Pico de Orizaba Hiking
The highest point in Mexico
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There are many reasons for choosing Hiking in Pico de Orizaba
Hiking quietly among the woods, the spectacular views of the Pico de Orizaba will not stop surprising you. As you approach, its glaciers, steep slopes and icefalls of more than 100 meters high will leave you breathless.
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Best time to visit
You can visit Pico de Orizaba all year round, but the best season is from October to the beginning of July, due to the lack of rain
Weather
Generally there is a cold climate with snowfall from 4000 meters high and permanent snow on the summit. In the low parts, it is cold with average temperatures of 20 °C in summer and temperatures below zero during the colder months
How to get there
If you come from Puebla, you must take Highway 150 and continue until the detour to Tlachichuca, then follow the road to Villa Grande, a town where the hostels are located. If you come from Orizaba then you must follow the road to La Perla, a community that is 13 km away
More info about Hiking in Pico de Orizaba:
If you want to try a summit attack, the most experienced guides recommend to climb it slowly and set up camp at 3000 meters of height, to get well acclimatized before the big goal. The southern face of the mountain is the easiest route, although it is key to be in company of a certified mountain expert
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