15 Hikes & Treks near Mexico City Worth Booking

1.Iztaccihuatl Volcano Hike with an Alpinist

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 244 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $139Our pick

Trade Mexico City for a high-altitude hike through Iztaccihuatl and Popocatepetl National Park. An alpinist guide leads you from La Joya at 3,990 meters toward 4,200 or 4,350 meters, with views of snow-capped volcanoes, Paso de Cortés, and the Valley of Mexico.

“You want to see a pretty volcano? You want do a lil hiking on aforementioned volcano? You down with a no frills tour? This one's for you. I am a big Planner, I like to know details, how to dress, what to bring, what to expect. I found the tour completely lacking in this regard, so I hope this review will help the obsessive review-readers like myself to be prepared. Clothing: I went in December, and it was chilly, but not frigid. I'd guess 40s, maybe 30s. You can get away with a single pair of warm pants/leggings, thick socks, hiking/trail shoes, a flannel, and a jacket. I brought VERY…”

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2.Guided Volcano Trek with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 242 reviews · 9 hours · from $105

Leave Mexico City for a guided 13-kilometer trek in Iztaccihuatl-Popocatepetl National Park. Guides such as Alan, Carlos, Bernardo, and Cesar adjust the pace, explain the volcanoes and local plants, and lead you to views of smoking Popocatepetl before a traditional market lunch.

“Carlos was a fantastic guide. great fun, very helpful and goes out of his way regularly to make sure we have everything we need. the trek was so scenic and not too hard for a 13km bush track walk.”

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3.Hike Iztaccihuatl Volcano with an Alpinist

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 155 reviews · 11 hours · from $168

Leave Mexico City early for Paso de Cortés and La Joya, then hike Iztaccíhuatl with an English- or Spanish-speaking alpinist. Expect 5 to 7 kilometers of steep, rocky trail, views of Popocatépetl, and altitude up to about 14,000 feet. Guides may include Fabrizio, Ivan, Gerson, or Sergio.

“The scenery of this trip is spectacular and everything went well. We only took a little more than an hour to climb to the defined goal as afterwards you would need a special permit and hiking equipment, making the trip shorter than planned (we were back in the city around 4pm). While none of our group members had problems with the altitude, it’s not uncommon and I’d suggest staying in CDMX a few days before going so you can get used to it. Bring enough water, snacks and sunscreen for the hike. On the way back, we stopped for lunch at a Quesadilla place on the road which was cheap…”

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4.Trekking Through The Volcanoes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 96 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $133Top rated

Leave Mexico City at 7:00 am for a guided trek in Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatépetl National Park. Walk forests, high alpine terrain, ravines, and waterfalls between two volcanoes. Carlos, Bernardo, Alan, and other guides have led the route. Poles, a backpack, drinks, snacks, and a Mexican lunch are included.

“The hike was beautiful and the guide was was very knowledgeable. The actual hike took about 5 hours and there were a few tough uphills but it was a great hike! Make sure you are prepared for the altitude, it is a struggle!”

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5.Hike at Nevado de Toluca Volcano

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $105

Set out from Mexico City at 5:30 am for Nevado de Toluca with Ecotura. You will hike around two crater lagoons from about 4,173 meters, with guides, poles, water, snacks, lunch, and minivan transport. Confirm the route carefully, since the summit hike is a different outing.

“Well organised program though here are few considerations: 1. Make sure to travel with someone who knows Spanish because 97% of communication in Spanish and it particularly important to understand when it comes to safety instructions. 2. This trip requires intermediate to advanced hiking skills and adaptation to high altitude. You should be physically really strong and exercise regularly. 3. I couldn’t do the full hike because it was beyond my capabilities, one of the guides stayed with me and we did a shorter pathway. 4. Dinner at the end was good, but in my opinion unnecessary, I’d prefer going home after this long trip than eating. 5. Everyone is…”

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6.3 Hour Private Hike: Mountain Nevado Toluca from Mexico City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $117

Leave Mexico City at 7 a.m. for a private guided hike among the high-altitude lagoons of Nevado de Toluca. Guides such as Rubén, Martín, Guillermo, and Andrew have led visitors through the crater, with snow, wind, and changing access conditions part of the experience.

“Incredible scenery and tour! Our guide Ruben was awesome! It was so beautiful, I proposed to my girlfriend inside the crater of the volcano. She said yes!”

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7.Sunrise in Las Alturas Hiking in El Pico del Aguila Tlalpan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $107

Meet near Six Flags at about 3am for a guided 2.5 to 3 hour climb through Ajusco trails to Pico del Aguila. Your English or Spanish-speaking guide provides helmets, hiking poles, transport, and first-aid support. Reach the summit before sunrise, rest, take photos, and hike back.

“We bought two tickets for the morning hike after we chatted with customer service to clarify some questions.”

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8.2-Day Pico de Orizaba Summit Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 18 reviews · 2 days · from $599

Travel from Mexico City to Piedra Grande, spend a night at a basic mountain hut, then climb Pico de Orizaba by glacier before sunrise. Guides such as Alan, Bernardino, and Carlos have helped climbers use crampons and ice axes safely. The trip suits fit hikers with prior mountaineering experience.

“The guides were the best, patient, thoughtful, and very knowledgeable, and made us feel safe the entire way”

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9.Hiking to the Puerta del Cielo Viewpoint in Mexico City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $95Best value

Join Omar for a six-hour English-language hike from Roma Norte into the mountains outside Mexico City. Cross a river, visit a waterfall and volcanic cave, climb a 30-meter ladder with safety gear, and reach two viewpoints. The route suits hikers with moderate fitness.

“Omar is really great! Although I was the only one who signed up, we still went and I really enjoyed it. Omar is really kind and you can see he really enjoys this part of Mexico. The perfect hike if you want a nice view and be back at lunch!”

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10.Private Hike next to volcano at 14800 ft. from Mexico city

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $174

Leave Mexico City at 7 a.m. for a private hike in Iztaccihuatl-Popocatepetl National Park. Guide Ruben has led this route, which climbs from La Joya at 4,000 meters to about 4,524 meters beside active Popocatepetl. Expect steep walking, thin air, volcano views, and a long drive home.

“I had a great time on this hike. I am glad I did a private trip that way we could go at my pace. If you are in a group you are only going to go as far as the slowest one in the group can go.”

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11.Full Day Volcano Crater and Lake Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10 reviews · 1 day · from $162

Leave Mexico City for a full day at Nevado de Toluca, an extinct volcano with two crater lakes. Your guide leads you from the alpine refuge to the Moon Lagoon, Campanario viewpoint, and Sun Lagoon. Guides such as Bernardo and Bernardino are praised for adapting the walk to fitness and altitude needs.

“Bernardo was great and accommodating to my physical fitness level. Highly recommended!”

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12.Hiking adventure in CDMX

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 8 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Meet at Casa Bruna Condesa at 8:00 am for a private 6-hour hike from Los Dinamos to Tláloc, about 3,500 meters high. Expect a 10 km route, steep 45-degree climbs, tunnels, caves, and a 30-meter staircase with a helmet and harness provided.

“Nos cancelaron el viaje a la hora de encuentro, ya estabamos esperando y nos dejaron plantados, recomendaría buscar otras opciones más seguras.”

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13.Trekking to Iztaccihuatl Volcano accompanied by a mountaineer

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5 reviews · 11 hours · from $153

Leave Mexico City early for Paso de Cortés and La Joya, then hike with an English- or Spanish-speaking mountaineer through Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatépetl National Park. You will reach up to 4,300 meters, enjoy broad volcano views, and return the same day. Bring your passport, food, water, and sturdy shoes.

“Its was nice spot perfect weather and impressive view. Amazing About the tour medium The guide not talk much, no explation about the place. No time table no exlain where to get toilet n so one. Actually just more like a bus ride. Its oke for 40usd but the trip was 100usd. Kind of to much for less service”

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14.Guided Hike in the Dinamos Forest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 5 hours · from $105

Meet at Churrería El Moro in Condesa at 8:00 am for a five-hour guided hike in Dinamos Forest. Your English- or Spanish-speaking guide leads you past a living river, old water-powered dynamos, Oyamel trees, and mountain views, with transport, park entry, and snacks included.

“A beautiful hike through the forest with a very nice, knowledgeable, English-speaking guide. The nature with the river and the views of the mountains were amazing. We were also shown some murals in the neighborhood and could ask all our questions about (the history of) Mexico and nature.”

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15.Hiking tour to Desierto de los leones

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $163

Leave Mexico City for a beginner-friendly forest hike in Desierto de los Leones National Park. Your English- or Spanish-speaking guide leads you to a former monastery, explains local myths, and leaves time for regional food and possible pulque tasting. Small groups are limited to six.

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