The 9 Best Volcano Hikes from Mexico City

1.Nevado De Toluca: Reach the Summit with Professionals

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 250 reviews · 1 day · from $162Our pick

Join Travesías México for a guided climb of Nevado de Toluca via Paso del Quetzal. English- and Spanish-speaking guides provide transport, helmets, poles, food, insurance, and a backpack. Expect a long, demanding day at 4,680 meters, with steep rock sections near the summit.

“altitude sickness is no joke, make sure to plan at least 1 day of being in the city for a more enjoyable trip. our guide was excellent. answered all my questions and knew so much about area, excellent trip! bringing a water bladder was helpful. make sure you are physically capable of making it to the top.”

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2.Iztaccihuatl Volcano Hike with an Alpinist

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

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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3.Guided Volcano Trek with Lunch

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

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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4.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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5.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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6.2 Volcanos – Special 2 pax, 3 -4 hr ride. Reserve Only 1 pax

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $500

Leave Mexico City for a private ATV ride through Ajusco Forest and Cumbres del Ajusco National Park. ATVForestal provides transport, helmets, goggles, gloves, and practice time. Enrique leads the ride, with Ilario available as a designated driver when needed. Expect dirt, freedom, and a real off-road challenge.

“To start off, this will probably be the BEST ATV tour you do anywhere in Mexico. This was a “bad ass” experience. One of my friends apparently chickened out and Enrique was able to provide my friend a designated driver (Ilario). He was super cool. He had a great attitude and made my friend feel safe and comfortable. I was able to enjoy the tour to its fullest potential. Enrique gives very minimal instructions. He literally allows you to do what ever you want!!! As long as you ride safe and stay in control. It felt like I was out ridding with my friends. -Full size motorcycles (I got to…”

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7.Mountaineering to the Nevado de Toluca (altitude 4680m)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $166

Travel from Mexico City with a guide such as Alan, Beto, Bernardo, or Cesar to climb Nevado de Toluca at 4,680 meters. Expect crater lagoons, steep scree, a short rock scramble, safety gear, lunch, and a long day shaped by altitude and weather.

“What an amazing experience! My guide Beto was amazing. He was a great cheerleader, encouraging me to keep moving forward, but also checking in to make sure I was feeling okay with the altitude. He helped me out with the technical piece of the climb and took some great pictures that I’ll enjoy sharing with friends. After we had an amazing meal at a local restaurant on the way home. I thoroughly enjoyed this trip and would recommend it for anyone interested in getting out of the city and trying something really special.”

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8.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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9.3 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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