We Hiked a Volcano! Was the Acatenango Hike Worth It? | Sunrise Summit | Guatemala Travel Guide

The overnight Acatenango volcano hike was one of the main reasons we wanted to come to Guatemala. Climbing the third highest volcano in Central America at sunrise and looking out over other volcanoes that make up the Pacific Ring of Fire bathed in golden light was a moment neither of us will ever forget.

After doing lots of research on the best tour operators, we are so glad we went with Wicho & Charlie's for several reasons:
1) We felt well looked after throughout the whole hiking experience. They provide high-quality kit that is either included (e.g. windbreakers, hats, gloves, fleeces, water bottles) or for hire (e.g. backpacks, hiking poles). Their instructions were comprehensive and the guides were lovely.
2) From what we could see, they are one of the only companies (if not the only) whose base camp is made of actual solid structure cabins. These are not only warmer, more comfortable, and better protected from the strong winds at the top of the volcano, but also safer in the case of an eruption from Fuego.
3) We also loved their commitment to giving back to communities and protecting animals and the environment. All meals were delicious, nutritious and plant-based. They do not use any single-use plastics and other pollutants. They train and upskill the local guides with English lessons, first-aid training, etc. They also support Santuario Vida Animal shelter by paying the salary of a working to help out at the shelter and also with 2,000 to 4,000 pounds of food.
4) With all your snacks and food, they also provide you with dog food to bring up for the dogs who live on Acatenagno (if you want to!)

This is their website if you are keen to find out more: https://wichoandcharlies.com/

🇬🇹 Guatemala | Acatenango

🎥 Filmed on 5 - 6 May 2023

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00:00 Intro
01:04 Wicho & Charlie's
01:20 Start of the hike
01:48 Hike to base camp
04:30 Base camp
05:10 Review of the hike up
07:45 Relaxing at base camp
14:16 Sunrise summit
16:40 Base camp
17:43 Hike down

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