2-day expedition to the Iztaccihuatl summit (5220m) in Mexico
Experience the ultimate Mexican adventure with Alvaro and his team of guides on this 2-day expedition to the summit of Iztaccihuatl (5,220m /17,130 ft)!
Private and Group
Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt
2 Days
All year
Fit
Intermediate
Highlights
- Reach the summit of the third highest mountain in Mexico.
- Improve your mountaineering skills in the company of an expert local guide.
- Overcome the barrier of 5,000 meters (16,400 ft).
Description
Challenge yourself and reach the top of the third highest mountain in Mexico, the eighth-highest peak in North America. Join one of our experienced local guides on this 2-day expedition to Iztaccihuatl (5,220m /17,130 ft)!
On the border between the State of Mexico and Puebla, Iztaccihuatl is also known as"white woman" or "the sleeping woman". We’ll take on the route known as “Los Portillos” which is divided into two main sections. First, we'll start ascending from the La Joya car park, located at 3,900 m (12,800 ft) to de "De los Cien" hut.
From the hut starts the second and most challenging part of our journey. From there, we'll ascend all the way to the Panza (stomach) Glacier until we reach the summit just above the “Pecho” (breast) Glacier .
What will make this adventure even more special is that climbers, will be amazed by the spectacular views of the unique Popocatepetl Volcano, one the most active in the country.
We may split this expedition into two days or, if participants desire and have an excellent fitness level, we can do it in just one. However, for both options, participants need a good fitness level and previous acclimatization.
If you are ready to take on this adventure in the beautiful country of Mexico, request to book this trip and get ready for a experience you’ll never forget!
Looking for more mountaineering adventures in Mexico? Then you may also be interested in this 2-day expedition on Pico de Orizaba, Mexico
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Accommodation included
- Transport during the trip
- Personal insurance
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Price details
Transport from Mexico City to Puebla and accommodation in the city are not included in the price. The equipment includes: crampons, ice-axe, helmet, harness and hiking poles.
Itinerary
Day 1: From La Joya Car Park to "De los Cien" hut
We will start our climb at the La Joya Car Park. We´ll cover four “portillos” (sections) that cross over from the Mexico State Valley to the Puebla State Valley. After the fourth “portillo” a short descent leads to the hut.
Day 2: From the "De los Cien" hut to the summit
The most difficult section of the climb starts right after we leave the hut. After a while we reach the Panza Glacier from where we continue our ascent to the summit.
Details
Accommodation De los Cien hut |
More info TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS:
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Meeting point Puebla. (Departures from Mexico and Hotel accommodation can be arranged too). |
About the guide
We are a group of passionate mountain and rock climbing local guides in Mexico, members of the AMGME (Mexican Mountain and Climbing Guides Association), where we have been practicing and guiding around the country for 10 years.
Our main goal is to make people enjoy our mountains as much as we do and get a real experience of out Mexican style of life having a close and friendly relationship with all our clients and trying to help as much as we can.
Everybody has different needs so we can modify all our programs to what is best for you, wether you need everything from transport, accommodation, food, gear... or just want to be guided in the mountain.
Please get in contact with us to climb our beautiful mountains and we'll do our best so that you get the most of your trip.
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