Atitlán Volcano Overnight

Overview

Experience a unique adventure filled with adrenaline, nature and breathtaking scenery camping at the roof of Atitlan. This is an advanced and challenging camping  experience up the steep slopes of Atitlán volcano, through cloud and alpine forests and starry nights. Atitlan, the giant of the lake and youngest volcano of the area, with its stunning views, offers a great experience for those who want to feel challenged and rewarded at the same time. Wake up to one of the most spectacular views that Guatemala has to offer, a 360 panorama of the unique Lake Atitlan and the highlands of Guatemala. 

Details

  • Municipal Park: Volcan Atitlan-Toliman. 
  • Difficulty: Advanced
  • Start and End Point:  Santiago Atitlan. *We can coordinate pick up anywhere on the lake at an extra price. 
  •  Hike Distance: 12 km
  • Start Time: 7:30 am
  • Max Elevation: 3,537msl (11,600ft)
  • Elevation Gain: 1,687m (5,533ft).
  • Hike Duration: 8 hours. (5 up 3 down)
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Whats included:

  • A professional and bilingual tour leader that will take you each step of the way. 
  • Round-trip transportation from Santiago Atitlan to trailhead 
  • All park entrance fees 
  • Experienced local guide from Santiago Atitlan. 
  • Professional camping gear (sleeping bag, sleeping mat, tent) *we provide it, you carry it (we have porters available at an extra cost). 
  • Dinner day 1, breakfast day 2 and warm beverages.

Please bring:

  • 55 – 65lt backpack (we have some to rent). 
  • Comfortable hiking clothes, proper hiking boots or shoes , one extra set of clothes, warm layers and a windbreaker/waterproof layer. 
  • Personal toiletries and or medications, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a flashlight. 
  • Lunch and snacks (sandwiches, granola bars, dehydrated fruit) 
  • Water and electrolytes (4lts)

Itinerary Day 1

7:30am: we pick you up from your hotel or anywhere in Santiago Atitlan to make way to the trailhead. We will be riding in the back of a pick up truck, so make sure to wear your warm jacket for this 15-20min ride. 

8:00am-3:00pm: Once we get to the trail head, we will sort out backpacks and gear to make sure you are all ready to go. We begin the 6 to 7 hour hike. Most of the trail is on a well maintained path and it will get steeper as we get closer to the summit. We will make several stops along the way, including one to have lunch.  Once we get to the final hour of the hike, the trail will get a little more technical, with sharp volcanic rock and a little exposed to the sun and elements. 

3:00pm: We reach the summit, set up camp,  and rest with a warm coffee, tea or hot chocolate while we wait for the sunset.


6:30pm: We prepare for a nice, warm dinner, and admire the starry night before going to bed.

Itineray Day 2

5:30am: We wake up to watch the sunrise with a warm coffee , tea or hot chocolate.

7:00am: We get ready for breakfast, begin taking the campsite down, and pack our backpacks.

8:00am-12:00pm: We begin to descend on a 3 hour hike back to the trailhead where our pick up truck will be to take us back to Santiago Atitlan and the end of our adventure.