From Puebla: Hiking Iztaccihuatl & Izta-Popo-Zoquiapan Park – Puebla State, Mexico

EXPERIENCE

Hike on Iztaccihuatl, an inactive volcano and the third-highest mountain in Mexico. Indulge in a wine and cheese tasting on the mountain and admire the beautiful surroundings and views of Popcatépel Volcano.

Begin the tour with pickup from your accommodation in Puebla, and transfer to communities nearby the national park, to buy locally produced food to enjoy on the hiking tour in the park.

Travel to Izta-Popo-Zoquiapan National Park, an approximately two hours drive. Arrive at the park and start registration, and learn more about the park’s flora and fauna from the host and the volcanoes’ legends.

Admire the incredible view of the volcanoes, and take photos of the active volcano Popcatépetl, and begin the acclimatization process for the rest of the trip.

Advance a few more kilometers by car to the starting poit for the walk. Be outfitted with your safety equipment for the trek, and start the walk at roughly 3,900 meters above sea level, and reach a maximum of 4,500 meters above sea level.

Enjoy drinks and snacks at this point, where the stop is perfect for special events like anniversaries, proposals, and vow renewals. Marvel at the views of the surroundings and indulge in a hot drink.

Begin the descent from here, and once you are down the mountain, enjoy a wine and cheese pairing and toast to your special event. Finish the tour with drop-off at your Puebla accommodation.

HIGHLIGHTS

Immerse yourself in gorgeous local nature while hiking up an inactive volcano
Enjoy an experience in nature perfect for proposals, anniversaries, and more
Indulge in a delicious wine and cheese pairing from the region after the hike
Marvel at views of the active volcano Popcatépetl from Iztaccihuatl Mountain
Explore Izta-Popo-Zoquiapan National Park for your special occasion in nature

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