude are priceless!). Thanks to Carlos, Billy, and the entire team!

Cécile Bosquet

★★★★★

Refunds

• If you cancel between 72 and 24 hours before the tour, you will receive a 50% refund.

• If you cancel less than 24 hours in advance, there will be no refund.

Why these policies?

• We operate on a schedule and need to know exactly how many participants we will have to ensure we have the appropriate number of guides each day.

• We prepare the food (your lunch) and purchase the rest (dinner and breakfast) the evening before the tour.

• We prepay for the spots on the buses that take you to the volcano.

• There is a waiting list of people looking for available spots.

No exceptions.

CANCELLATION POLICY