Pacaya Volcano Hiking Tour: Experience Guatemala's Most Visited Volcano with Scenic Views

Embark on an adventurous hiking tour to Pacaya Volcano, Guatemala’s most visited volcano. Experience scenic views, encounter lava rivers, and learn about its ecological and economic significance.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Pacaya Volcano - Embark on a journey to the most active volcano with this half-day excursion to Pacaya Volcano from Antigua Guatemala. Ascend to an elevation of 8,000 feet alongside a knowledgeable guide as you traverse the paths of the nation’s most dynamic volcano.
    Departure for the tour is from most hotels in Antigua Guatemala. The pickup time…
What's Included
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Driver
  • Hotel pickup
  • Guide
What's Not Included
  • T.I.P.S
  • Tickets
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

Discover Guatemala’s most popular volcano with a one-hour drive from Antigua, followed by a three-hour hike. Join a tour recognized by National Geographic as one of the world’s top ten most adventurous experiences. Connect with nature and learn about its impact on the region’s landscape and economy. Delight in the stunning views of the Pacific coast,…

Location
Pacaya Volcano
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Katy
Mar 18, 2025
Great fun, would recommend! - We had so much fun with Daniel, he’s knowledgeable and let us take our time up the mountain. Speaks great English and we just had a blast.
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O720rrchristopherg
Mar 12, 2025
5-Star Tour Despite Viator/Agency Errors: Thanks, Daniel! - Our tour was a resounding 5-star success, thanks to the exceptional service provided by our driver, Sergio, and our outstanding tour guide, Daniel. Daniel's extensive knowledge and passionate delivery truly brought the destination to life, making the journey incredibly engaging. Sergio's safe and reliable driving ensured a comfortable and stress-free trip. However, we encountered significant lapses in communication from Viator and the local agency. First, the agency provided an incorrect name for our driver; thankfully, the photo accompanying his ID allowed us to identify him. Second, we were not informed about the necessity of bringing warm coats or jackets, which was crucial for the mountain's climate. Furthermore, the 100 quetzales per person entrance fee was also omitted from the pre-trip information, leading to an unexpected expense. While these informational oversights were disappointing and concerning, the professionalism and kindness of Sergio and Daniel, combined with the overall beauty of the location, resulted in a truly memorable and enjoyable adventure.
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V3357utseant
Mar 11, 2025
Pacaya volcano tour - The views were good got a lot of photos. Had fun at the top your able to roast marshmallows or cook pizzas in the volcanic vents. Access to horses if you have difficulty with the hike there is a lot of elevation and steep sections.
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335malenep
Mar 5, 2025
Can recommend - Great and safe tour! We went with horses and it was the best decision I Think, if you are not an experienced hiker. Guide was very Nice too and offered good insights
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Experience787905
Feb 28, 2025
Pacaya Hike - Bonita Bonita Bonita!! Daniel was kind helpful informative and fun. We enjoyed the hike and views immensely. Five stars!
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Jasonwhenderson
Feb 23, 2025
Excellent Hike Experience - Perfect hike. Highly recommend morning, Daniel was a fantastic guide, explained the volcanic activity, surrounding area, plants and wildlife, and we had marshmallows!
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Courtneyt460
Feb 10, 2025
A wonderful experience. Fantastic driver and guide! - Everything was great, from pickup to drop off! Our driver was Victor and he was on time, safe, accommodating, and friendly. Daniel was our guide at the volcano and he was also friendly, accommodating, and knowledgable. He was patient with our pace and shared a lot of interesting info. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and highly recommend this tour!
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Cyp374
Feb 9, 2025
Fantastic! - Daniel was great! He was speedy , the pace I like , but he can slow down too. He also speaks English which was very helpful. The views were gorgeous and he allowed breaks to take pics. Be careful walking on the lava rocks!
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Daniel_c
Jan 18, 2025
The conditions were... - The conditions were great! The views were amazing and our guide Daniel was a great host for the trip. Would recommend.
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Margareth777
Dec 26, 2024
Enjoyable volcano hike - Really enjoyed our Pacaya hike, very doable hike to stretch our legs after we arrived in Guatemala. Because it is private, the guides let you go at your own pace. Many beautiful lookouts and a surprise pizza place at top where you can order a custom pizza to be cooked in a volcanic vent! And we got to roast marshmellows as well. Not too strenuous (unlike Acatenango, which we did the next day).
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