Description

Santa María Volcano is a large active volcano at 3,772 m (12,375 ft) in the western highlands of Guatemala, in the Quetzaltenango Department near the city of Quetzaltenango. The volcano was known as Gagxanul in the local K’iche’ language, before the 16th century Spanish Conquest of the region. It takes a difficult 4 hours to hike up and nearly the same time to come down . You will enjoy a look into the active volcano next door called Santiaguito ! Ask also for our full moon or overnight hike*
INFORMATION:
Availability: Daily
Departure time: 05:00 AM
Departure point: Your hotel / Address in Quetzaltenango
Duration: 8 hours RT
Price: 50 USD p.p.
Included: Private transport round trip, guide.
Not included: Food, water and tips for the guide
What to bring: Snacks, water