Acatenango Volcano Camping Tour

Service Description

Acatenango, one of Guatemala’s most iconic volcanoes, offers an unforgettable adventure for hikers and nature lovers. Located near the colonial city of Antigua, this demanding overnight trek rewards you with panoramic views of the highlands and a close, privileged view of the constantly active Fuego Volcano. As you climb through farmland, cloud forest and high-altitude lava fields, you’ll experience starry skies, chilly mountain air and the incredible sight and sound of volcanic eruptions in the distance. This tour includes one night of camping on the volcano. We depart at 8:00 a.m., ascend gradually with several rest stops, and reach camp in the afternoon. There you can relax, warm up by the fire, enjoy dinner and watch Fuego’s eruptions lighting up the night. The next morning, you have time for breakfast and photos before descending, arriving back around midday the following day. A bilingual guide accompanies you the whole time, setting the pace, ensuring safety and sharing information about the area. What’s included: - Camping accommodation on Acatenango - Bilingual guide - Park entrance fee - Round-trip transportation - Jacket - Gloves - Warm hat - 3 meals (lunch, dinner and breakfast) What to bring: - 4 liters of water - Medium-size backpack - Snacks - Sunscreen - Flashlight or headlamp - Warm clothing (layers recommended) - Toilet paper - Walking stick or trekking pole This Acatenango Volcano Camping Tour is ideal for adventurous travelers with good fitness who want to push their limits and witness one of Central America’s most impressive volcanic landscapes, with key logistics and essential gear already arranged for you.