Private Acatenango 4x4 Sunrise Tour from Antigua Guatemala
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- Same day
- 1:00 AM – 9:30 AM
- Your hotel in the historic center of Antigua Guatemala
- US$1,200 per group of 1–4 · +US$300 per extra traveler · max 6 per vehicle
- Monday to Thursday
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What's Included on the Private Acatenango 4x4 Sunrise Tour from Antigua Guatemala
This tour at a glance
Sunrise from Acatenango's summit without camping: a private 4×4 picks you up at 1:00 AM and you are back in Antigua around 9:30 AM. Breakfast, hot drinks, a local guide, warm gear and park fees are included. It's for private groups of at least 3 travelers, Monday to Thursday.
What’s Included?
- Private 4x4 vehicle (Toyota Land Cruiser–type)
- Acatenango summit at sunrise
- Breakfast
- Hot drinks
- Local guide
- Warm jacket, gloves, beanie and headlamp
- Park entrance fees
- Round-trip transportation with pickup and drop-off at your hotel in the historic center of Antigua Guatemala
- Views of Volcán de Fuego eruptions (when the volcano is active)
What's NOT Included?
- Mountain gear rental: backpacks, hiking boots, trekking poles and jackets (subject to availability, paid in cash on the day)
- Optional local guide services: hike to Volcán de Fuego, porter (one way) or horse (one way) (paid in cash on the day)
- 5th and 6th traveler (US$300 each); groups of 7 or more need a second vehicle (US$1,200)
- Anything not listed as included
What to Bring
- A photo of your passport (Guatemalans: DPI)
- Warm layers for the early-morning cold at the summit
- Cash for optional services and gear rental
- Water and snacks
Additional information
- Everyone signs a liability waiver when entering the private farm before the ascent
- Bring a photo of your passport (Guatemalans: DPI); no other documents are accepted
- Be ready at the pickup point at least 10 minutes early
- The tour operates Monday to Thursday only
ABOUT THE TOUR
WhatsApp Us!The Acatenango 4x4 sunrise tour is a private, same-day trip from Antigua Guatemala. You are picked up at your accommodation at 1:00 AM and ride up Acatenango Volcano in a 4x4 vehicle to reach the summit in time for sunrise.
From the top, you can see Volcán de Fuego and its eruptions when the volcano is active. Breakfast, hot drinks, a local guide and warm gear are included, and you are back at your accommodation around 9:30 AM.
What to Expect on the Acatenango 4x4 Sunrise Tour
Your private group is picked up at your hotel in the historic center of Antigua Guatemala at 1:00 AM. Before the ascent you stop at the office, where you can rent optional gear and leave your luggage.
When entering the private farm, everyone signs a liability waiver. Then the 4x4 vehicle takes you up the volcano and you reach the Acatenango summit to watch the sunrise. Breakfast and hot drinks are included, and the tour ends with drop-off at your accommodation at 9:30 AM.
Good to Know
- Schedules are set by the private farm the route crosses, so tours can't run outside authorized hours.
- Views of Volcán de Fuego eruptions depend on volcanic activity.
- Backpacks, hiking boots, trekking poles and jackets can be rented in cash at the office, subject to availability.
- Schedules and routes may be adjusted for farm restrictions, weather or operational reasons, always with a suitable alternative.
- Traveling with children under 10? Ask us for rates.
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Acatenango 4x4 Sunrise Tour Itinerary
Tour Day
01:00 AM
Pickup at your hotel in the historic center of Antigua Guatemala
01:20 AM
Stop at the office: warm equipment pickup, vehicle preparation and last check
01:35 AM
Departure to the farm entrance
01:50 AM
Arrival at the farm, registration and beginning of the 4×4 ascent
02:50 AM
Arrival at the end of the road and parking
03:30 AM
Arrival at the base camp: hot drinks and a moment to share
04:00 AM
Sunrise hike to the summit of Acatenango begins
05:30 AM
Arrival at the summit and sunrise view
06:15 AM
Descent from the summit
08:00 AM
Descent in 4×4 begins
08:45 AM
Breakfast
09:05 AM
Warm equipment drop-off and luggage pickup at the office
09:30 AM
Arrival in Antigua Guatemala and drop-off at your accommodation
Please be ready at the pickup point at least 10 minutes early.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Acatenango 4x4 sunrise tour private?
Yes. This tour is private only: your group travels in a private 4x4 vehicle.
How many people can join?
The price is US$1,200 per group and it's the same whether 1 or 4 people go. A 5th and 6th traveler can join for US$300 each. Because of the farm's restrictions, each vehicle can carry a maximum of 6 passengers, so groups of 7 or 8 need a second vehicle, charged at the full price of US$1,200.
What time does the tour start and end?
Pickup is at 1:00 AM at your hotel in the historic center of Antigua Guatemala, and drop-off is at 9:30 AM the same day.
Which days does the tour run?
Monday to Thursday. Schedules are set by the private farm the route crosses, and tours can't run outside authorized hours.
Is food included?
Yes. Breakfast and hot drinks are included.
Will I see Volcán de Fuego erupting?
Views of Volcán de Fuego eruptions are possible when the volcano is active. Activity can't be guaranteed.
What documents do I need?
Bring a photo of your passport (Guatemalans: DPI). No other documents are accepted. Everyone also signs a liability waiver when entering the private farm.
Can I rent gear or add extra services?
Yes. Backpacks, hiking boots, trekking poles and jackets can be rented (subject to availability), and local guides offer a hike to Volcán de Fuego, a porter or a horse (one way). These are paid in cash on the day at the office before the ascent.
