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By Juanito Montañas
Free cancellation available
Price is $226 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Expert guides with years of experience and certification in rope rescue.
    • High-quality equipment for your safety and comfort at all times.
    • Personalized experience with constant attention throughout the tour.
    • Experience the thrill of the high mountains with a focus on safety and enjoyment.

Activity location

    • Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatépetl National Park
    • San Nicolas de los Ranchos Municipality, Puebla, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatépetl National Park
    • San Nicolas de los Ranchos Municipality, Puebla, Mexico

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Conquer the Summit of the Iztaccihuatl volcano

  • Earn $20.35
  • Activity duration is 1 day1d
    1d
  • English
Starting time: 5:00AM
Price details
$226.14 x 3 Adults$678.42
Total
Price is $678.42

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Round-trip transportation from Mexico City
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fees to Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatépetl National Park
  • Inclusions
    Technical gear (helmet, ice axe, and crampons)
  • Inclusions
    Personalized and experienced guide
  • Inclusions
    First aid kit available if needed
  • Inclusions
    Radio communication
  • Inclusions
    Digital photo album
  • Inclusions
    Total distance: 14 km (over 2 days)
  • Inclusions
    Maximum altitude: 5,230 meters above sea level (Pecho Summit)
  • Exclusions
    No food or drinks included
  • Exclusions
    Does not include tents or sleeping bags
  • Exclusions
    Backpack porters are not included

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Baby carriages
    • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, Children under 10 years, Children under 11 years, Children under 12 years, Children under 2 years, Children under 3 ft (90 cm), Children under 3 years, Children under 4 years, Children under 5 years, Children under 6 years, Children under 7 years, Children under 8 years, Children under 9 years, People with motion sickness, People with recent surgeries, People without experience, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Your adventure to Iztaccíhuatl takes place over two exciting days. The first day begins with a leisurely hike from the base point to the mountain hut, a route surrounded by pine and fir forests, where you'll feel the change in the air as you head into the high mountains. Upon reaching the shelter, you'll have time to rest, acclimatize, and enjoy a light dinner while the sunset paints the horizon with spectacular hues.

    The real adventure begins early on the second day. At 3:00 a.m., under a starry sky, you'll set off equipped with flashlights and technical gear. The ascent in the dark is a magical experience, with the chill of the early morning and the anticipation of reaching the summit. As you go, you'll see the sunrise illuminate Popocatépetl and the surrounding landscapes.

    Every step toward “El Pecho,” the summit of Iztaccíhuatl, is a challenge that you'll overcome with the support of expert guides. On reaching the summit, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views and a unique sense of accomplishment. After savoring the moment, we'll begin the descent with breaks to hydrate and rest, wrapping up this unforgettable experience with a drop-off at the base point, full of memories and pride for having conquered the “Sleeping Woman.”

    It is important to have the right gear and clothing. Before we start, we will make sure you have everything you need. The gear you need for this trek is:

    • Appropriate clothing in a layering system (thermal, mid-layer, and waterproof layer)
    • Thermal and waterproof pants
    • Gloves, hat, and thermal and waterproof socks
    • Cold- and water-resistant hiking boots
    • Helmet
    • Trekking poles
    • 30–50-liter rucksack
    • Headlamp flashlight with spare batteries
    • Sunglasses with UV protection
    • Sunscreen
    • Sleeping bag for sub-zero temperatures
    • Insulating mat and sleeping bag for the overnight stay at the mountain hut
    • Snacks and high-energy foods (energy bars, nuts, gels)
    • Water bottles or hydration system (minimum 2–3 liters)
    • Crampons and ice axe
    • Gaiters (optional)
    • Emergency thermal blanket

    This adventure is much more than a climb; it's a transformative experience that will connect you with the grandeur of nature and your own inner strength.

Location

Activity location

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    • Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatépetl National Park
    • San Nicolas de los Ranchos Municipality, Puebla, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatépetl National Park
    • San Nicolas de los Ranchos Municipality, Puebla, Mexico