Iztaccíhuatl Volcano hike 2D/1N (from Mexico City)

Iztaccíhuatl Volcano hike 2D/1N (from Mexico City)

Palacio De Bellas Artes Mexico City
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Iztaccíhuatl Volcano hike 2D/1N (from Mexico City)

2 Days Starting and ending in Mexico City, Mexico

Visiting: Mexico City, Iztaccíhuatl

Tour operator:

Bamba Travel

Tour code:

58518

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Mildly Challenging

Tour operated in:

English
From: $426 $406 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$20

NB: Prices correct on 10-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an exhilarating 2-day, 1-night hiking adventure to the majestic Iztaccíhuatl Volcano, starting from Mexico City. This guided tour offers an unforgettable experience as you climb the breathtaking Iztaccíhuatl mountain, with the possibility of reaching "the chest," its highest peak, conditions permitting. Enjoy a night under the stars at a campsite, where you'll bond with fellow adventurers. The journey begins with an acclimatization walk and a welcome gathering, setting the stage for the midnight ascent. Traverse through the mountain's gates, glaciers, and ridges, using essential mountaineering gear like crampons and ice axes. With all necessary equipment, snacks, and hydration provided, this tour ensures a safe and thrilling experience. Return to Mexico City with memories of conquering one of Mexico's iconic peaks.

Highlights

  • Experience climbing the amazing Iztaccíhuatl mountain accompanied by qualified guides.

  • Climb to "the chest," the highest peak of the Iztaccíhuatl mountain, if conditions allow.

  • Enjoy a campsite gathering and make new friends.

  • Take an acclimatization walk in the Izta-Popo National Park.

  • Walk through glaciers and use crampons and ice axes for the first time.

  • Reach the summit of Iztaccíhuatl at 5250 meters above sea level.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Mexico City - Iztaccíhuatl, Mexico

Iconic Angel of Independence, Reforma Avenue
Constitution square, Mexico city
Metropolitan Cathedral, Mexico City
Mariachis playing serenade at night, Mexico City
Palacio De Bellas Artes Mexico City

Location: Mexico City, Iztaccíhuatl

Accommodation: Camp

Accommodation Name: Campsite

Meals Included: Breakfast

Arrival at the Campsite, acclimatization walk, and welcome gathering

The experience begins on a Saturday around 9:30 am in Mexico City, where we will meet to check your equipment, carry the bags to the vehicles and eat breakfast, where you will have the opportunity to begin to integrate with the rest of the team that will make up your excursion to the mountain. Later we will leave for the Izta-Popo National Park, we will make a technical stop in Paso de Cortés, where we will pay the access to the park and fill out the access register properly.
Later we will go to "La Joya", the last point that we will arrive by vehicle. In La Joya we will set up camp, we will eat, we will have a small gathering, but above all, we will use the day to give you technical talks, check your equipment, as well as we will take an acclimatization walk, always accompanied by our team of guides and staff who are always in the willingness to give their best effort for your experience.
Finally, we will go to sleep around 6:00 pm, to get up at 12:00 am to carry out this experience like no other in Mexico and the world!

Day 2: Iztaccíhuatl - Mexico City, Mexico

Metropolitan Cathedral, Mexico City
Mariachis playing serenade at night, Mexico City
Palacio De Bellas Artes Mexico City
Constitution square, Mexico city
Iconic Angel of Independence, Reforma Avenue

Location: Iztaccíhuatl, Mexico City

Climb the Iztaccíhuatl and transfer back to Mexico City

The adventure begins at midnight, where we will prepare for the ascent. You will walk through its three gates, to arrive shortly before dawn at the 5k refuge where we will take a breath to continue climbing the knee of this magical woman, the section of the route with the greatest physical and mental demand. Once you reach the top of the knee, you will live the incredible experience of walking through its glaciers and using, perhaps for the first time, crampons and ice axes (a mountaineer's basic tool), after crossing the glacier and the navel ridges, we will arrive at 5250 mamsl, where the summit of this mountain is located.
Get ready to start your journey back home at around 17:00 Hrs.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    1 night of camping with provided tents and sleeping bags.

  • Meals

    1 day of meals including a snack.

  • Activities

    Campsite gathering and climbing experience.

  • Guides

    English-speaking guide to accompany the hike.

  • Extras

    National Park entrance fees, snacks and hydration, helmet for protection, trekking poles, crampons, ice axes, and headlamp.

What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses are not covered.

  • Tips and Gratuities

    Tips and gratuities are not included.

  • Other Meals and Drinks

    Meals and drinks other than those specified are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not provided.

  • Transportation

    Transportation details are not provided, but expect to travel from Mexico City to the Iztaccíhuatl mountain area.

Mode of Transport

Transportation details are not provided, but expect to travel from Mexico City to the Iztaccíhuatl mountain area.

Accommodation

Enjoy a night of camping with provided tents and sleeping bags, ensuring a comfortable and immersive outdoor experience.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of equipment is provided for the hike?

    The tour provides helmets for protection, trekking poles, crampons, ice axes, and a headlamp for the hike.

  • What is the accommodation like during the tour?

    The accommodation is a camping experience with tents and sleeping bags provided for a comfortable and immersive outdoor experience.

  • Are meals included in the tour?

    The tour includes one day of meals and a snack.

  • What time does the tour start and end?

    The tour starts at 10:00 AM and ends at 5:00 PM.

  • What is the main activity on the second day of the tour?

    The main activity on the second day is climbing the Iztaccíhuatl mountain, including walking through its glaciers and reaching the summit at 5250 meters above sea level.

  • Is there a guide provided during the tour?

    Yes, an English-speaking guide is provided during the tour.

  • What is the starting point of the tour?

    The tour starts in Mexico City, Mexico.

  • Is there an age limit?

    No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.

  • Do I need travel insurance?

    We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.

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To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.

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