Hike up the side of a dormant volcano with the help of an expert mountain guide. Marvel at the high-altitude vistas. Test yourself and experience thrill at new heights.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 8 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English
- Pickup included
- The guide will meet you in the lobby of your accommodation.
- Private group
Experience
Highlights
- Gaze out over panoramas only visible from the stunning volcanic heights
- Learn about endemic flora and fauna
- Rise to 14,842 feet above sea level
Full description
After pickup from your accommodation in Puebla, head out towards Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatépetl National Park. After 2 hours, you’ll arrive at La Joyita, where you’ll register with officials and gain a better understanding of the route via a scale model of the volcanoes. From there, you’ll continue driving to La Joya, 13,133 feet above sea level, and the main parking area for volcanic exploration.
Begin your hike, climbing to the first scenic viewpoint at 13,914 feet above sea level. Gaze out across the breathtaking vista before climbing even higher, to 14,340 feet, where you’ll pause again, finally ending your hike at an unbelievable 14,842 feet above sea level. Break for lunch, taking in the otherworldly views. Afterwards, you’ll descend back to the parking lots, before heading back to your accommodation.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guide
- 1 8-ounce water bottle
- 1 energy bar
- Coffee or tea
- Trekking sticks
- Food and meals
- Drinks
Not suitable for
- Children under 13 years
- People with back problems
- People with mobility impairments
- People with heart problems
- People with respiratory issues
- People over 264 lbs (120 kg)
Covid-19 precautions
You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- You are required to bring and wear a mask
- You must fill out a travel information form
- You will receive a mandatory temperature check
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What to bring
- Food and drinks
- Water
- Long pants
- Waterproof shoes
- Daypack
Not allowed
- Jeans
- Shorts
- Sleeveless shirts
- Sports shoes
Know before you go
- Please wear hiking boots; tennis shoes will not be acceptable for this hike