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Lava flows on Pacaya volcano
Smouldering lava fields at Volcano Pacaya
Molten lava flows at Volcano Pacaya, Antigua Guatemala

Pacaya Volcano Hike

Your tour will start with a transfer of approximately one hour from your hotel in Antigua to the foothills of the active Pacaya volcano.

The hike will begin with a fairly strenuous trek through pine forest up to the more tricky volcanic ash section. Due to a recent eruption, you can no longer walk to the crater but you will experience the sulfur smoking cone. Occasionally, you can see small eruptions and lava flow depending on the activity of the volcano. There are fantastic views to the northern volcanoes throughout the entire hike.

On your way down, you will stop to enjoy a picnic lunch, and admire the views of the volcano before returning to the base for your transfer back to your hotel in Antigua. The total tour will normally last from 8am to around 4.30pm. You will be part of a small group so there may be other pick-ups and drop-offs at other hotels.

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Photos of Pacaya Volcano Hike

  • Lava flows on Pacaya volcano
    Lava flows on Pacaya volcano
  • Molten lava flows at Volcano Pacaya, Antigua Guatemala
    Molten lava flows at Volcano Pacaya, Antigua Guatemala
  • Pacaya volcano, Guatemala
    Pacaya volcano, Guatemala
  • Volcano Pacaya in the mist
    Volcano Pacaya in the mist
  • Views from Pacaya of volcanoes Fuego, Acatenango & Agua.
    Views from Pacaya of volcanoes Fuego, Acatenango & Agua.
  • Hot lava flows at Pacaya volcano
    Hot lava flows at Pacaya volcano
  • Molten lava flows at Volcano Pacaya, Antigua Guatemala
    Molten lava flows at Volcano Pacaya, Antigua Guatemala
  • Lava flowing down Pacaya Volcano
    Lava flowing down Pacaya Volcano

Other experiences in Antigua

These activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences around where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can suggest tours and activities that will introduce you to the local ways of life.

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Experience it for yourself

You can enjoy this activity as part of the suggested tours below, or we can weave it into a trip shaped entirely around you.