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Private tour in Guatemala City Nestor Guillermo d
Tajumulco Volcano Hiking Multi-Day Tour
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Hello! My name is Nestor, I am an entrepreneur, tourism professional and authorized tour guide in Guatemala. I specialize in organizing multi-day itineraries that include combinations of activities that are suggested according to your interests. For 21 years I've been exploring mountains, volcanoes, archaeological sites in the jungles, villages, cities and cultures and of Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, and leading itineraries across Central America into Nicaragua and Costa Rica. I believe in tourism as a complementary way to impulse the development of local families and communities, and contribute to the conservation of the cultural and natural heritage of my country. The extensive knowledge I've collected from my diverse studies, and the experiences of traveling around 18 countries, facilitates flexibility in creating a tour to personalize your experience in this country/region. If you want me to suggest an itinerary to match your tastes and desires, consider it done. However, if you want more involvement in the planning process, I welcome the opportunity to assist you during the co creation of your trip. The tours are exclusively private, this means I don't accommodate various groups of travelers unless it's a special request of a tour operator, organization or travel agent. Send me a message and I'll gladly answer any inquiries. Looking forward to meeting you. Certified General tour guide, licensed by INGUAT (Guatemalan Tourism Board), license # 1092. Bsc. in Tourism from Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala. 21 years of experience as mountaineer, hiker, climber, explorer and motorcycle traveler.
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Conquer the summit of Central America's highest volcano with a private guide
Overview of your Guatemala City tour
Tajumulco, is the highest summit of Guatemala and Central America's. An inactive volcano with an elevation of 4220 meters (13841. 6 feet). The hike takes an average of 4 hours to the campsite at the base of the summit. This is my favorite place to watch shooting stars. The route from the highlands is not a difficult hike as some people may expect, but precautions are taken to minimize the risk of Acute Mountain Sickness -AMS-, as in other places around the world, it commonly occurs above 2500 meters (8200 feet). Expect mesmerizing sunsets and sunrises from the summit, and on clear days its even possible to watch the Pacific Ocean and the coastline. --- If you have specific transportation requirements, pricing inquiries or if your preferred start time isn't listed, please send me an email by clicking on the 'ASK A QUESTION' button that's listed on my tour page and profile. I will reply to you promptly. Thanks!
Your Guatemala City tour itinerary
Day 01 We travel to San Marcos city (6-7 hours drive), and stay at a local hotel that night. Day 02 After eating breakfast we continue our drive to the village of Tuichán, where we start our hike, which can take from 4 to 6 hours depending on the pace. We set our campsite and then if the weather is good, we go to the summit and enjoy a wonderful sunset. We return to the campsite the sun sets, to cook and eat dinner, relax and sleep (notice that during the rainy season this may not be possible and we might have to stay in our camp). Day 03 We wake up early (around 5 AM) to hike to the summit and enjoy the sunrise at the top of our country and Central America, a nice hike around the crater rim and we go back to our camp to cook and eat breakfast, pack our stuff and hike back to our vehicle (usually we finish by 10 AM). We can eat lunch either at San Marcos or Quetzaltenango city (Xela) and then I take you back to your hotel or wherever you need. * Do not hesitate to contact me for a customized tour
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
Private car for paved road and a 4x4 pick up truck will take us to the start of the hiking trail.
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Guatemala City, Guatemala Department, Guatemala
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