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Climbing Iztaccihuatl

If you're fan of outdoor adventures, you should not miss a guided mountain climbing trip to Iztaccihuatl

From its 5230-meter summit, you will enjoy the privileged geography of Mexico and its impressive landscapes. The Iztaccíhuatl is a volcano in the center of the country, between Mexico City and Puebla. The ascent of this mountain is a must-do for outdoor enthusiasts who visit Mexico. Along with your guide you will hike for about 3 hours on a trail of intermediate difficulty, which ends about 300 meters before the snow-capped summit, from where you will see the Popocatepetl and the entire Valley of Mexico. Check out our selection of guided mountain climbing trips in Iztaccihuatl.
 
 
 
 
 

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There are many reasons for choosing Mountain Climbing in Iztaccihuatl

If you have time, visit Puebla. It has a very picturesque center, with a unique architectural beauty. You must also try its exquisite cuisine and the never-failing "mole poblano". You can also visit the nearby town of Tonantzintla, with an imposing church and the pyramid of Cholula, which has the largest foundation in the world.

 

Good to know:

Weather

The winds are freezing and the temperature can range between 8 and -4 degrees in winter

How to get there

You must go to Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatépetl National Park, which is located two hours from Puebla and Mexico City, so you can get to any of these two airports. If you go by car, you can take the 150 Mexico-Puebla highway, take the route to Cuautla and then, the one to Amecameca. You have to park at Alsomoni station, where the ascent starts

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