Overview

Nature lovers and hikers will not want to miss the chance to hike up the 17,000-foot (5,000-meter) dormant volcano outside of Mexico City. As the trek involves considerable walking on uneven terrain, exploring with a guide guarantees your safety and security, and ensures you're able to ascend to near the summit for magnificent views of the Valley of Mexico.

Itinerary

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You’ll have 2 starting options

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1
Paso de Cortes
Stop: 6 hours - Admission included
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2
Iztaccihuatl and Popocatepetl National Park
Stop: 5 hours - Admission included
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3
Popocatepetl
Stop: 5 hours - Admission included
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You'll end at

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Highlights

Take a guided intermediate trek on the dormant Iztaccihuatl volcano
Comfortable transportation delivers you from your hotel to the mountain trail
See the Valley of Mexico and Popocatepetl volcano from another perspective
Escape the heat and city smog with a day in the fresh mountain air

What to Expect

Your guide collects you first thing in the morning from your Mexico City hotel. You’ll travel by comfortable, air-conditioned mini-bus two hours east to Iztaccihuatl Volcano’s base. Break for breakfast before climbing over the Paso de Cortés to La Joya, where the trail starts at an elevation of 12,000 feet (3,700 meters). From there, the 3-hour hike takes you to between 13,800 to 15,800 feet (4,200-4,800 meters), depending on the abilities of those in your small group. At your stopping point, you’ll have time to rest, snap photos and admire the view of the Smoking Mountain next door, the active Popocatepetl volcano, as well as the expansive Valley of Mexico. You’ll descend back to the bus for your return trip to your Mexico City hotel, with a stop to allow hungry hikers to buy lunch from local vendors.

Important Information

Departure Point

Hotel NH Collection Mexico City Reforma, Calle Liverpool 155, Juárez, Cuauhtémoc, 06600 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico Hostal Amigo, A, Isabel la Católica 61, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, 06000 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

Duration

11h

Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Inclusions

Professional guide
Round-trip transport by air-conditioned minivan
Entrances to the volcanoes natural park
Entry/Admission - Paso de Cortes
Entry/Admission - Iztaccihuatl and Popocatepetl National Park
Entry/Admission - Iztaccihuatl
Entry/Admission - Popocatepetl

Exclusions

Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Hiking equipment not included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Take into account that this tour implies a large amount of walking on irregular ground and it’s subject to the physical capacity of the overall group
For your own safety, follow the guidance at all times, don’t separate from the group, and don’t forget to carry water and light snacks (such as chocolates, granola bars, seeds, etc) to recharge energies
Wear appropriate gear to the mountain (tennis shoes and sandals, as well as flat-soled casual shoes or mules are not suitable for this activity)
Wear long pants (Shorts are not suitable for this tour)
The altitude can pose a problem for many people and a strong fitness level is required
Not recommended for travellers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Note: This is not a professional tour, however it is recommended good physical condition for hiking.
We do not provide hiking equipment
Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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