6 tips for climbing the Pacaya Volcano in Guatemala

The Pacaya Volcano is located in Escuintla, Guatemala. It is considered a national park and thanks to its constant eruptions throughout history, its height has changed, although 2,500 meters above sea level have been recorded.

It erupted for the first time approximately 25,000 years ago and, after almost a century of inactivity, it was reactivated in 1996. Hundreds of locals and tourists climb the Pacaya Volcano every year, here are 6 tips to climb it in the best way:

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Recommendations for climbing the Pacaya Volcano

The ascent is considered short, in fact, a person who does little or no exercise the estimated time is 1 hour and 45 minutes, for the descent it is estimated that it takes about 1 hour.

Photograph of lava in the Pacaya Volcano with the sunset in the background

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Follow these 6 tips

This tourist attraction, located in the municipality of San Vicente Pacaya, represents a challenge, therefore, it is important to be prepared and adhere to the recommendations:

• Hire the services of a local guide: be adventurous, but with caution! Hiring the services of a local guide is essential in this type of expedition, especially if you do not know the area and the challenges it may present.

• Prepare yourself physically in advance: preparing your physical condition before going to Pacaya Volcano is an excellent idea. Hiking, especially on inclines, can be very helpful. Remember that constancy is mainly important.

• Get appropriate clothing: jeans or cotton clothes are not recommended. Keep in mind that the use of appropriate shoes for this type of experience (with cleats or hiking boots) can make the difference when it comes to avoiding injuries.

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• Carry a first aid kit: band-Aids, Advil® and TYLENOL® are three medical products that cannot be missing in a first aid kit, it should not be too big, the key is that it contains the most important things.

• Plan your meals and carry liquids for hydration: canned food, breads, fruit and snacks such as candy, seeds or bars, are the most recommended foods. Also, don't forget to hydrate before, during and after climbing the Pacaya Volcano

• Return the garbage that you generate during the tour: take a bag to put in it all the waste you generate while on the volcano. In addition to following the rules of the community, it is important to contribute to the cleanliness of this tourist attraction that is important for Guatemalans.

Photography of Pacaya Volcano in daytime

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In Travelisimo we take you to the Pacaya Volcano

Now you know, if you go to this or any other volcano, you should wear the right clothes, bring a first-aid kit, plan your meals and drinks, and return the garbage you generate to contribute to the environment and the community you visit.

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