Iztaccihuatl Volcano 2-Day Hiking Tour from Mexico City

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2 days (approximately)
Offered in: Spanish

You will conquer the summit of Iztaccihuatl volcano, accomplish trekking higher than 17,000 ft. You are going to live a high altitude adventure and and admire the best views from the top of Mexico.

What's Included

Lunch (Optional[2])
Lunch
Dinner
Certified guide in WFR (Wilderness First Responder) and mountain rescue.
Helmet and trekking poles. In case of snow, crampons, harnesses and ice axes.
Winter clothing and sleeping bag.
Extra expenses such as meals not included,especial clothes.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point: Corner of Av. Vicente Suarez and Av. Michoacán opposite the market Michoacán in the colony Condesa

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Departure from Mexico City- Arrival to Camping Zone

    3 stops
  • 1
    Mexico City

    You meet all the team in Mexico City and depart towards Amecameca. At Amecameca you make a last stop, where you get snacks and other last minute supplies, then you continue on the road until you reach Paso de Cortes and La Joya. From this moment it is possible to admire in the distance the majesty of "Popo" and "Izta".

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    The adventure begins, you move towards the area where you will spend the night. You get the camp installed and start the day activities. You can go on an acclimatization hike. The guides also explain all the important and necessary security information for this experience.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    You will start the descent of the acclimatization walk towards the camp area making stops to take pictures and enjoy the landscape. Upon arrival at the acclimatisation area you will have the meal included. Rest of the afternoon free to live with the group and talk about their first sensations in the mountain. Before going to sleep, leave your backpack ready with everything you need for the next day, the day of the summit attack. You sleep early to regain much-needed energy for tomorrow.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Summit attack

    3 stops
  • 4

    You wake up at 12 am and get ready. You start hiking at 1 am with your headlamps and everything necessary to conquer the summit. It is a big challenge, a hike to a high mountain summit. You hike for around 7 hours. The trail to the summit is incredible, you are always surrounded by wonderful landscapes.

    7 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    The limit time to access the top is noon, safety is important for us. The view is incredible! The excitement of being up there has no equal. You find yourself standing on the third highest mountain in Mexico, surrounded by snow and incredible glaciers. You are now at more than 17000 fasl! What you feel in this moment is complete happiness, the best reward after this great challenge.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Mexico City

    Back in the camping zone you can enjoy some delicious "quesadillas" (not included). After packing everything, you are ready to go back to Mexico City. You return to the vans and hit the road back. You arrive to the city around 9:00 PM. This has been such an incredible adventure!

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

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 a high level of physical fitness
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