The 15 Best Pacaya Volcano Tours

1.Pacaya Volcano Tour in English/Spanish

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 930 reviews · 6 hours · from $23Our pick

Join Volcano Expeditions for a six-hour bilingual trip from Antigua to Pacaya National Park. A local guide leads you up forest trails and hardened lava, with views of Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango. The hike is steep but manageable, and marshmallows are warmed over volcanic steam vents.

“This was a great trip! I got picked up at 2:15 and retuned at 7:20. The tour guide was thoughtful and gave us a background. it was chilly so bring some layers and a snack!”

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2.Pacaya Volcano Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 798 reviews · 6 hours · from $23

Leave Antigua by shared minivan for Pacaya’s slopes, then hike with an English or Spanish-speaking guide through pine forest and ash to steaming volcanic ground. You may see lava if activity allows, and you can roast marshmallows over the heat. The hike is moderate to strenuous, with horses available locally for an extra fee.

“Pacaya exceeded my expectations. the ascent was a continuous steep climb with barely any flat surface. All but one person in the group had to ride a horse going up. But the view from the top was definitely amazing. The guide also had some marshmallow he roasted using steam seeping from the ground. Only complaint was that I was picked up 1 hr later than what was advised. And the driver seemed to try to make up for time by driving extremely fast.”

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3.Hike to Pacaya Volcano from Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 502 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $35

Travel from Antigua to Pacaya National Park, then hike with a Spanish-English guide through forest and volcanic rock to a lava-field plateau. Expect steep sections, cold wind at altitude, and optional horses, pizza, or marshmallows at extra cost. Guides such as Ervin and Mono are praised for their care.

“Pick up was a bit delayed but the guides were very friendly and helpful . Hike itself was moderately strenuous, however there were long enough rest stops, especially if you stay near the front of the group (l say this as a 185cm 105kg man)”

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4.Pacaya Volcano ATV Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 120 reviews · 7 hours · from $125

Ride from San Vicente Pacaya through forest trails, villages, volcanic sand, and lava fields near one of Guatemala’s most active volcanoes. Guides such as Sergio, Geo, Jony, and Ethan provide safety help, photos, snacks, lunch, and a return ride to Antigua.

“Must do activitiey if you are into ATV. Geo was our great tour guide even for first timer like us. Our sandwich was heated up by the lava river, not sure when will be the next Ill get to experience something like that.”

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5.¡Pacaya Volcano Tour from Antigua!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $100Top rated

Hike Pacaya Volcano from Antigua with hotel pickup, a private driver, and a guide such as Daniel, Jose, or Erwin. Allow 5 to 6 hours, including a 2 to 3 hour ascent. Expect steep volcanic ground, wide views, optional horses, and marshmallows roasted over volcanic heat.

“Excellent experience. Our tour guide Daniel was incredibly nice. He was right on time to pick us up from the hotel. The ride to the Volcano was a bit long, but our tour guide made it up with a pleasant conversation, providing detail information of the area. It was my first time visiting Pacaya, what an unforgettable experience. I would recommend it. My advice would be make sure to wear a nice pair of hiking boots.”

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6.Marshmallows Roasting at Pacaya Volcano 6-hour Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 90 reviews · 6 hours · from $29

Travel from central Antigua to Pacaya Volcano with an English and Spanish-speaking guide such as Carlos or Benjamin. Hike through volcanic terrain, pause at a field of petrified lava, and roast marshmallows if the rocks are hot enough. The tour costs $29, plus the Q100 park fee.

“Our tour guide was so nice! The drive there was okay, the drive back I did get a bit carsick. I have to have the windows open both times. The hike was extremely challenging, but as we were descending my tour guide held my hand and ran down with me so I didn’t fall! If you like a challenge and want to see the volcanic rock, I’d recommend! I think the driver was pretty good as well it might just be a me/carsick issue.”

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7.From Guatemala City or Antigua: Pacaya Volcano Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 89 reviews · 6 hours · from $96

Travel from Antigua to Pacaya with a Spanish or English-speaking guide, then walk for about 2.5 hours through forest, volcanic sand, and black rock. You can also use a horse for the ascent. Expect Calderas Lagoon, views of three volcanoes, hot vents, and possible lava.

“It was wonderful! I had the most amazing time. Our guide was super nice! I really liked it!”

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8.Pacaya Volcano Morning Tour from Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $138

Meet at Old Town Outfitters in Antigua at 8:00 a.m. for a guided Pacaya hike with lunch, park fees, and private transport included. Guides such as David, Ari, Luis, and Oscar lead you across lava fields and forest trails, with views of Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango.

“David was a great host! When we arrived at Pacaya, he met up with Cubanu. Between the two of them, we had an amazing experience. At the highest point of the hike, David prepared a delicious lunch with fresh guacamole and vegetables. As a reward for completing the hardest part of the climb, it was delicious. Simple food done without much fanfare in an amazing location. My kids are still talking about this one days later as one of their favorite activities of our trip to Antigua.”

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9.Pacaya Volcano Tour and Hot Springs from Guatemala City

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 75 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $65

Leave Guatemala City at 6:30 a.m. for a guided Pacaya hike, with horse hire available for the steep sections. Afterward, enjoy lunch and Kawilal’s thermal circuit, including more than 12 pools, steam baths, and hydrotherapy baths. Expect a long day and possible traffic delays.

“The reason for 4 stars and not 5 is only due to lack of description of this tour on Viator website and lack of explanation of lunch activity from our guide. The volcano hike was great, however after the hike we thought we were going to have lunch onsite at the mountain. It had been 6 or 7 hrs since we had eaten breakfast and our group was really excited to eat an outdoor lunch. But instead we bussed about 30 mins to another town to a hotel with thermal pools. We were told to go in the pools and eat in the restaurant later. We told him we needed…”

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10.Pacaya Volcano Tour and Hot Springs from Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 70 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $65

Start at 7:30 a.m. from Antigua, hike Pacaya with a local guide such as Claudio, Lydia, Juan Carlos, or Rodolfo, then enjoy lunch and the thermal pools at Kawilal Hot Springs. The hike reaches lava fields and viewpoints rather than always reaching the crater. Park entry costs $15 extra.

“The tour was great - pickup was at their office and the hike was a medium level hike! the morning is where you see the volcano the best before the clouds set in so I recommend! I agree that the tour just drops you off the hot springs hotel but they left is with someone who told us what our lunch options were. Communication could be better but overall, this was a GREAT day!”

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11.Pacaya Volcano Luxury Sunset Horseback Riding Tour/ Dinner Cooked by-Lava Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $335

Ride a Guatemalan horse over Pacaya’s lava rock with your own cowboy guide, then enjoy pizza cooked over hot lava, s’mores, wine, cushions, and a Mayan-style picnic. Guides such as David, Marlo, and Lori add local stories and practical help.

“Went with my 5 year old daughter, and we had an absolute blast! Communication was great from start to finish, Lori and the cowboys were very nice, helpful and knowledgeable. The only issue is that my daughter fell in love with the horse “Princess”, and she can’t take her home.”

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12.Pacaya Volcano Day Trip from Guatemala City

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 63 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $94

Start with hotel pickup at 7:00 am and hike Pacaya with a bilingual guide such as Luis, Alan, Davis, or Marvin. Expect a dusty, steep trail, volcano views, optional horseback riding, and marshmallows toasted over volcanic heat. Visible lava is possible but never guaranteed.

“Marvin was a very good tour guide through the volcano, and was very knowledgeable and informative. He made sure we were comfortable and allowed us plenty of rest stops while going up the volcano. The hike up is pretty hard but the hike down is easy and it is 100% worth it once you get to the top, and he even brought us marshmallows to roast in the volcano.”

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13.Pacaya Volcano Shared Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $65

You’ll ride from Guatemala City to Pacaya, then hike about 1.5 hours to a high viewpoint above the lava fields with a certified local guide. Guides such as David, Manny, Pedro, and Mynor are praised for patient pacing and clear explanations. Add coffee or geothermal pools, and consider a horse for the steep sections.

“Experience was great but I paid extra for hot springs and it was NOT hot springs. They took me to a spa that had hot and cold therapy pools.. kind of disappointed”

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14.Pacaya Volcano Tour and Hot Springs with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 31 reviews · from $115

Travel from Antigua to Pacaya National Park for a guided uphill hike through forest and volcanic rock. After views near the crater, continue to Kawilal Hot Springs for lunch and a thermal circuit with pools, steam baths, and hydrotherapy. Small groups are limited to 10.

“Perfect combination with the Volcano then the amazing hot springs. Worth every cent!!”

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15.Pacaya Volcano Hikking from Guatemala City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $150

Leave Guatemala City at 8:00 a.m. for a guided 3.7-kilometer climb through forest, farmland, ash, and lava at Pacaya Volcano. Expect steep sections, loose footing, and safe-distance views of fumaroles. Guides may include Walter, David, or Willie. Horses and volcano pizza may be available at extra cost.

“Get ready to hike. I do not think this is a beginner’s friendly hike, more moderate- advanced. They have gourdes that you can ride up the mountain but they are pretty overpriced so be sure to carry extra cash if you cannot complete the hike. (Mind you I actually work out and it was difficult). Great experience overall, but beware of physicality required.”

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