Iztaccihuatl Volcano Hike with Alpinist Guide
by Amigo Tours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$336Overview
This full-day hiking tour near Mexico City takes about 11 hours and is led by an alpinist guide. The tour starts with a morning trip to La Joya in the Paso de Cortés, a historic mountain pass where Hernan Cortés crossed in 1519 on the way to Mexico-Tenochtitlan. From there, the hike begins in the Iztaccihuatl and Popocatepetl National Park, starting at an altitude of 3,990 meters. Depending on the group's fitness, the hike ascends to either 4,200 or 4,350 meters. Along the trails, participants will see changing landscapes including seasonal snow and diverse local plants and animals. The area offers views over the Valle de México, and weather permitting, panoramic views of the volcanoes are visible from Parque Nacional Izta-Popo. The tour includes round-trip transport and entrance fees to the volcanoes' natural park. Hotel pickup is available if the private option is selected. Food, drinks, and hiking equipment are not included. The pace of the hike varies with the physical condition of the group. The tour may be changed or canceled due to poor weather conditions. Children under 16 years old are not allowed to join. Participants must carry proper mountain gear and present valid passports or proof of legal stay in Mexico.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Iztaccihuatl and Popocatepetl National Park
The hike begins at 3,990 meters altitude. Depending on the group's fitness, the ascent reaches either 4,200 or 4,350 meters. During the hike, participants can take photos of the surrounding volcanoes.
240 min
La Joya
The group arrives here by transport. This is the starting point of the hiking tour.
Paso de Cortes
The day starts early with a trip to La Joya in the Paso de Cortés, named for the route Hernan Cortés took in 1519. The hike passes through changing landscapes from snow-covered areas to diverse local flora and fauna. The area is quiet and offers views over Valle de México. This section lasts about 20 minutes.
20 min
Parque Nacional Izta-Popo
If weather permits, participants can see panoramic views of the volcanoes during the hike that begins here.
Meeting point
Meet your guide at the Amigo Tours Downtown Meeting Point at 6:20 am.
End point
Meet your guide at the Amigo Tours Downtown Meeting Point at 6:20 am.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Iztaccihuatl Volcano Hike with Alpinist Guide
by Amigo Tours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$336Overview
This full-day hiking tour near Mexico City takes about 11 hours and is led by an alpinist guide. The tour starts with a morning trip to La Joya in the Paso de Cortés, a historic mountain pass where Hernan Cortés crossed in 1519 on the way to Mexico-Tenochtitlan. From there, the hike begins in the Iztaccihuatl and Popocatepetl National Park, starting at an altitude of 3,990 meters. Depending on the group's fitness, the hike ascends to either 4,200 or 4,350 meters. Along the trails, participants will see changing landscapes including seasonal snow and diverse local plants and animals. The area offers views over the Valle de México, and weather permitting, panoramic views of the volcanoes are visible from Parque Nacional Izta-Popo. The tour includes round-trip transport and entrance fees to the volcanoes' natural park. Hotel pickup is available if the private option is selected. Food, drinks, and hiking equipment are not included. The pace of the hike varies with the physical condition of the group. The tour may be changed or canceled due to poor weather conditions. Children under 16 years old are not allowed to join. Participants must carry proper mountain gear and present valid passports or proof of legal stay in Mexico.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Iztaccihuatl and Popocatepetl National Park
The hike begins at 3,990 meters altitude. Depending on the group's fitness, the ascent reaches either 4,200 or 4,350 meters. During the hike, participants can take photos of the surrounding volcanoes.
240 min
La Joya
The group arrives here by transport. This is the starting point of the hiking tour.
Paso de Cortes
The day starts early with a trip to La Joya in the Paso de Cortés, named for the route Hernan Cortés took in 1519. The hike passes through changing landscapes from snow-covered areas to diverse local flora and fauna. The area is quiet and offers views over Valle de México. This section lasts about 20 minutes.
20 min
Parque Nacional Izta-Popo
If weather permits, participants can see panoramic views of the volcanoes during the hike that begins here.
Meeting point
Meet your guide at the Amigo Tours Downtown Meeting Point at 6:20 am.
End point
Meet your guide at the Amigo Tours Downtown Meeting Point at 6:20 am.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.