Top Experiences in Iztaccihuatl

You will conquer the summit of Iztaccihuatl volcano, accomplish trekking higher than 17,000 ft. You are going to live a high altitude adventure and and admire the best views from the top of Mexico.

With more of 5000 meters above sea level is the third highest mountain in Mexico, you can see the profile of a woman lying with head, breasts and feet as main formations, some call her the Sleeping Woman. The landscapes are incredible and changing as you ascend, which makes it a mountain with beautiful and varied scenarios. Hiking in the third highest mountain in Mexico at more than 3800 m. An adventure you will never forget.

THINGS YOU WILL NEED: Warm clothes, Medium / high mountain boots (not tennis), Small backpack to carry water, snacks and an additional jacket/sweater. Have a good breakfast before starting the trek. Bring at least 1 liter of water with you for trekking. Bring snacks and lunch to eat on the mountain. Don't forget 2 Jackets/sweater and a raincoat because is rainy season. Sunglasses. Sunscreen. Cap. Long sleeve t-shirt. Trekking pants / leggings (not jeans). Please carry a raincoat and gloves in case to be needed

Join us on an early morning tour and head on a journey to “La Joya” in the famous “Paso de Cortés” named like this for being the place where the Spanish conquerors and Hernan Cortes crossed on their way to Mexico-Tenochtitlan in 1519.

You will have the chance to check on the impressive landscapes created by nature, and see how they change as you go through the mountain’s trails

Visiting and practicing mountaineering in the Iztaccihuatl is an extraordinary experience since it is the 3rd highest mountain in Mexico, where we will reach the refuge of the 100, being one of the places to visit

We will practice mountaineering in the Iztacihuatl where we will reach the summit, being the 3rd highest mountain in Mexico, we will visit different types of terrain such as sand and glaciers

An adventure that will take your breath away constantly, We will walk between the emblematic volcanoes Iztaccihuatl and Popocatepetl (active volcano) combining magnificent forests, glaciated peaks, fumaroles of the popocatepetl and the best views of the most important volcanoes in Mexico

This is the part where I tell you how awesome we are and all that, but let's better get real shall we?

Ana, Luis and I have done this mountain around 150 times combined. We know it by heart now. This is important because conditions can change up there and fast and it's better to be with someone that knows his way.
We have solid English, something most other companies don't really have, so you'll feel safe knowing that we will understand your needs and concerns.

What about safety? No worries, we are trained paramedics and got your back in case anything happens. But fear not, if you follow our advice you'll be good as gold.

Finally. We bloody love the mountains. You'll be hiking with people that love to be up there and that, just as you, want to have a good time.

If you think we are a good fit, don't hesitate to write to us and we'll provide all the info you need.

OVERVIEW
Join our tour from Mexico City to visit the Izta-Popo National Park, hike the third-highest summit in Mexico, enjoy impressive views of the smoking Popocapetl Volcano and get acquainted with the history and rich gastronomic traditions of the nearby Amecameca municipality.

HIGHLIGHTS
● Drive through and enjoy the view of the picturesque Valley of Mexico.
● See the silhouette of the "Sleeping Woman" in the snowy peaks of this dormant volcano.
● Hike an intermediate-level trail of Iztaccihuatl Volcano.
● Discover the rich gastronomic heritage and traditions of Amecameca.

WHY GO WITH US
✓ You will spend the time of the tour purely on its activities and sightseeing: no visits to tourist shops and restaurants.
✓ An ideal choice for small groups: the price of the tour is fixed and varies just slightly depending on the size of the group.
✓ We are flexible: we can adjust the program and route to your interest as long as the duration of the tour is the same.

Discover yourself through the flora and fauna of the national park.
Your private group activity will begin upon arriving at the Buena Vista tourist center, where we will enjoy organic food with dishes such as: mushroom soup, tlacoyos, quesadilas, etc.; cooked at the moment in an artisanal way. Accompanied by typical drinks such as chocolate, coffee, beer or mezcal.
We will witness one of the most important religious centers in Latin America, after taking a walk we will arrive at the Ermita del Silencio, a unique construction of its kind. Upon returning we will appreciate the biodiversity of the place with pine, oak, cypress, oyamel and viewing birds such as kestrel, bluebird and Mexican hummingbird. Without forgetting the endemic Teporingo. Before nightfall let's prepare our fireplace together; and then enjoy a cup of coffee or hot chocolate and watch the stars. We will rest at midnight to wake up accompanied by the sun's rays and give thanks to the volcano.

We will camp on a guarded area of 1000 hectare, we have rustic WC ofered and the most important this is a private experience, this means we love doing it and do it for fun and we will be please you to joing us in this fun and awsome experience, the relationship we seek is a friendly guest not client-employee, we know you will enjoy this tour

A private experience in the Iztaccuatl National Park, leaving from your hotel and we return you safely to the same place. We will accompany you by the hand of an expert who will guide you and explain everything about the area in which you will be walking.

This tour offers a visit to two of the most emblematic cities of this region: Puebla and Cholula and the smallest volcano in the world Cuexcomate.

According to the legend, a bishop was told by angels the specific location of the future city of Puebla. By the "City of Angels" there is a picturesque road, guarded by two active volcanoes Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl, snow-capped peaks that rush into the sky. The city itself will amaze you splendid colonial architecture, historical monuments, among them Rosario Chapel, Convent of Santo Domingo, the city's cathedral, protected by UNESCO.

Puebla City, also called “Puebla City of Angels”, is the second most important Spanish colonial city, located southeast of Mexico City and west of Golf of Mexico's main port, Veracruz, right at Central Mexico.

The Izta Popo National Park has 2 volcanoes in the same place. We have designed hiking routes so you can enjoy the incredible views of the dormant volcano Iztaccíhuatl and the active volcano Popocatépetl. Our certified guide will explain the flora and fauna of the place. Live and breathe pure air at about 3,600 meters above sea level and 4,300 meters above sea level. It is an excellent place to share a wonderful experience alone, with friends or family. The tour includes round-trip transportation.

Choose between:
Level 1. The walk begins at about 3,600 meters above sea level and ends at 3,980 meters above sea level. The trail is marked sandy. The total is 8-9km of which 4.5 km are moderate uphill and the rest is downhill.
Level 2. The total is 14km of which 4km are uphill and the rest downhill with a few meters of moderate ascent. The trail is marked, mostly sandy with an outward view of the Izta and a return view of the Popo.
Level 3. It is a 7km walk at an altitude of between 3,990 and 4,500 meters above sea level where there will be sand and stone.

The Izta Popo National Park has 2 volcanoes in the same place. We have designed hiking routes so you can enjoy the incredible views of the dormant volcano Iztaccíhuatl and the active volcano Popocatépetl. Our certified guide will explain the flora and fauna of the place. Live and breathe pure air at about 3,600 meters above sea level and 4,300 meters above sea level. It is an excellent place to share a wonderful experience alone, with friends or family. The tour includes round-trip transportation.

Choose between:
Level 1. The walk begins at about 3,600 meters above sea level and ends at 3,980 meters above sea level. The trail is marked sandy. The total is approximately 8-9km of which 4km are moderate climbs and 4km are downhills.
Level 2. The total is 14km of which 4km are uphill and the rest downhill with a few meters of moderate ascent. The trail is marked, mostly sandy with an outward view of the Izta and a return view of the Popo.
Level 3. It is a 7km walk at an altitude of between 4,000 and 4,500 meters above sea level where there will be sand and stone.

We have a flexible schedule to Explore Iztaccihuatl ( the third highest volcano in Mexico standing 5,286 meters over the sea level). It provides wonderful views of the landscape and a nice environment outside the city. Get into to the most wonderful forest in Mexico in a friendly unique way, we love doing this and we share with you.