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Iztaccihuatl Volcano Hiking Tour from Puebla

By Qué Loco! Tours
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Exceptional
Price is AU$260 per adult
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Features

  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Izta Popo National Park has 2 volcanoes in one place. We have designed hiking trails so you can enjoy the incredible views of the dormant Iztaccíhuatl volcano and the active Popocatépetl volcano. Our local guide will explain the flora and fauna of the place. It lives and breathes the pure air at about 3,600 metres and 4,300 metres. It is an excellent place to share a wonderful experience alone, with friends or family. The tour includes return transport.

Choose from:
Level 1. The hike begins at about 3,600 metres above sea level and ends at 3,980 metres above sea level. The trail is marked sandy. The total is 8 - 9km approx of which 4km are moderate climb and 4km descent.
Level 2. The total is 14km of which 4km are climbed and the rest descended with few metres of moderate climb. The trail is marked mostly sandy with outbound view of the Izta and return view of the Popo
Level 3. It is a 7km hike at an altitude of between 4,000 and 4,500mnm where there will be sand, stone.

Activity location

  • Paso de Cortes
    • Amecameca, Estado de Mexico, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Paso de Cortes
    • Amecameca, Estado de Mexico, Mexico

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Level 1 – Easy

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Begineer: Distance: 8–9 km
Elevation: 3,600 – 3,980 m above sea level
Elevation gain: 380 m

This hike takes us to a scenic viewpoint between the two volcanoes, where you can enjoy spectacular views of Iztaccihuatl and Popocatépetl.
Pickup included

Starting time: 6:00 AM
Price details
AU$259.85 x 2 AdultsAU$519.70
Total
Price is AU$519.70

Level 2 – Moderate

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

More distance : Distance: 13 km
Elevation: 3,600 – 3,960 m above sea level
Elevation gain: 360 m

On this hike we visit a waterfall and springs
Pickup included

Starting time: 6:00 AM
Price details
AU$259.85 x 2 AdultsAU$519.70
Total
Price is AU$519.70

Level 3 – Moderate to Advanced

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Moderate to Advanced: Distance: 7 km
Elevation: 3,900 – 4,500 m above sea level.

This is a higher-altitude hike on the volcano Iztaccihuatl. The terrain includes volcanic sand and loose rocks.

Helmets are included.
Hiking boots are recommended.

Recommended for travellers with a very good level of physical fitness.
Pickup included

Starting time: 6:00 AM
Price details
AU$330.32 x 2 AdultsAU$660.64
Total
Price is AU$660.64

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Accident insurance
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    Safety equipment
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance fee to Iztaccihuatl-Popocatépetl National Park
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    Professional Local Guide
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    Hotel pick-up and drop-off included
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Breakfast

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Paso de Cortes

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
We offer three different hiking routes with varying levels of difficulty. You can choose any of the three options. All routes have been carefully designed so you can enjoy the incredible views of the surrounding volcanoes throughout the hike.

Iztaccihuatl and Popocatepetl National Park

  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
On this tour you can choose between three hiking levels: Level 1 In this route we hike on established trails towards Iztaccihuatl. It is a pleasant and scenic hike that leads to a viewpoint where you can admire the beauty of Iztaccihuatl and Popocatépetl. Distance: 9–11 km Elevation: 3,670 – 4,000 m above sea level Elevation gain: 330 m Level 2 This route passes through spring areas and forest, offering beautiful landscapes typical of Iztaccihuatl-Popocatépetl National Park. Parts of the trail are less defined and include sections off trail through grasslands and uphill terrain. Distance: 14.5–15 km Elevation: 3,670 – 4,100 m above sea level Elevation gain: 580 m Level 3 This hike takes place at higher altitude, where the views become more panoramic. The terrain includes rocky trails, volcanic sand, and steeper slopes. This route is known as the “Portillos Route”, where we reach the second or third portillo depending on weather conditions. Distance: 7 km Elevation: 3,900 – 4,300 m above sea level Elevation gain: 420 m

Location

Activity location

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    Paso de Cortes
    • Amecameca, Estado de Mexico, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Paso de Cortes
    • Amecameca, Estado de Mexico, Mexico

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