Acatenango Camping Hike

Night climbing (camping) to the Volcano Acatenango

2 DaysAdventure · High DifficultyAntigua Guatemala

Overview

Prepare for an extraordinary trip to the Acatenango Volcano, the third highest in Guatemala. On this guided tour you will be able to camp at the top of the volcano after climbing during the day, to enjoy an incredible sunrise the next day.

Itinerary

Day 1

Departure from the meeting point, Café Condesa in the Central Park.

You will arrive at "La Soledad" where it will be the starting point of the walk.

Lunch en route.

Arrival at base camp, where the domes will be installed for six people.

Dinner around the campfire.

Stargazing and view of the erupting Fire Volcano (if conditions allow).

Day 2

Wake up early to ascend to the summit and watch the sunrise.

Final climb to the summit of the Acatenango Volcano.

Breakfast at the summit.

Descent to base camp.

Start of the descent towards the starting point.

Transportation back to the meeting point in Antigua.

What's Included

Lunch
Hot Drinks
Gear (gloves, jacket, hat)
Dinner
Local Guide
Accommodation in a Cabin or Dome
Breakfast
Round Trip Transfer

What You Will See & Do

View Of The Volcano Of Fire
Sunrise at the Acatenango Volcano
Climbing and camping in Volcano Acatenango

What to Bring

Coat
Binoculars
First aid kit
Thermal blanket
Sun Protection (sunscreen, hat, etc.)
Snacks
Sunglasses
Walking Shoes
Insect repellent
Rain protection (umbrella or raincoat)
Lantern
Sleeping bag
Bottle of water
Comfortable clothes
Cash for additional purchases and/or food

Information

Mandatory to have adequate clothing for climbing
Coats and climbing gear available for an additional price
We'll give you all 3 meals before the walk begins.
If you want to go to the fire volcano is an extra price of Q200.00
If you're a vegetarian, let us know days before the tour.

Starting Point

Antigua Guatemala

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