Guatemala · Hiking

Hike Active Pacaya Volcano Private Tour

6 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Guatemala City. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private hike to active Pacaya Volcano
  • 02 See lava coals and the smoking cone
  • 03 Enjoy views of other volcanoes
  • 04 Easy-to-moderate volcano hike from Guatemala City
  • 05 Private transportation and entrance fee included
  • 06 Led by a certified local guide
  • 07 Suitable for families and solo travellers

Take on one of Guatemala’s most accessible volcano hikes on this private adventure to Pacaya Volcano from Guatemala City. Ideal for families and solo travellers alike, this experience offers the chance to walk on volcanic terrain, get close to lava coals and the smoking cone, and enjoy views of surrounding volcanoes.

With private transportation, entrance fees, bottled water, and a certified local guide included, this 6-hour tour makes it easy to experience one of the country’s most memorable natural highlights in a comfortable and personalised way.

Ideal for families and solo travellers alike, this experience offers the chance to walk on volcanic terrain, get close to lava coals and the smoking cone, and enjoy views of surrounding volcanoes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Guatemala City
Languages English, Spanish

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Guatemala City. 1 city · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Bottled Water
  • Private transportation
  • Entrance Fee to the Pacaya Volcano
  • Certified local guide by The Guatemalan Tourism Board Comission

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Optional horse rental to take you to the top (Q250 one way)

Know before you go

  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date.
  • Hotel pickups commence prior to this time

    Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
  • We pick up all travelers at the motor lobby of their hotel or accommodation in Guatemala City

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Guatemala City.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Guatemala City.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Guatemala City..

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