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Mexico City: Guided Volcano Trek with Lunch

1. Mexico City: Guided Volcano Trek with Lunch

Meet your guide, then leave the busy streets of Mexico City behind as you head out into the surrounding landscapes towards Iztaccihuatl-Popocatepetl National Park. Start off with an exploration of the lower parts of the volcanoes at the Paso de Cortes. Follow your guide as you trek through the wilderness, soaking up epic views of the volcanoes while learning about their history and activity. Walk up to the Cerro Altzomoni where you can marvel at Popocatepetl and its fumarole.  Afterwards, descend towards the Amalacaxco Ravine to see an array of native flora and fauna. Return to Paso de Cortes, then travel back to the city, stopping at a traditional market along the way for a delicious and well-deserved lunch.

Nevado De Toluca: Reach the Summit with Professionals

2. Nevado De Toluca: Reach the Summit with Professionals

You will climb the 4th highest volcano in Mexico on this tour with professional guides and all the necessary equipment provided. Admire the stunning landscapes and natural beauty of the area. The route takes you to the Summit of El Nevado de Toluca via the famous Paso del Quetzal. You will start by walking through the incredible sides of this magnificent mountain. Once you have arrived at the top, you can take in beautiful views of the woods and valleys all around. You will also be able to spot the lovely lakes inside the crater. This is a route that is definitely well worth the effort.

From Mexico City: Iztaccihuatl Volcano Hike with an Alpinist

3. From Mexico City: Iztaccihuatl Volcano Hike with an Alpinist

Depart Mexico City and spend the day touring the Izta-Popo National Park. Head to the foothills of Popocatépetl to start your hike up Iztaccíhuatl from the base of the dormant volcanic mountain. Take in the beautiful scenery and fresh air as you walk in a small group. Your own skill level will determine how high the hike will go, so you won't feel strained beyond your abilities. Popocatépetl is Mexico’s 2nd highest peak and part of the tour offers splendid views of the valley and village of Amecameca below. Marvel at the 3,700-meter high mountain of La Joya in the famous Paso de Cortés, named after the Spanish conquistadors who crossed it on their way to Mexico-Tenochtitlan in 1519.  Descend the mountain for a light lunch in the foothills to replenish your energy. Then, commence the return trip to Mexico City and reflect on the tranquility of the mountain and the miraculous wonder of nature.

From Mexico City: 2-Day Pico de Orizaba Summit Trek

4. From Mexico City: 2-Day Pico de Orizaba Summit Trek

Depart Mexico City for Tlachichuca, Puebla, where you will take 4X4 to reach the mountain hut in Piedra Grande that will serve as your accommodation for the night. Upon arrival, go on an acclimatization walk and practice using crampons and an ice axe. Return to the hut to have dinner, prepare for the ascent the following day, and get a good night's sleep. Start your trek bright and early before dawn. By the time the sun rises, you will be well-positioned to enjoy incredible views of the valleys surrounding the Pico de Orizaba. Admire the first rays of sun glinting off the stunning glacier that leads to the mountain crater. Follow the glacier to reach the summit at 5,700 meters, the highest point in Mexico and the third-highest in North America. After enjoying the views at the summit, you will descend to the hut where your transport back to Tlachichuca will be waiting for you. Once there, eat a restorative meal before returning to Mexico City.

Mexico City: 2-Day Iztaccihuatl Mountain Summit

5. Mexico City: 2-Day Iztaccihuatl Mountain Summit

On the first day of your tour, you will leave Mexico City for the Paso de Cortes. Once having arrived, you will register before proceeding to the Altzomoni Hut. You will then go for an acclimatization walk to the first pass on the mountain, before returning to the hut to eat dinner and to get an early night's rest. You will wake early on the second day, with departure for the summit scheduled for approximately 2:00AM. After 10 hours of hiking, you will be expected to arrive to the peak (5,220 meters) at around midday. Once at the peak, you will be granted with a break to enjoy the views before returning to the hut and being transported back to Amecameca for a highly-deserved hot meal.

Iztaccihuatl Guided Climb

6. Iztaccihuatl Guided Climb

Get ready for your climb and discover the beautiful countryside that surrounds this emblematic volcanic mountain. Arrive at the first pass and see the other side of the mountain, giving you magnificent views of the volcano Popocatepetl. Continue climbing to a scree slope and arrive at the third pass, passing again to the other side of the mountain where you will be able to see the city of Puebla and the impressive Pico de Orizaba, the highest point in Mexico.  Continue on the last climb to be able to reach our destination, the 100 Hut at 4,720 meters above sea level.

From Mexico City: Full Day Volcano Crater and Lake Hike

7. From Mexico City: Full Day Volcano Crater and Lake Hike

Spend the day away from the hustle-bustle of Mexico City and take in the fresh air while hiking around an extinct volcano. Leave Mexico City in the early morning and relax on an approximately three-hour drive to Nevado de Toluca National Park. Prepare for a hike full of scenic views of Nevado de Toluca and the magnificent landscape of the region.  Once arriving at the volcano, enjoy spending four hours hiking in Nevado de Toluca's crater and around its lakes. Your guides will take you along trails where you can capture the best views and take stunning photographs.

Mexico City: Ajusco Summit Experience

8. Mexico City: Ajusco Summit Experience

In order to reach one of the highest points in Ajusco, El Pico de Águila (Eagle Peak), you will begin your walk from the Alpine Youth Hostel. From there you will travel through the woods, where will be able to see the enormous pines that grow there as well as the wild life that lives there. You will later arrive to a flat area from which you can admire the summit towards which you are heading. You will continue walking towards the ridge that leads to the summit, which provides wonderful views of Mexico City along the way. Feeling the fresh air on your face and the emotion of being near the summit, you will continue upwards to arrive to the Pico de Águila. It will be up there that a delicious and well-served lunch will be awaiting you, as you recharge and relax before your descent.

From Mexico City: Fireflie Sanctuary in Tlaxcala with snacks

9. From Mexico City: Fireflie Sanctuary in Tlaxcala with snacks

Experience the magic of dancing fireflies at night and explore wooden paths while immersed in the beauty of the Mexican countryside. Admire the dance of the fireflies, which only happens for two months each year, and marvel at the natural beauty of this amazing natural phenomenon. Start the tour in Mexico City, and depart to the firefly sanctuary in Tlaxcala. Arrive at El Encanto de la Luciernaga and relax while waiting for night to fall while recharging your energy and stretching your legs. Learn about the path to follow through the forest and the local ecosystem before starting the adventure. Stroll over the paths while covered by the darkness of the night, and start the hike along the wooded path with a certified guide. Look out for organic flashes in the air caused by the magical combination of light and life that are the fireflies. Enjoy three hour surrounded by nature and the beauty of the fireflies, and walk among living stars that will fly around you, illuminating the sanctuary. Finish the tour route along the forest paths before returning to the transport to head back to Mexico City.

From Mexico City: Private Hiking Tour at Nevado de Toluca

10. From Mexico City: Private Hiking Tour at Nevado de Toluca

Meet your guide in Mexico City in the morning and go to the beautiful Nevado De Toluca, which is the 4th highest summit in Mexico.  Witness the only volcano in the country with lakes in its crater and marvel at one of the most spectacular landscapes nationwide. Enjoy the views of a surrounding national park on your way there. Once arrived explore the volcano and its twin lakes together with your guide.  Take in the spectacular scenery during a full-day adventure. After a full day of discoveries, return to the vehicle and relax on the way back to your accommodation.

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Overall rating

4.3 / 5

based on 61 reviews

This trek was one of the highlights of our trip to Mexico City! It was great to get out of town for a day. The hike was perfect— a workout, but not grueling. 7 or 8 miles and approx. 1,000 ft of climbing (starting around 12,000 ft). Fantastic scenery, especially of Popocateptl, and our guide was friendly and knowledgable.

Patient guide. Much more difficult than even an athlete would expect. Virtually no chance of strength or especially time to get to summit. Goal should be 13,000 feet. Download altimeter app. Take 64-80 ounces if water. Wrap feet heavily. Hiking shoes because you will slide on your butt a lot if rhe way down without them.

We had a great time with our guide, Alan. He was friendly and patient as we tried to get our 6 year old to the summit. My son told me repeatedly how happy he was that we had Alan as a guide. The pick up and drop off for the tour were really easy and convenient.

My guide (Marco) was excellent! Very friendly, knowledgable about the environment/history and just really fun to be with. I recommend this trip! 5*

We didn't end up summiting but our guide Carlos did a wonderful job making sure we had a great time anyway :)