Pacaya Volcano Day Trip from Antigua
Overview
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5 hours
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Spend a day visiting Guatemala's most active volcanoes on this day trip from Antigua! See the impressive Pacaya Volcano up close as you hike through volcanic vegetation with your knowledgeable guide. In addition to seeing the Pacaya Volcano, you'll get to admire gorgeous views of three other nearby volcanoes: Agua, Fuego and Acatenango. This full-day experience is one you won't forget!
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Pacaya Volcano
Enjoy a full-day trip to the Pacaya Volcano from Antigua Guatemala and discover the beauty of this natural gem! Towering over 8,000 feet (2,438 meters) above sea level, Pacaya is considered Guatemala's most active volcano. After pickup from your Antigua Guatemala hotel, head southeast about 15 miles (25 km) to the base of Pacaya, where you’ll embark on a 2.5-hour hike up the volcano with your expert guide. Enjoy a mild walk to a viewing spot at the lagoon of Calderas and take in panoramic views of the Agua, Fuego and Acatenango volcanoes. Once you arrive at a plateau along the trail, marvel at spectacular views of the Guatemala landscape and see the main crater of the volcano. 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.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Professional bilingual guide
Entrance fee
Gratuities
Horseback ride
Meals
Pickup points
Camino Real Antigua
7A Calle Poniente 33B, Antigua Guatemala
Hotel Casa Santo Domingo
3A Calle Oriente No 28A, Antigua Guatemala
Options
Option 1
Pickup included
Reviews
92 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Hike was a dream - other aspects, not so much!
Starr M,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Hike was great! We had the best guide who had the perfect balance of education, reading the crowd, and allowing us to mingle with each other!! We had such clear views that day and got to roast marshmallows over an active crater! Our transportation was not great, however. Our driver got into an accident (his fault) and we had to wait around for police and emergency vehicles to come assess the other party (who was injured). Eventually we got a text from the company asking if we were ok but not being phased by anything after that initial text. For example, I mentioned my partner may have twisted his ankle upon the impact of the accident and they pretty much said "thanks for letting us know" - then they sent an alternate vehicle to get us back to Antigua but it had no seatbelts and no windows and multiple people on my trip had to call/text the company and confirm this driver was for us, as there was very poor communication! He refused to drop us at our hotel (which the other couple had gotten) and told us we had to pay more in order to go there. We obviously said no and walked back from the other spot. I informed the travel company and again, they just said "thanks for letting us know" - the hike itself was wonderful! The transportation, communication, and organization of other aspects, not so much!
Great tour
michelle238o,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had Yalr as our guide and he was very nice and accommodating. It was just my husband and I and my only complaint was the guide was walking very fast in the beginning and I had a hard time keeping up. Maybe they do that on purpose so you feel the need to ride a horse up. Either way, I’m grateful for that option!
Awesome volcano hike!
Steve S,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00One of our favorite excursions. Hiking up to the viewpoint at the base (?) of Volcan Pacaya with beautiful landscapes, and a stop on the way there from our hotel pickup to see Volcan Fuego belching smoke. At various viewpoints we could see all 3 other volcanoes and the different lava flows from recent pacaya eruptions. On the way home we drove by Volcan Agua for more great views and driving through neighboring towns. Our guides were terrific and knowledgeable and the private tour for the two of us made it all the more special. They were also patient with our hiking pace as we climbed.
A worthwhile excursion in Guatemala.
Simone C,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We really enjoyed the trip. The local guide knew a lot about volcanism and plants. The hike was strict but pleasant. Unfortunately, the view of the other volcanoes was not so good because of the many clouds.
Volcano Pacaya
damodaran r,Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Quite strenuous and steep climb, but worth the effort. Pacaya volcano and the views are terrific. Luis Pedro Larios is an excellent guide, perfectly bilingual and well informed. Don't be bashful about hiring a horse if it's too strenuous.
Very fun trip
Z6286DQjohnl,May 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Do this trip! Seeing lava flows, warming marshmallows over steam vents, fun hiking. Great guides too. The transport pickup from Antigua worked well.
Pacaya Volcano Trio
Perdomo77,Apr 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Luis, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable. We really enjoyed this trip, We learned a lot about Guatemalan landscapes. He was very patient with us and kept safe at all time. Thank you Luis for a great experience and trip!
Our guide didn’t speak...
Matthew R,Feb 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00Our guide didn’t speak much English, which was disappointing, considering that we paid for that. Feels like we missed out on a lot of information.
Scam
Andrea D,Jan 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00We were scammed into paying more for a tour that cost less than $30 a person. Do not recommend this hike as it is the same as all the other tours you will get for way less. Their customer service did nothing to resolve this issue.
Great tour up the volcano
Laura J,Jan 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My husband was under the weather so even though we would normally hike up, the horse got him through the tour. It’s about a 1 ½ hour drive to and from the volcano base and then an 1 ½ to climb on horse. It has completely unique views of the surrounding volcanoes and is so beautiful. The horses are so calm and my handler was Mariela and very kind. $40 per horse up and down. There is a lava gift shop at the top which you can pay with Q or US dollars. Reasonably priced items too. It is totally unique and I really enjoyed.
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