Timeline
14:53
Begin the hike from the basecamps near Acatenango. This is a strenuous two-hour trek involving a 300-meter descent and a 300-meter ascent on steep trails to reach the viewing point on Volcán de Fuego. Ensure conditions are clear, as the activity may be cancelled if too dangerous.
17:53
Watch the sun set toward the WSW at 17:53. From this vantage point, observe the eruptions of Volcán de Fuego as the golden light fades.
18:53
Descend the steep trail back toward the basecamps. The return journey takes approximately two hours, so allow ample time to finish before it gets completely dark.
Local tip
The trip costs between Q100 and Q200. This experience is only recommended on clear evenings.
Check before you go
- Verify that the weather is clear, as the hike may be too dangerous to perform otherwise.
- Allow four hours total for the round trip (two hours up, two hours down) plus the time spent at the summit.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Antigua Guatemala (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).