Pacaya Volcano Hikking from Guatemala City

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Pacaya volcano is one of the many (active) located around Antigua, the former capital of Guatemala, and perhaps the most accessible. The last big eruption of Pacaya volcano was in 2010. Until 2016, it was actually possible to see lava from up close during the hike – different tour companies took different routes. During sunset hikes, as soon as it got a bit dark, the volcano could be seen throwing smoke and lava.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

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

Travelers will be picked up from their hotel and transported by minibus to the Pacaya Volcano National Park. The trails are in good condition but it is steep until you reach Pacaya on a 3.7 kilometer course. As it rises, it will pass through forests, farmland and lava. You will walk on dirt and loose ash trails, so be sure to wear sturdy shoes. At the summit, you will enjoy wonderful views of the fumaroles, which may be throwing ashes, rocks or lava. Have your camera ready to capture the eruptions, to maintain security you will be at a safe distance and out of danger. During this tour you will also have excellent views of the surroundings.

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

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Air-conditioned vehicle

Snacks

Lunch

Bottled water

Private transportation

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Pacaya Volcano Hikking from Guatemala City

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Reviews

5.00

29 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A must experience
Kareem L,,Mar 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Be prepared to hike up or take a horse. I decided to hike. Amazing experience and seeing the volcano up and being able to sit on volcano rock and admire the scene down below was a amazing. The small group I was with and or your guide was absolutely amazing. The volcano hike turned strangers friends.
A fabulous was to experience an active volcano! A must do when visiting Guatemala!
John H,,Feb 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This day trip gets five stars out of five!!! A perfect day and a terrific guide! It was a wonderful experience! The views were spectacular and the volcano was breathtaking!!!
Great guide, fun halfday trip
Chris W,,Aug 26, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Walter the guide was awesome, funny, charismatic and did a great job setting the tone and pace for the hike.
Great item at the volcano
Francis F,,Nov 30, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great experience, David was a superb guide on the hike up plus I got to eat volcano pizza and ride a horse back down
50 and daring
Antonio B,,Nov 27, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a perfect hike for me the altitude got to me and was able to get on a horse and get to the top. Did the hike down it was amazing. It was a great way to celebrate turning 50
All good!
dianakU1077NM,,Sep 14, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had a great time at Volcan Pacaya. The guide Mynor Peralta was very knowledgeable and our hike up to the top was nice and fun. He even practiced speaking Spanish with me. There were horses available to rent, but I didn’t feel the need for it and just walked up. The view at the top is amazing. Oh, and he volunteered to take some Instagram worthy pictures, total win.
Wonderful experience!! Do a horseback riding as a part of it!! So worth it!!
IrinaKnowsBetter,,May 8, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a wonderful experience it was! Wow! It was so magical to do a horseback riding all the way to the top of the volcano and enjoying breathtaking views of the mountains and volcanoes!! This trip is a must!!
Wonderful experience
afroserom,,Mar 7, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A great experience! The walk is an excellent plan to breathe some fresh air and meet at the same time. Highly recommended
Excellent !!!
julianrD1605MJ,,Jan 17, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Everything … the nature, the people, the culture, the simplicity of everything around me. Pacaya volcano was the cherry 🍒 in the top of the cake !!!
Incredible experience with amazing views!!!
Ireneusz D,,Dec 27, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The best organize team period!!!It is amazing hike with amazing people.Beautiful views and very safe trip .You just need to do it!!!!