From Puebla: Hiking Iztaccihuatl & Izta-Popo-Zoquiapan Park
ID: GYG434354-782562
Category:
Country: Mexico
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Experience an amazing hike on the inactive volcano Iztaccihuatl, the third-highest mountain in Mexico. Enjoy a wine and cheese tasting and incredible views of the Popcatépel Volano from the top.
Hike on Iztaccihuatl, an inactive volcano and the third-highest mountain in Mexico. Indulge in a wine and cheese tasting on the mountain and admire the beautiful surroundings and views of Popcatépel Volcano.
Begin the tour with pickup from your accommodation in Puebla, and transfer to communities nearby the national park, to buy locally produced food to enjoy on the hiking tour in the park.
Travel to Izta-Popo-Zoquiapan National Park, an approximately two hours drive. Arrive at the park and start registration, and learn more about the park's flora and fauna from the host and the volcanoes' legends.
Admire the incredible view of the volcanoes, and take photos of the active volcano Popcatépetl, and begin the acclimatization process for the rest of the trip.
Advance a few more kilometers by car to the starting poit for the walk. Be outfitted with your safety equipment for the trek, and start the walk at roughly 3,900 meters above sea level, and reach a maximum of 4,500 meters above sea level.
Enjoy drinks and snacks at this point, where the stop is perfect for special events like anniversaries, proposals, and vow renewals. Marvel at the views of the surroundings and indulge in a hot drink.
Begin the descent from here, and once you are down the mountain, enjoy a wine and cheese pairing and toast to your special event. Finish the tour with drop-off at your Puebla accommodation.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in gorgeous local nature while hiking up an inactive volcano
- Enjoy an experience in nature perfect for proposals, anniversaries, and more
- Indulge in a delicious wine and cheese pairing from the region after the hike
- Marvel at views of the active volcano Popcatépetl from Iztaccihuatl Mountain
- Explore Izta-Popo-Zoquiapan National Park for your special occasion in nature
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If you do not feel physically well due to the height of the walk, we can change the hike or go down to an ecotourism center within the national park
At the time of making your reservation let us know what you are celebrating
In the case of passengers with disabilities who require some exceptional support or who travel with a walker, crutches, wheelchair, cane, bypass, pacemaker, or others, please notify us at the time of booking
This tour is not recommended for pregnant women or people with physical or health problems, or with recent operations less than 6 months ago
Tour subject to weather and terrain conditions since it is a dirt road in the middle of the road
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
