Private Pacaya Volcano Hike & Optional Pizza Experience

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

This private Pacaya Volcano tour offers a flexible and comfortable way to explore one of Guatemala’s most active volcanoes. You'll hike at your own pace with a knowledgeable local guide, while supporting community-based tourism. Along the way, you’ll enjoy panoramic views and a dramatic volcanic landscape. At the top, there’s also the chance to meet David, a well-known local who bakes pizza using the heat of the volcano. With private transportation and personalized attention, this experience is designed to be both memorable and low-stress.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Private tour
Bases in Q100.00 per person
Local bilingual guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Round-trip private transfer (Antigua-Pacaya-Antigua)
Personal expenses
OPTIONAL - Wooden walking sticks can be rented at the park entrance from local community members Q10
Horse rental optional; arranged directly with locals and not included in the tour. Q300.00 RT

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Important: We do not provide pickup from areas outside the central zone, such as El Hato, Santa Ana, San Bartolomé Becerra, Ciudad Vieja, San Juan del Obispo, San Pedro Las Huertas, Santa Inés, Santo Domingo del Cerro, Antika, or San Pedro el Panorama.

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Meeting point
Café La Parada

If you choose the meeting point option, please be ready 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time at Café La Parada, located in front of La Merced Church. The driver will ask for your name to confirm you’re boarding the correct vehicle.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from Antigua to the base of the Pacaya Volcano. Upon arrival, you'll meet your local guide and begin the 1.5-hour hike through lush forest trails and volcanic landscapes. Along the way, you’ll enjoy incredible views of nearby volcanoes and the opportunity to walk on cooled lava fields from past eruptions.

At the top, you’ll experience breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and volcanoes. After a short break, you’ll descend back to the starting point. On some departures, you’ll also have the chance to roast marshmallows over geothermal vents or visit the famous Pizza Pacaya oven (check availability in advance).

This experience is ideal for adventurous travelers looking for a unique volcanic hike, with morning departures recommended during the rainy season for better weather conditions.

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult (Children from 4 years up)
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Cancellation Policy

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

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