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Hiking Excursion to the Iztaccíhuatl Volcano from Puebla 1
A stone monument with a plaque, set against a backdrop of mountains and trees. 2
Two hikers on a dirt trail with a mountain in the background. 3
A group of people walking on a dirt path with a mountain in the background. 4
A brown SUV parked on a street. 5

Iztaccihuatl Volcano Hiking Tour from Puebla

By Qué Loco! Tours
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Price is AU$266 per adult
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Features

  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Izta Popo National Park has 2 volcanoes in one place. We have designed hiking trails so you can enjoy the incredible views of the dormant Iztaccíhuatl volcano and the active Popocatépetl volcano. Our local guide will explain the flora and fauna of the place. It lives and breathes the pure air at about 3,600 metres and 4,300 metres. It is an excellent place to share a wonderful experience alone, with friends or family. The tour includes return transport.

Choose from:
Level 1. The hike begins at about 3,600 metres above sea level and ends at 3,980 metres above sea level. The trail is marked sandy. The total is 8 - 9km approx of which 4km are moderate climb and 4km descent.
Level 2. The total is 14km of which 4km are climbed and the rest descended with few metres of moderate climb. The trail is marked mostly sandy with outbound view of the Izta and return view of the Popo
Level 3. It is a 7km hike at an altitude of between 4,000 and 4,500mnm where there will be sand, stone.

Activity location

  • Paso de Cortes
    • Amecameca, Estado de Mexico, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Paso de Cortes
    • Amecameca, Estado de Mexico, Mexico

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Accident insurance
  • Inclusions
    Safety equipment
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fee to Iztaccihuatl-Popocatépetl National Park
  • Inclusions
    Professional Local Guide
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pick-up and drop-off included
  • Exclusions
    Lunch
  • Exclusions
    Breakfast

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Paso de Cortes

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
We offer three different hiking routes with varying levels of difficulty. You can choose any of the three options. All routes have been carefully designed so you can enjoy the incredible views of the surrounding volcanoes throughout the hike.

Iztaccihuatl and Popocatepetl National Park

  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
On this tour you can choose between three hiking levels: Level 1 In this route we hike on established trails towards Iztaccihuatl. It is a pleasant and scenic hike that leads to a viewpoint where you can admire the beauty of Iztaccihuatl and Popocatépetl. Distance: 9–11 km Elevation: 3,670 – 4,000 m above sea level Elevation gain: 330 m Level 2 This route passes through spring areas and forest, offering beautiful landscapes typical of Iztaccihuatl-Popocatépetl National Park. Parts of the trail are less defined and include sections off trail through grasslands and uphill terrain. Distance: 14.5–15 km Elevation: 3,670 – 4,100 m above sea level Elevation gain: 580 m Level 3 This hike takes place at higher altitude, where the views become more panoramic. The terrain includes rocky trails, volcanic sand, and steeper slopes. This route is known as the “Portillos Route”, where we reach the second or third portillo depending on weather conditions. Distance: 7 km Elevation: 3,900 – 4,300 m above sea level Elevation gain: 420 m

Location

Activity location

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    Paso de Cortes
    • Amecameca, Estado de Mexico, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Paso de Cortes
    • Amecameca, Estado de Mexico, Mexico

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