Acatenango Overnight
4.5
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S$121.66
from per adult
S$121.66
Lowest price guaranteeFree cancellation
Ages 18-70, max of 30 per group
Duration: 2 days
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English, Spanish
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Bilingual professional guide
- Transport by private vehicle to and from Antigua
- Free rental gear (backpacks, headtorches and warm clothes)
- Hot drinks and wine!
- Pre-Trip meeting at 5pm the day before the tour
What's not included- Park Entrance Fee (Q100 or USD14)
- Hotel pickup
- Gratuities
- Departure details
- OX Expeditions, 2a Calle Poniente #23, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala We are a few blocks from central park, to the Northwest. Pre-Trip meeting at 5PM the day before your tour (3PM Sunday)
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 73776P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- How much is Acatenango Overnight?
- Acatenango Overnight price starts from S$119.88. Discover and book Acatenango Overnight on Tripadvisor
- What is the Acatenango Overnight cancellation policy?
- Acatenango Overnight cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Acatenango Overnight on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides Acatenango Overnight?
- Acatenango Overnight is hosted by OX Expeditions. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact OX Expeditions on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Acatenango Overnight on Tripadvisor
- How much time do I need for Acatenango Overnight?
- On average, this experience will take approximately 2 days. Discover and book Acatenango Overnight on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 73776P1
Itinerary
Overview
Full Map
3 stops
Day 1
Hike to Base Camp
Day 2
Summit Acatenango
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About the operator
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kaylinl0201
00Amazing views, so worth it!
Did the one-day Acatenango tour with OX Expeditions and it exceeded expectations!! Went on my own but befriended th…
RowanH336
00Day trip to pacaya
Did a day trip to Pacaya volcano with ox expeditions. Logistically it just isn’t possible to do this on your own …
F7682GClauried
00Pacaya Volcano Hike
We did a group hike up Pacaya volcano. It was a fantastic experience, with great views, interesting flora and fauna…
NickThomasTCB
00Willy saves the day!
Did the Pacaya day tour. The tour was nice and interesting. We were very well looked after. Willy, the guide, was i…
JRodMedia
00Do not use this service. Waste of money.
OX's customer service cost us our trip and money. They promised to refund the money and never did. Beware of OX Exp…
Darren G
00OX didn't show up for our tour. Found another for 1/3 price
I booked a tour through OX for the morning for a volcano hike. They sent several confirmation emails to be at thei…
mel-202
00Amazing Company...well Worth Every Penny!
We chose OX tours based on their good reviews and were not disappointed. The company was professional, organized an…
nunu3321
00Amazing Experience
Our family recently did the Pacaya Overnight experience with Zach of Ox Expeditions and it was probably one of the …
jocelynb175
00Amazing day - Acatenango
FABULOUS hike! We did the day hike to Acatenango with Milton. He was so amazing and we had the best time. He even t…
drucifer81
00Bucket list Experience
My wife and I did the Pacaya Day trip with OX and what an amazing adventure it was. Our guide Chino was a true gent…
SugarFairy1012
00Unique experience but lack of professionalism
The overall experience was great, seeing the volcano and roasting marshmallows. The briefing on the day before was …
elleazTO
00Cycling the towns around Antigua
This tour far exceeded our expectations. Henry was an outstanding guide - knowledgeable, friendly and very genuine.…
Belabenkoe
00Very professional tour operator - Gareth as a guide: top!
I did the Double Whammy back in december with OX, it was amazing. Pre meeting the day before, very good equipment, …
Alain B
00Very close to the erupting volcano
Very good experience where you can get very close to an active volcano. The views are splendid, the hike is not too…
rafaelnovielli
00A must do if you are in Guatemala !!
A fantastic, well organized visit. Our guide Romeo waited for all the other tourist groups to leave and then he too…
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kellianne101
Houston, TX68 contributions
Mar 2023
Absolutely one of the best experiences of our life! First, of course, seeing a volcano is bucket list - five stars all day!! But second, OX was the most wonderful company I could have dreamed of using! They were attentive, organized, honest, helpful, encouraging, and just wonderful! Our guide Romeo really paid attention to our group and made sure everything went as smooth as possible!
Which leads to - this is a mountain next to a volcano! It is really, really a hard hike. It's straight uphill for miles and miles. We ended up having pouring hail for the last 45 minutes of our hike - and it was not easy. Not only the endurance for the hike - but also the lack of air as you get higher and higher. And it's freezing. Be prepared!
Having said that - our two boys (10&13) were able to do it with us.
The cabins are tiny - its one little step up from a tent - and it leaves the least footprint in the land. It is tight! But the views are outstanding just sitting up in your sleeping bag! And in the hail - a wooden structure was everything!
All in all, the trip couldn't have been better! We went to the informational class the night before - and I would recommend going. Thank you OX and Romeo for giving us two days our family will never forget!!
Which leads to - this is a mountain next to a volcano! It is really, really a hard hike. It's straight uphill for miles and miles. We ended up having pouring hail for the last 45 minutes of our hike - and it was not easy. Not only the endurance for the hike - but also the lack of air as you get higher and higher. And it's freezing. Be prepared!
Having said that - our two boys (10&13) were able to do it with us.
The cabins are tiny - its one little step up from a tent - and it leaves the least footprint in the land. It is tight! But the views are outstanding just sitting up in your sleeping bag! And in the hail - a wooden structure was everything!
All in all, the trip couldn't have been better! We went to the informational class the night before - and I would recommend going. Thank you OX and Romeo for giving us two days our family will never forget!!
Written 18 March 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
DeborahIliffe
London, UK7 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
The guides were sweet and helpful and couldn’t have tried harder to make us comfortable and the food was surprisingly deliciously and the fire cozy and communal. I was really pleased I chose these guides.
It is very very cold overnight so definitely bring your warmest ski clothing.
It is very very cold overnight so definitely bring your warmest ski clothing.
Written 17 March 2023
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S.hanna
Toronto, Canada1 contribution
This review is for Romeo, if you are not Romeo, keep scrolling … 🖕
🫶 for Rudy
🫶 for Rolando
🖕 for Romeo
🥾+ 🌋 = me being ☠️ but still worth it 🌄🗻
🫶 for Rudy
🫶 for Rolando
🖕 for Romeo
🥾+ 🌋 = me being ☠️ but still worth it 🌄🗻
Written 17 March 2023
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921adriank
Seattle540 contributions
Feb 2023 • Solo
Hiking volcanos in Guatemala is challenging due to the altitude, steep trails, and lots of dust. However, getting close to Fuego volcano is a unique and rewarding experience. You can see volcanos spitting out fire and lava. The best views are at dusk and at night, of course.
I do not recommend hiking with Ox. They care about profits and not about providing the best experience for their customers. First of all, the group was too large, more than 30 people. The group was not split into smaller groups based on how quickly you can hike, as it was promised. I felt I was rushed. Note that even if you go hiking a lot, you may hike slower these volcanos, as you are at very high elevation. I was even discouraged by guides to hike Acatenango. I went only to Fuego. They put 6 people in a cabin and we were crammed like sardines. No one could sleep, as you could not move. Otherwise you would have to elbow everyone around you. The food provided by Ox is terrible and I got duck from it. The guides didn’t really look for their customers. One time I went wrong way and other company’s guides told me that I was going wrong way. When I was coming down Fuego volcano, it was dark, dusty, and steep. I fell down and strangers helped me to get up and move. There was no Ox guide around. They were rushing.
I am giving 5 stars for the experience of seeing Fuego volcano up close. But I am giving zero stars for Ox.
I do not recommend hiking with Ox. They care about profits and not about providing the best experience for their customers. First of all, the group was too large, more than 30 people. The group was not split into smaller groups based on how quickly you can hike, as it was promised. I felt I was rushed. Note that even if you go hiking a lot, you may hike slower these volcanos, as you are at very high elevation. I was even discouraged by guides to hike Acatenango. I went only to Fuego. They put 6 people in a cabin and we were crammed like sardines. No one could sleep, as you could not move. Otherwise you would have to elbow everyone around you. The food provided by Ox is terrible and I got duck from it. The guides didn’t really look for their customers. One time I went wrong way and other company’s guides told me that I was going wrong way. When I was coming down Fuego volcano, it was dark, dusty, and steep. I fell down and strangers helped me to get up and move. There was no Ox guide around. They were rushing.
I am giving 5 stars for the experience of seeing Fuego volcano up close. But I am giving zero stars for Ox.
Written 16 March 2023
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Rose_Edmunds
Houston, TX62 contributions
We did the overnight stay in acatenango and it was an incredible experience. The hike itself was challenging, but the guides made sure we were okay. I paid $200 quetzales for the porter to carry my bag, but most of the group carried their own bag. If you have a 40L hiking backpack, that will get you up there. I rented a backpack for free. Make sure to wear hiking shoes. Tennis shoes won’t suffice and Ox doesn’t rent shoes. Also, have a mask or bandana since the trail gets dusty, specially if you do the double whammy. We had plenty of rest spots and the lunch and dinner provided by Ox were very filling. The cabins are really small and they fit 6 people in them.
The views were breathtaking. The volcano erupts all night so don’t expect to get sleep. Both sunrise and sunset were amazing.
Our guides Chino and Leo were great. Their dogs Tarzan and Oso accompanied us all the way as well.
The views were breathtaking. The volcano erupts all night so don’t expect to get sleep. Both sunrise and sunset were amazing.
Our guides Chino and Leo were great. Their dogs Tarzan and Oso accompanied us all the way as well.
Written 5 February 2023
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Joey C
Breda, The Netherlands155 contributions
The initial experience was good, Ox was responsive on WhatsApp and helped us get a date. We had to make a prepayment though, which is normal. We paid a bit more already 2,5 days in advance. However, then my partner got sick, we had to cancel. Canceling was very easy and Ox was quick to just remove us, we got none of the money back though and there was no suggestions at all to find a new date. Since this is one of the most expensive agencies around I’d expect them to share the burden of someone getting sick and not make money off of it. Dissapointed.
Written 17 November 2022
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Edgardo F
4 contributions
Nov 2022 • Solo
It was really challenging but overcame fuego. The guides were awesome, would recommend to anyone.
Advise it is a bit hard. Please rest the day before.
Advise it is a bit hard. Please rest the day before.
Written 13 November 2022
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Jane Foster
Canada7 contributions
Oct 2022
WOW!! What a trip!! Best hike I have ever done and I am so happy I chose to do it with OX Expeditions. I did the two day Acatenango tour, which was extremely challenging, beautiful and the guides were exceptional. Fuego will take your breath away. I guarantee it. We got four meals included in this tour, the first being a traditional Guatemala breakfast at a local restaurant where it was nice to get to know everyone in our group. Every meal was very filling, and made me even more ready to tackle this hike, and being Gluten free, they really catered to my dietary needs. My guides Romeo and Leo were fantastic and maintained the perfect pace for everyone in the group, while having many breaks. OX also provides all of the gear you need including clothing and backpacks, as well as their own cabins at base camp, so we didn’t have to carry up camping and cooking gear like most other companies. Wine and hot chocolate around a bonfire while watching the lava spew from Fuego is the best feeling I have ever experienced. OX Expeditions also has the crater run (run around Acatenango’s crater without stopping, falling, or walking) which no other company has! Although it was the hardest thing I have ever done, I succeeded and got the free T-Shirt! If you beat the record though, your trip is FREE. Brilliant idea.
11/10, amazing experience, and book with Ox Expeditions. You won’t regret it.
11/10, amazing experience, and book with Ox Expeditions. You won’t regret it.
Written 30 October 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Jenna
2 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
The Acatenango over night tour changed my life! It was challenging, rewarding and truly unbelievable. And you MUST go with Ox Expeditions.
Guides 10/10: The guides were qualified, they set a manageable pace and adapted to everyone in the group. They were funny and light hearted and made this difficult adventure doable. They were friendly and personable and made you feel very safe and taken care of.
Food 10/10: The food was amazing, not to mention the wine and marshmallows around the bonfire in the evening!! They provide 4 meals. FOUR!! There were other groups in different tours that were eating ramen noodles. No thank you.
Gear 10/10: Ox provides all gear!! From back packs to camping and even warm layers. We saw people on the summit without hats and warm sweaters. We also researched other companies that charge extra for these items, with Ox it is all included.
Accommodation 10/10: Picture this, you just used all you energy to climb to base camp you’re tired and cold and you have to set up and sleep in a tent. NO THANK YOU! Ox has adorable cabins with the BEST view of Fuego. You’re protected from the elements, you have a mattress and sleep bags already set up waiting for you. And better yet, you DON’T have to carry big sleeping pads or cooking gear up and down the mountain because it’s already there.
As an avid hiker and someone who is very picky about how they spend their money, let me say, this tour is worth it. Four meals, accommodation ON A VOLCANO, gear and guides made this adventure one I will never forget 🌋
Guides 10/10: The guides were qualified, they set a manageable pace and adapted to everyone in the group. They were funny and light hearted and made this difficult adventure doable. They were friendly and personable and made you feel very safe and taken care of.
Food 10/10: The food was amazing, not to mention the wine and marshmallows around the bonfire in the evening!! They provide 4 meals. FOUR!! There were other groups in different tours that were eating ramen noodles. No thank you.
Gear 10/10: Ox provides all gear!! From back packs to camping and even warm layers. We saw people on the summit without hats and warm sweaters. We also researched other companies that charge extra for these items, with Ox it is all included.
Accommodation 10/10: Picture this, you just used all you energy to climb to base camp you’re tired and cold and you have to set up and sleep in a tent. NO THANK YOU! Ox has adorable cabins with the BEST view of Fuego. You’re protected from the elements, you have a mattress and sleep bags already set up waiting for you. And better yet, you DON’T have to carry big sleeping pads or cooking gear up and down the mountain because it’s already there.
As an avid hiker and someone who is very picky about how they spend their money, let me say, this tour is worth it. Four meals, accommodation ON A VOLCANO, gear and guides made this adventure one I will never forget 🌋
Written 30 October 2022
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Anja Ostir
Slovenia5 contributions
The best agency you can choose! Guide Chino is the best one. We are not sportive persons, but we manage to do it, a BIG thanks to Chino for all motivation!
Written 26 October 2022
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sparetherod
Cypress, TX2 contributions
i have an 11 year old and a 9 year old. Will they be able to come on the hike?
Rose_Edmunds
Houston, TX62 contributions
Not the acatenango overnight hike. It’s too much. I believe they have another hike that’s great for families with kids.
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