Join one of our experienced mountain guides for a 2-day climbing adventure to the summit of the Pico de Orizaba in Mexico that includes plenty of time for acclimatization.
Private and Group
2 Days
All year
Fit
Intermediate
Stunning and mighty, the Pico de Orizaba is the kind of peak that takes your breath away more and more the closer to it you get. And, that feeling only intensifies as you start to ascend the peak, higher and higher.
Our trip will begin in Mexico City. From there, we will go to Tlachichuca, Puebla. After that, we will take a 4×4 ride to the mountain hut in Piedra Grande. From the hut, we will take a scenic hike where we will practice using crampons and an ice ax. Moreover, during this hike, you will get the chance to get properly acclimatized. Afterwards, we will return to the hut, where you can enjoy some food and get some sleep.
Early in the morning on the following day, we will make our ascent of the Pico de Orizaba. At sunrise, you will get to enjoy some truly majestic views of the landscape surrounding the peak. Those views will only get better until they reach their apex at the summit. After you’ve enjoyed the views, we will make our way back to Tlachichuca, where we will eat before returning to Mexico City.
Participants on this trip should be in good physical condition. Experience climbing on similar peaks is recommended as well.
To join us on this adventure to the top of the Pico de Orizaba, please send a request.
We also offer a 2-day climbing trip to the summit of the amazing Iztaccihuatl volcano.
- Guiding fee
- Accommodation included
- Transport during the trip
- Permit and entrance fees
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation Mountain Hut in Piedra Grande. |
More info Participants should bring the following items: Towel Sleeping bag Clothes to sleep in Wash kit Two complete changes of clothes Thermal underwear Fleece or fibre pile mid layer Gore-Tex or similar outer layer to protect from the wind and rain Sunglasses with ultraviolet protection with a close fit to the face or side protection Sun cream of at least factor 30 Mountain head wear (wool or synthetic) Rucksack (25-30l) Trekking poles Rigid or semi-rigid mountain boots, previously used and waterproof High mountain gloves |
Meeting point Mexico City |
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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!
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