Climb Acatenango With
Family Accommodations
Climb Acatenango With
Family Accommodations
Become part of our family!
Hello! We are V-Hiking Tours, a family trekking company that offers a unique experience to climb Acatenango. In our town of San José Calderas, community spirit is everything. That's why you will be welcomed into our home and join our family for this unforgettable adventure!
- For adrenaline junkies only!
- Optional extra hike before dinner to get close to the crater of Fuego. There you can see eruptions up close
- This hike is 3 extra hours in total
- Q200 Bonus
- It depends on your physical conditions and the weather.
- For adrenaline junkies only!
- Optional extra hike before dinner to get close to the crater of Fuego. There you can see eruptions up close
- If you return halfway, you have to pay the tour
- This hike is 3 extra hours in total
- Q200 Bonus
- Our private camp has a perfect view of Fuego.
- You can watch the eruptions all night long from your cozy illuminated room without worrying about the cold.
- Our private camp has a perfect view of Fuego.
- You can watch the eruptions all night long from your cozy illuminated room without worrying about the cold.
- Shared cabin from 600 GTQ, ideal for those looking for a comfortable and social experience.
- Private cabin from 850 GTQ, perfect for enjoying Volcán Fuego’s eruptions with more privacy and comfort.
- Shared cabin from 600 GTQ, ideal for those looking for a comfortable and social experience.
- Private cabin from 850 GTQ, perfect for enjoying Volcán Fuego’s eruptions with more privacy and comfort.
- We have 1 guide for every 6 guests, so you don't need rush.
- We have a lot of breaks as we’re hiking in altitude. Take your time, it's not a race!
- We have 1 guide for every 6 guests, so you don't need rush.
- We have a lot of breaks as we’re hiking in altitude. Take your time, it's not a race!
- We are a family business
- My mom will be cooking all the meals (with mostly vegetables from of our farm production)…lucky you!
- We are a family business
- My mom will be cooking all the meals (with mostly vegetables from of our farm production)…lucky you!
- We have wine; another way to fight the cold! What's better after a long walk than a nice glass of wine?
- We have wine; another way to fight the cold! What's better after a long walk than a nice glass of wine?
TOUR INFORMATION
Acatenango 2 Days
Day 1
7: 00 am - We pick you up from your accommodation in Antigua with private transportation
8: 00 am - Arrive in San José Calderas and enjoy a traditional Guatemalan breakfast with your guide's family
9: 00 am - The trek starts from an altitude of 2400 m. You will have many breaks along the way!
2: 00 pm - Arrive at private base camp (3600m) for a delicious well-earned lunch
4: 30 pm - Relax around the campfire with some hot drinks
6:30 PM – Enjoy a hot dinner while watching the eruption of the Fuego Volcano with the sunset in the background
Day 2
3: 45 am - Call to wake you up
4.30am – The final ascent to the summit of Acatenango begins
6: 00 am - Arrive at the summit (3976 m) and watch the sunrise
7.30 a.m. – Descent back to base camp
8.00 a.m. – Breakfast at the base camp
9: 00 am - The descent begins from the base camp
11: 30 am - End the hike and private transportation back to Antigua. (Transportation to Panajachel, Lake Atitlan, available)
1: 00 pm - Arrival in Antigua
Acatenango 2 Days
Day 1
7: 00 am - We pick you up from one of our 3 meeting points (San Agustin Church, Tanque Union, Plaza San Sebastián) in Antigua with private transportation
8: 00 am - Arrive in San José Calderas and enjoy a traditional Guatemalan breakfast with your guide's family
9: 00 am - The trek starts from an altitude of 2600 m. You will have many breaks along the way!
2: 00 pm - Arrive at private base camp (3600m) for a delicious well-earned lunch
4: 30 pm - Relax at the campsite. Around this time (depending on the weather), it’s time to head out to get closer to the explosions and begin the extra hike on the Fuego volcano.
6:00 PM – Enjoy a hot dinner while watching the eruption of the Fuego Volcano with the sunset in the background
Day 2
3: 45 am - Call to wake you up
4.30am – The final ascent to the summit of Acatenango begins
6: 00 am - Arrive at the summit (3976 m) and watch the sunrise
7.30 a.m. – Descent back to base camp
8.00 a.m. – Breakfast at the base camp
9: 00 am - The descent begins from the base camp
11: 30 am - End the hike and private transportation back to Antigua. (Transportation to Panajachel, Lake Atitlan, available)
1: 00 pm - Arrival in Antigua
- Private transportation from our 3 meeting points
- Professional and licensed guides
- Typical breakfast with coffee at my house day 1, Lunch day 1, Dinner day 1, Breakfast day 2, Snack on the way down day 2
- Camping equipment: Sleeping bag, mattress and closed cabin
Indispensable:
- 3 liters of water
- Entrance through the park (Q100)
- Comfortable (cotton-free) or quick-drying pants and shirt
- Shoes or boots with thick soles and good traction
- We will provide you with lunch before you start the hike. You will need to carry this lunch with you during the day.
If you need anything for this trip, we might have it! Check more information in the PDF:
Our Mission
Our mission is to create meaningful, well-paying jobs for people here in our community of San Jose Calderas, so they don't have to make the dangerous journey to the U.S. border in search of a better life. We accomplish this by making sure that each of our visitors has an incredible experience at the volcano, so that they tell their friends about it!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Acatenango 2 Days
Day 1
7: 00 am - We pick you up from your accommodation in Antigua with private transportation
8: 00 am - Arrive in San José Calderas and enjoy a traditional Guatemalan breakfast with your guide's family
9: 00 am - The trek starts from an altitude of 2400 m. You will have many breaks along the way!
2: 00 pm - Arrive at private base camp (3600m) for a delicious well-earned lunch
4: 30 pm - Relax around the campfire with some hot drinks
6:30 PM – Enjoy a hot dinner while watching the eruption of the Fuego Volcano with the sunset in the background
Day 2
3: 45 am - Call to wake you up
4.30am – The final ascent to the summit of Acatenango begins
6: 00 am - Arrive at the summit (3976 m) and watch the sunrise
7.30 a.m. – Descent back to base camp
8.00 a.m. – Breakfast at the base camp
9: 00 am - The descent begins from the base camp
11: 30 am - End the hike and private transportation back to Antigua. (Transportation to Panajachel, Lake Atitlan, available)
1: 00 pm - Arrival in Antigua
You can leave your belongings at Elvin's house during the tour.
The day before the tour, we will create a WhatsApp group where we will send all the information and details.
We offer you the transfer (transport) to go to the Lake directly after the walk. Only to Panajachel.
Minimum 2 people – Q250
>2: Q175
We accept quetzales (GTQ) and dollars (USD) in good condition
You only have to pay a deposit of Q50 on the website. The day of
tour, you pay the full amount.
Elvin grew up at the foot of the volcano and turned his passion into his profession. You're dealing with a passionate and demanding professional with more than 15 years of experience. He has made the volcano his playground and, long before tourism developed, he had the vision of creating a project that respects nature, the ecosystem, and the community of San José Calderas. Today, all our guides work closely with Elvin and follow his principles and ethics.
We don't market our social commitments. Everything we do is from the heart and, above all, for our community. Just come and talk to the locals to understand this genuine mentality.
We accept cash (Quetzales, US Dollars), credit/debit cards, and PayPal.
We provide carbohydrate-rich meals to provide energy during exercise, maintaining a balance of fruits, vegetables, and proteins. If you have any dietary restrictions or preferences, please inform us in advance. We recommend bringing your favorite snacks based on your usual exercise habits.
We recommend this hike for people in good health. If you have heart, respiratory, or other medical conditions, please consult your doctor before booking. Our guides can adjust the pace, but the climb is still physically demanding.
The Acatenango Volcano hike is rated as moderate++ to difficult, with significant altitude gain. It requires good physical condition and some hiking experience. Our experienced guides will accompany you to ensure your safety and comfort.
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CANCELLATION POLICY
If you cancel before 7am, 2 days before your scheduled departure, you will receive a full refund of your deposit.
If you cancel after this time, your card will be charged with the full amount of the trek.