Explore the high peaks of Malinche, Nevado de Toluca, Iztaccihuatl & Pico de Orizaba with one of our certified guides in Mexico.
Private and Group
8 Days
Jan, Dec
Fit
Intermediate
Over the course of 8 days, we will make you climb the towering peaks of Malinche, Nevado de Toluca, Iztaccihuatl and Pico de Orizaba in Mexico. You will not only see the bordering areas of Mexico City but also visit the historic cities of Cholula and Humantla on this amazing trip.
We will begin and end our journey in Mexico City. The first few days will be spent mounting Nevado de Toluca(4,680 m) and Malinche(4420m), the fourth and the fifth-highest peaks in Mexico. These hikes are of moderate difficulty and will provide you with stunning vistas all along.
On the last days, we will climb Iztaccihuatla (5,230m) and Pico de Orizaba (5747m). These trails will be a bit more strenuous than the previous ones, yet will be exciting. The third highest peak in Mexico, Iztaccihuatl will set us on a ridge covered in snow and glacial ice. It is a demanding non-technical peak. Equipped with an ice ax and crampons, we will start at around 2 am. The round trip can take about 14 to 17 hours. If required, we will halt at a high camp before the final leg. Be prepared to see fantastic views of jagged ridges and the Popocatepetl volcano as you rise.
Finally, we will set on our journey towards Pico de Orizaba, the highest summit in Mexico. Keep in mind that this hike requires you to be in good physical condition before you sign up. And, of course, we will practice an acclimatization trek before attempting this one, so you don’t really have to worry.
Pico is a classic volcano cone that stands tall at 5,636m and is also the third highest peak in North America. Again a non-technical summit, ascending it would require the said equipment along with ropes. We will start early at about 2 am and after a good hike of 12-15 hours, reach the top. The trail offers panoramic views alongside rewarding us with a striking sunrise once we get there.
So, strap your boots and send a message now to book this incredible trip in Mexico for unforgettable memories. Also, check out our trip to the three peaks of Malinche, Iztaccihuatl & Pico de Orizaba if looking for something more relaxed.
Pick up at the airport. Overnight at Mexico City Hotel.
Hike to Nevado Toluca, the 4th highest peak in Mexico. It is located 80km from Mexico City. Overnight in a Hotel in Mexico City.
Meals: Mountain Lunch and Cooked Lunch
We will ascend Malinche, the fifth highest peak in Mexico. It is located 3 hours from Mexico City. Overnight at Malinche Cabins.
Meals: Breakfast, Mountain Lunch, Lunch and Dinner
Spend the day visiting the historic city of Huamantla. It is designated as the“Magic” Town of Mexico. Overnight at Iztacciuhatl refuge.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Ascend Iztaccihuatl, the 3th highest peak in Mexico. Overnight at a refuge stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Mountain Lunch, Lunch and Dinner
Visit the historic town of Cholula. Overnight in a hotel in Tlachichuca.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Travel to Piedra Grande. Overnight at the refuge. We will have an acclimatization hike today.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Ascend Pico de Orizaba, the highest peak in Mexico. Later, travel back to your hotel in Mexico City.
Meals: Breakfast, Mountain Lunch and Lunch
Accommodation Hotel, Cabin and Mountain Refuge. |
More info Please bring along: Towel, Sleeping bag, Clothes, Wash kit,Thermal underwear, Fleece or fibre pile mid-layer, Gore-Tex or similar outer layer to protect from the wind and rain, Sunglasses, Sun cream, Waterproof jacket, Rucksack (25-30l), Trekking poles, Rigid or semi-rigid mountain boots, High mountain gloves, Insulating mat for the floor. |
We are a team of experienced and qualified guides based in Mexico, offering adventure tourism tours in the central region of the country. We promote the sustainable development of the local communities we visit, together with respect for the environment.
We offer a personalized service and look to provide our clients with an enjoyable, safe and harmonious experience. Contact us and we will take you on an unforgettable adventure!
Zak D
5.00
July, 2022
My guide Bernardo was fantastic and super helpful and experienced and friendly. They were also able to provide me vegetarian food, and a sleeping bag. I have particularly large feet (US size 14-15 in sneakers), which means that the ordinary krampons didn’t fit my boots( (US size 13). But they worked to find me some krampons that would fit me in time. I share this as testimony for their good service but also as an advice to give your guide a headsup if your feet are also particularly large. I did not make it to the top, but only becauae i was gassed (out of energy). The aclimitization and pace were good. It was a challenge for me to do so much hiking in the cold and dark hours of the morning before sunrise. But even though i didn’t make the summit, i accomplished a lot and set personal records and had a very unique experience with unbelievable views. And the guide and company were very helpful always.
Richard Asselin
5.00
May, 2022
Great trip! If you get bored sitting on a beach for days on end, this provides excitement, adventure and accomplishment.
Robert Ulph
3.00
January, 2022
The guides on Malinche and Orizaba were very good. But there was a big problem on Iztaccihuatl. I said to each of the guides that I had there that I wasn't bothered about seeing the sunrise from the top, and would it be possible to start a bit later than the usual 1am? They both agreed that it was, one saying that the reason for leaving so early was that normally they needed to take clients back to Mexico City after the climb, and in my case that wasn't necessary as I would stay at the visitor's centre. So in the end we left the visitor's centre at 4:30am. When we got to a foresummit of Iztaccihuatl at 11am, my guide said that we had left very late, and would have to turn back. So we never reached the top, to my great annoyance. In retrospect the best option would have been to have spent one night at the refuge at 4700m before going to the top, but this was never really offered as a possibility.
Alicia Henry
5.00
December, 2021
I love Carlos and the team! We ended up changing our itinerary to 3 mountains in 8 days and had a great experience. I will recommend Carlos and his wonderful hospitality and working with logistics anytime!
Jeffrey Gaughan
5.00
November, 2021
The incredible human being known as Bernardo aka Bernie will be your guide for this once in a lifetime experience and I promise you it will be one of the best decisions you ever make! Myself and 2 other friends did this 8 day hiking tour and Bernie was the perfect guide - not only did he sort out 100% of the logistics for this trip (food, lodging, extra equipment that we didn't have, driving to and from each mountain, etc) he was extremely flexible when a couple of us got food poisoning (not his fault) and had to re-arrange certain dates. He knows the area really well and obviously can climb these mountains in his sleep so he was able to help us navigate any headaches or high altitude issues and he even ran to the store for us to pick up some paracetamol and pepto bismol one day. The mountains are difficult but the itinerary that Bernie has provided means you have the best possible chance at summiting all 3 peaks. Highly recommend this tour and thank you Bernie for an excellent experience in Mexico!
Gleb Kobanenko
5.00
May, 2021
It was a really unforgettable experience! Personal thanks to our guide, Raul, for interesting stories, tasty food in the shelter and support! But you need to be sure that you are in a good physical condition. Unfortunately due to circumstances we did not make it to the peak of Orizaba and reached only the glacier, but such length was perfect for acclimatization as we nearly did not feel mountain sickness. Also guys from the agency forgot to put the sleeping bags as we discussed, but Raul solved this problem at the mountain by giving his own sleeping bag to my wife and organizing two more bags delivery from the campus next day.
Jessica Tseng
5.00
September, 2019
Bernardo was so nice and made sure that we were all safe and sound at all time. The taco place we went afterwards were so good. I had a wonderful trip that day and will definitely recommend it to everyone! Thank you!
Group of 1 | USD 1916 Each |
Group of 2 | USD 1562 Each |
Group of 3 | USD 1440 Each |
Group of 4 | USD 1248 Each |
Group of 5 | USD 1248 Each |
Group of 6 | USD 1248 Each |
Group of 7 | USD 1248 Each |
Group of 8 | USD 1237 Each |
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Price Includes: Accident Insurance, Safety Equipment, Helmet, Crampons, Ice ax, Meals (those indicated in the itinerary), Accommodation, Airport Transfers, Transportation between excursions, Entrance Tickets.
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