Hiking Tour on the Pico de Orizaba Volcano

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

The Pico de Orizaba volcano is the highest in Mexico. It houses one of the last glaciers in Mexico and hides beautiful natural treasures. We have designed this hiking route so you can enjoy the incredible views of the Pico de Orizaba volcano. Our local guide will explain the flora and fauna of the place. We will visit 2 beautiful waterfalls created by the melting of one of the few glaciers that exist in Mexico, the Jamapa glacier, on the north face of the Pico de Orizaba volcano.

After the waterfalls, we will continue climbing, and you will see how nature changes. In the mountains and volcanoes, trees, flowers, animals and all of nature in general adapt to the altitude. As you go up you will see this change, until you reach the point where the trees stop growing and the sandbanks begin. In this area, you will have unique views of the top of Pico de Orizaba and its glacier, the incredible views will leave you breathless. Book with us!
This tour is NOT to the top of the volcano.

What's Included

Safety equipment
Round trip private transportation
Certified Professional Guide
Entrance/entrance: Pico de Orizaba or Citlaltépetl National Park
Breakfast
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

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

The pick up is included in this tour. We pick you up at the hotel, Airbnb, home or any landmark within the city of Puebla or Cholula. Just write the address and we'll pick you up. If you have any problems, please contact us. **We speak English**

What to expect

Enjoy the natural diversity and microclimates of the Pico de Orizaba volcano on these hiking tours that we have designed for you. The tour includes transportation, hiking poles, a local guide, entrance fees, and adventure insurance. When booking, you can choose between 3 difficulty levels:

Level 1: Glacier Waterfalls Tour (7 km, 362 m elevation gain)
Ideal for beginners, this tour takes you to two beautiful waterfalls formed by the melting of the glacier. A perfect tour for those looking for an experience in nature.

Level 2: Ascent with Natural Transition (10 km, 600 m elevation gain)
This intermediate tour begins with a visit to two waterfalls and continues ascending, allowing you to observe how the vegetation changes as you climb. From dense forests to sandy areas, the views towards the top of Pico de Orizaba and its glacier are impressive.

Level 3: Ascent to Mirador El Calvario (18 km, 3,400-4,000 masl)
This route is ideal for regular athletes. We arrive at the Mirador El Calvario, where the views of Pico de Orizaba and its valleys on the borders of Puebla and Veracruz are spectacular. The tour has a gradual ascent.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Climbing
Walking Tours
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