Guatemala · PACAYA VOLCANO HIKES
Pacaya is the volcano you can climb in trainers and be back for a late lunch. These 15 compare the morning and sunset departures, whether a horse is available on the steep section, and what the park fee adds on top of the price.
Hike Guatemala’s Pacaya Volcano from Antigua, see lava fields and volcano views, and warm marshmallows over natural steam vents.
“The views are great, it is worth the uphill hiking”
Review of the $23 Pacaya Volcano trek from Antigua, with hike difficulty, lava views, horse options, transport tips, and what to bring.
“This is a fantastic day trip! We selected the 6am pick up option as we hoped we would have clear skies to see Pacaya. It hadn't yet cleared up to see the view of the 3 volcanos but by the time we got to Pacaya and down into the crater, the sky cleared and we had fantastic views and blue skies. The hike is relatively easy, there are some steep parts but the group goes slow and a guide was always with the people who climbed slower. You can rent a horse for the way up and down and they looked in good condition. We were picked up right on…”
Review of the Pacaya Volcano hike from Antigua, including steep trails, lava fields, costs, horses, guides, views, and practical tips.
“it was so much fun! very informative and the guides were so kind and friendly. I sincerely enjoyed every second! 10/10 recommend.”
Ride an ATV from Antigua through Pacaya’s lava fields, volcanic sand, villages, and Calderas Lagoon on a guided seven-hour adventure.
“We had such a fantastic tour with our guides, Juan and Grace! They were so attentive, always looking out for our safety and keeping us entertained. They even took photos and videos of us as we were amazed by the beautiful Guatemalan countryside and the majestic Pacay volcano. I would definitely recommend this tour!”
Review of Pacaya Volcano tour from Antigua, with hike difficulty, guides, costs, horse rides, views, logistics, and booking advice.
“Excellent experience. Our tour guide Daniel was incredibly nice. He was right on time to pick us up from the hotel. The ride to the Volcano was a bit long, but our tour guide made it up with a pleasant conversation, providing detail information of the area. It was my first time visiting Pacaya, what an unforgettable experience. I would recommend it. My advice would be make sure to wear a nice pair of hiking boots.”
Roast marshmallows over Pacaya Volcano on a six-hour Antigua tour with bilingual guides, striking views, a steep hike, and optional horse rides.
“Such an amazing day! Guide was very knowledgeable and made it such a fun adventure!”
Review of the Pacaya Volcano day tour from Antigua or Guatemala City, with hiking details, horse options, views, costs, and practical tips.
“Our guide was kind, in time, friendly and very well informed. We really enjoyed our experience and felt very safe.”
Review of the Pacaya Volcano morning tour from Antigua, with hike difficulty, guides, lunch, views, transport, price, and practical tips.
“Description says easy and family friendly. Instead a really tough ascent and then descent. Luis, our guide, was excellent. Irvin from the park was also good. But at 74, I found it extremely challenging. Luis was excellent about stopping to rest and made a great lunch. The description on your site says hotel pickup and drop off. Old Town Outfitters said had to meet at their shop. Did Viator chat and agent said he confirmed with Old Town Outfitters that hotel pickup included. Stopped at storeday before and was told no hotel pickups. Deceptive description. Also says water provided. Again wrong..outfitters said bring 2 liters of water. Gorgeous scenery but…”
Review of Gray Line’s Pacaya hike and Kawilal thermal circuit from Guatemala City, with practical advice on fitness, costs, timing, and value.
“The hike is s very important part of this trip. That cannot be understated. But it's worth it. 10/10 would recommend. Definitely recommend bringing a speaker. Food was good. The spa at the end was necessary.”
Review of the Pacaya Volcano hike and Kawilal Hot Springs from Antigua, with practical tips on costs, fitness, guides, lunch, and value.
“Local Pacaya Volcano Guide Claudio and Gray Line driver from Guatemala City Fernando were awesome! Friendly, informative!”
Ride horseback up Pacaya Volcano, watch sunset, roast marshmallows, and eat lava-baked pizza at a private Mayan picnic near Antigua.
“Went with my 5 year old daughter, and we had an absolute blast! Communication was great from start to finish, Lori and the cowboys were very nice, helpful and knowledgeable. The only issue is that my daughter fell in love with the horse “Princess”, and she can’t take her home.”
Review of the Pacaya Volcano trip from Guatemala City, with hiking details, horse options, lava expectations, guides, price, and practical tips.
“This was a amazing trip, I was on a business trip alone and was I little concerned about going on a tour not speaking spanish. But my drive was named Nicth and the guide was a lady named Clara who I had not problem communicate with. I would highly recommend the both of them.”
Hike Guatemala’s active Pacaya Volcano with hotel transport, a certified local guide, geothermal views, horse rentals, and optional hot springs.
“This experience was amazing. I learned that the volcano erupted in 2021 and witnessed the results of such. The guide was knowledgeable and lived in the village nearby. There are options to ride horses up to and fro the base of the volcano. I would recommend this excuse for sure.”
Hike active Pacaya Volcano, see lava near the crater, then unwind at Kawilal Hot Springs with lunch from Antigua.
“Our trip and guide were wonderful. I would highly recommend that you be in good shape and to give yourself a few days to get used to the altitude before attempting this strenuous hike! The hike was hard, lunch was plentiful, but bland, the springs were amazing!”
Hike Guatemala’s active Pacaya Volcano from Guatemala City with a guide, small group, safe lava views, hotel pickup, and a 3.7 km trail.
“Great experience, David was a superb guide on the hike up plus I got to eat volcano pizza and ride a horse back down”
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