Pacaya Volcano Travel Information - Activities, Tour and Experiences | Apr 2025

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Pacaya Volcano

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Things to do near Pacaya Volcano

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Pacaya Volcano Hike (half-day)

This tour provides a unique, up-close experience on the slopes of an active volcano! The two hour climb will surely leave you a bit breathless, but the views are worth it.

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Full Day Pacaya Volcano Guided Trek from Antigua

Hike through wonderful pine forests up to the trickier volcanic ash section and finally to the sulfur smoking cone. On occasion, you can even see small eruptions and lava flowing, depending on the activity of the volcano.

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Pacaya Volcano Excursion from Guatemala City

Today visit Pacaya Volcano, one of  Guatemala’s 33 volcanoes, located between the departments of Escuintla and Guatemala.

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Hike to Pacaya Volcano from Antigua

Pacaya is one of the most active volcanoes in Central America, easily accessible with a height of 2,552 meters above sea level.

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Shuttle Pacaya Volcano from Antigua

Enjoy the sunsetYour friendly guide will pick up you at your indicated hotel to board the vehicle and begin the 1 and 30-minute drive to reach the San Vicente village.

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Pacaya Volcano Tour from Antigua Guatemala

Our Pacaya Volcano tour offers an accessible and exciting adventure, perfect for explorers of all levels. Walk along a path surrounded by spectacular scenery and petrified lava, enjoying panoramic views of other volcanoes and the surrounding region.

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Pacaya Volcano Tour and Hot Springs from Antigua

Join this full day tour and climb one of Guatemala´s thirty-three volcanoes! Pacaya Volcano remains active offering a spectacular show for those who dare climb it to observe from a safe distance! And then, you'll relax of the climbing experiencie at Hot Springs, enjoying their thermal circuits and spa services.

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Pacaya Volcano Tour and Hot Springs from Guatemala City

Climb one of Guatemala´s thirty-three volcanoes! Pacaya Volcano remains active offering a spectacular show for those who dare climb it to observe from a safe distance! Then get ready to relax at a Hot Springs pools originated for the temperature of the Pacaya Volcano.

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Climb Active Pacaya Volcano + Box Lunch at the Top - Shared Tour

Hike the fascinating Pacaya Volcano. Get up close to hot volcanic rocks. Enjoy breathtaking views, savor a box lunch atop an active volcano, and create lasting memories while meeting fellow travelers.

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Pacaya Volcano Day Trip from Guatemala City

Take a day trip from Guatemala City to see Guatemala's most active volcanoes! Get an up-close look at the impressive Pacaya Volcano as you hike through volcanic vegetation with your expert guide.

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Pacaya Volcano Day Trip from Antigua

Spend a day visiting Guatemala's most active volcanoes on this day trip from Antigua! See the impressive Pacaya Volcano up close as you hike through volcanic vegetation with your knowledgeable guide.

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Day Tour to Pacaya Volcano from Antigua Guatemala on Private Vehicle

Our Pacaya Day tour starts at 7:00 am. Our driver will pick you up at your hotel´s door. The transportation services are private for you and your companion or group.

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Adventure Tour Climbing the Pacaya Volcano with Pickup

We start from Antigua Guatemala towards the Department of Escuintla- to the town of San Francisco de Sales where the ascent begins on the hike to the Pacaya volcano, incredible views on the ascent such as the Laguna de Calderas located in the municipality, incredible views of petrified rivers of magma at the top and a very beautiful view of other volcanoes such as the Agua y Fuego volcano from the top.

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¡Pacaya Volcano Tour from Antigua!

Explore Guatemala’s most visited volcano on a drive of 1 hour from Antigua  and a hike of three hours to be part of a tour considered one of the ten most adventurous in the world by National Geographic, connect with ecology, understand its relation with the landscape and economy of the región.

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Adventure in Pacaya Volcano from Antigua Guatemala

In Guatemala is the easiest volcano to trek you will have a private tour, the best option, guide will walk with you on your own rithm and take rest any time that you decide.

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Pacaya volcano adventure from Quetzal port.

Graet experience to climb an active Volcano, walking with private tour guide under the endemic forest, until you reach the active crater.

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Pacaya Volcano Hike! from Puerto Quetzal

Explore Guatemala’s active volcano from Puerto Quetzal be part of a hike of about three hours to be part of an experienceconsidered one of the ten most adventurous in the world by National Geographic, walk over soidified lava, connect with the energy, understand its relation with the landscape and economy of the región.

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Pacaya Volcano Hikking from Guatemala City + box lunch

Pacaya volcano is one of the many (active) located around Antigua, the former capital of Guatemala, and perhaps the most accessible.

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Pacaya Volcano Sunset Tour from Antigua

Pacaya, one of Guatemala’s youngest volcanoes, offers hikers a unique glance into the geologic center of the earth on this 8-hour small-group tour.

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Pacaya Volcano Morning Tour from Antigua

Pacaya, one Guatemala’s youngest volcanoes, offers hikers a unique glance into the geologic center of the earth on this 8-hour small-group tour.

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Volcan Pacaya on wheels ATV From Antigua or Guatemala city.

Starting from your hotel you will be pick up by our staff and drive 1 hour to Volcan Pacaya National Park. Our staff, guide and ATV will be waiting for you and drive yourself in direction to lava roads and rocks to get closer to active crater.

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Hike Active Pacaya Volcano - Private Tour

Have you ever climbed an Active Volcano? Don’t you think that today is the best opportunity to do something different and get a once in a lifetime experience? If you´re planning something to do with the entire family or if you´re a solo traveler, Pacaya Volcano is the best experience for you.

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Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza Cooked Under Volcanic Heat

Indulge in an extraordinary experience at the foot of Pacaya Volcano! Instead of hiking, we'll venture to a private property boasting petrified lava and unparalleled views of Pacaya.

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Pacaya Volcano Overnight Tour from Antigua

Our group meets at Old Town Outfitters Shop in Antigua at 14:00hrs – where drinking water, bathroom facilities and retail outdoor equipment are available for hikers.

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Pacaya Volcano and Thermal Pools

Marvel at the picturesque views and sporadic explosions from a safe distance, and indulge in the unique experience of roasting marshmallows in the steam vents.