Mountaineers from all over come to Mexico’s volcanic belt to enjoy the diverse climbs and sublime views. There are mountains for people of every skill level, all conveniently located near the capital.

Magnificent Mexico City

In between expeditions, enjoy the diverse and cosmopolitan Mexican capital. Among the local food, architecture, music and culture, there is something for everyone to enjoy here.

Beautiful beaches

Whether you stop by Cancun or head off the beaten path to a lesser known spot, the beaches of Mexico are simply stunning. Be sure to check one out and unwind a bit after your mountaineering adventure.

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Located in southern North America, Mexico is a large and diverse country, with many different landscapes, climates and cultures. While the majority of the mountaineering is done on the eastern end of the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt, this is a world away from the tropical beaches of the coasts, arid deserts of the north and ancient pyramids in the southern jungles. Every region has something different to offer. Mexico City is a sprawling metropolis and melting pot for all of the Central American region. Different cuisine, art, music and architecture from all the regions of this diverse country converge here to create a truly unique and lively city. The Mesoamerican pyramids in the state of Pueblo are especially worth a visit, if you have the time.

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What’s the weather like?

During the winter, the best mountaineering season, the Volcanic Belt is dry and pretty temperate. However, temperatures have been can get quite cold and it is always below freezing at the top of the volcanos. The summer and autumn are generally quite hot and wet in this region.

How long should I stay?

This depends on what you want to do. Many of the best mountaineering spots are all located near Mexico City and each one takes about two days to climb. Some guides offer combined trips that allow you to spend two weeks climbing three or more of the best spots as well as exploring the capital city.

Language:

Spanish

Country Code:

+52

Currency:

Mexican Peso, although US dollars are widely accepted in touristy spots

Best time to visit:

Mexico’s Volcanic Belt is located in the subtropical climate zone of the Northern Hemisphere, so November and December are the best times to visit for mountaineering trips.

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Mountaineer some of North America’s tallest volcanoes

Climb Nevado de Toluca, strap on some ice crampons and summit Pico Orizaba or mountaineer La Malinche. There are many possibilities for motivated climbers in the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt!

Top Trips in Mexico

Climbing the highest peaks in Mexico in 15 days, 6 mountains including the Ajusco volcano in Mexico City

Day hike to the summit of Monte Tlaloc (4,120m), a sacred site of the Aztecs in Mexico

Day hike to the summit of Xitle and the volcanic caves in the Cumbres del Ajusco National Park, near Mexico City

Easy mountain biking tour around the Xitle volcano (Ajusco range) near Mexico City, Half-day

Climbing Nevado de Toluca in a day via the Cañada del Oso, Mexico

Climbing Pico del Águila (3,937m) on the Ajusco Volcano, near Mexico City

Hike to the crater lakes on Nevado de Toluca, Day trip from Mexico City

Mountain bike through the "haciendas pulqueras" and learn how to make pulque, Day trip in Hidalgo, Mexico

2-day Hike from Nevado de Toluca National Park to Valle de Bravo, Mexico

Climb to the "Grupo de los Cien" Hut on the Iztaccihuatl volcano in Mexico's Izta-Popo Zoquiapan National Park

Easy day hike on the Iztaccihuatl volcano in Mexico (Izta-Popo Zoquiapan National Park)

Day hike to the summit of Malinche (4,500m), near Mexico City

Mountain biking from Ajusco to Tepoztlán, near Mexico City

Leisurely walk along the Magdalena River in the countryside near Mexico City

Malinche, Iztaccihuatl & Pico de Orizaba, Climb the 3 highest peaks in Mexico, 8 days

2-day Mountain biking tour of the Hidalgo countryside "haciendas pulqueras" in Mexico

2-day Chontalcoatlan underground river caving tour in the Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park, Mexico

Climb the 4 tallest mountains in Mexico: Malinche, Nevado de Toluca, Iztaccihuatl & Pico de Orizaba (10 days)

2-day Rock climbing course for beginners in Mexico City

2-day Mountain biking trip in Mexico from Nevado de Toluca to Valle de Bravo

2-day Pico de Orizaba hiking tour in Mexico with overnight in a mountain hut

Mountaineering on Iztaccihuatl in Mexico, 2-day course with overnight at the Altzomoni Hut

Volcán Tacaná (4,060m), Climb the second highest peak in Central America in Chiapas, Mexico

Underground, multi-sport adventure in "El Chorreadero" cave in Chiapas, Mexico

2-day Whitewater rafting trip in Mexico, from Jalcomulco

Canyoning in Laberinto, Day adventure tour from Tepoztlán

Taxco canyoning day trip from Cuernavaca, Mexico

Mayan history and culture in Coba and the Punta Laguna Reserve, near Tulum

3-day Hiking and tubing adventure in the Arco del Tiempo in Chiapas, Mexico

Hidrofobia Canyon, 1-day Guided tour near Monterrey

Hiking tour in Izta-Popo National Park, Puebla

Bicycle tour of Tulum, Quintana Roo (Half-day)

Mountain biking from Puerto Vallarta to Tuito (3 days)

Rafting day in Jalcomulco, Veracruz

Day hike to the Salto del Nogal in Tapalpa, Jalisco

Day hike to the summit of Cerro El Tintero, Puebla

Hiking in La Venta River Canyon, Day trip in Chiapas

Hiking day trip to the Cascadas Arcoiris (Rainbow Waterfalls) in Puebla

Canyoning in south Morelos, Day trip from Cuernavaca

Kayaking in the Sea of Cortez, Baja California Sur (Half-day)

3-day Enduro mountain biking tour in Oaxaca

Pico de Orizaba: 1-week Ski mountaineering expedition from Puebla

Mountain biking to the cenotes in Tulum, Quintana Roo (Half-day)

Kayaking in Veracruz, Half-day in the Gulf of Mexico

2-day ascent to Iztaccihuatl Volcano 5286m

Canyoning day in the Tacotalpan Canyon, near Jalcomulco

Climb the Iztaccihuatl and Pico de Orizaba volcanoes in Mexico (9 days)

Sunrise hike in the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve, Campeche

Day trip to the Montebello Lakes National Park & El Chiflon Waterfalls, from San Cristobal

Canyoning day in Laberinto, close to Tepoztlan (Morelos)

Half-day Kayaking tour in Acapulco

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