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- German
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- Spanish
What sets this experience apart is the personalized approach: Based on your summit goals, fitness, and experience, we will collaboratively select the ideal route for your acclimatization. Every aspect of the tour is curated to help you build endurance, adapt to altitude, and gain the skills and knowledge needed for higher mountains.
This is more than just a hike—it’s an opportunity to train like a mountaineer, receive expert guidance, and gain confidence in your abilities before tackling major high-altitude peaks.
Book this exclusive private experience and take the next step toward your mountain adventure with safety, preparation, and results in mind.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is flexible — we can pick you up at a point of your convenience in CDMX. From the city center, it takes about 1 hour to reach the trailhead. Exact departure times will be coordinated with you to ensure a smooth start to the hike.
What to expect
This hike is perfect for adventurous travelers, nature lovers, photographers, and anyone training for higher mountains in Mexico or abroad. It’s challenging but accessible: expect steady climbing, open ridgelines, pine forest, and fresh mountain air.
We go at a comfortable pace and take breaks — the goal is to enjoy the day, not rush.
What to Expect:
Pickup at a convenient spot in Mexico City.
About 1-hour drive to the trailhead
Forest trail warm-up + steady ascent. Devil’s Backbone ridgeline section (fun, exposed, not technical)
Summit views over CDMX, Popocatépetl & Iztaccíhuatl
Drive back to the city (optional stop for quesadillas)
Distance: approx. 8 km (round-trip)
Elevation gain: 760 m
Duration: 7-8 hours total (hiking time 5-6 hours)
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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