Embark on a guided trek to the Pacaya Volcano, where you will see the stony ashes and lava at the summit. Admire the views of the surrounding lowlands and forests.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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Duration 7 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: Spanish
Pickup included: Wait in the lobby of hotels, or infront of Coffe place, The driver will pick you up at the scheduled time by shared minivan, may will be first or last picked you up.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Sophia – United Kingdom

This is a fantastic day trip! We selected the 6am pick up option as we hoped we would have clear skies to see Pacaya. It hadn't yet cleared up to see the view of the 3 volcanos but by the time we got to Pacaya and down into the crater, the sky cleared and we had fantastic views and blue skies. The hike is relatively easy, there are some steep parts but the group goes slow and a guide was always with the people who climbed slower. You can rent a horse for the way up and down and they looked in good condition. We were picked up right on time and dropped off exactly at 1pm. Really well organised and enjoyable tour. Carlos and Leslie were fantastic guides! It was a little chilly at times so I would recommend bringing a jacket.

roger – United Kingdom

The trip was great, on time, transport good, guide excellent, walking at pace to suit everyone and knowledgeable and friendly, highly recommend the trip

Itinerary

17 pickup location options:
Hotel y Restaurante La Sin Ventura, Hotel Posada Los Bucaros, Camino Real Antigua Guatemala, Adra Hostel, Hotel Posada San Pedro, Casa Buena Vista, Hotel las Camelias Inn by AHS, Café La Parada, Tropicana Hostel, Yellow House, Porta Hotel Antigua, Hostel Selina Antigua, Hotel Convento Santa Catalina by AHS, Hotel Casa Santo Domingo, Ojala Hotel, Why Not Hotel, Hotel Posada de Don Rodrigo Antigua
Van
(1 hour)
Pacaya Volcano
Break time, Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking (4 hours)
Van
(1 hour)
17 drop-off locations:
Adra Hostel, Ojala Hotel, Camino Real Antigua Guatemala, Hotel y Restaurante La Sin Ventura, Hostel Selina Antigua, Hotel Posada de Don Rodrigo Antigua, Why Not Hotel, Yellow House, Hotel Convento Santa Catalina by AHS, Hotel Posada San Pedro, Hotel Casa Santo Domingo, Porta Hotel Antigua, Casa Buena Vista, Café La Parada, Tropicana Hostel, Hotel las Camelias Inn by AHS, Hotel Posada Los Bucaros

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Enjoy stunning views from the summit of Pacaya
Hike through wonderful pine forests
Marvel at red-hot lava flowing
Enjoy hiking to the summit accompanied by a guide

Full description

Walk for 2 hours to the summit of Pacaya Volcano and enjoy stunning views. Leave from Antigua for a 1-hour bus journey to the volcano's base before immediately starting your 2-hour trek with your local guide.

Hike through wonderful pine forests up to the trickier volcanic ash section and finally to the sulfur smoking cone. On occasion, you can even see small eruptions and lava flowing, depending on the activity of the volcano.

From the summit, you can enjoy great views of the nearby volcanoes, Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango, the pacific lowlands, and all the way to El Salvador. To ensure your safety you won’t be able to visit the crater, but you will get an amazing view of red-hot lava flowing and steam baths created by the heat of Pacaya.
Take a break and relax here as you take in more scenic views before hiking back to the base of the volcano, from where you will transfer back to your accommodation.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Roundtrip transportation
Local guide
Marshmallows to roast on the volcano

Entrance fee (Q. 100.00 per person)
Food

Not suitable for

Pregnant women
People with mobility impairments

Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Camera
Water
Cash

Not allowed

Pets
Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

Those below the age of 4 and above the age of 80 are not allowed on this tour for safety reasons

From Antigua: Pacaya Volcano Trek