Trekking and Geology on the Nevado de Toluca
About this day trip
- Destination
- Nevado de Toluca volcano (Xinantécatl), State of Mexico
- Departure city
- Raíces / Toluca
- Available days
- Tuesday to Sunday
- Length
- 7 hours
- Departure time
- 07:00 h
- Return time
- 14:00 h
Description
Take a demanding guided mountain hike to the craters of this extinct volcano and the beautiful Sun and Moon lakes, learning about its geology and alpine ecosystem.
Itinerary
- Meet at the main square of the village of Raíces.
- Start of the guided climb toward the crater and the lakes.
- Interpretive walk around the Sun and Moon lakes.
- Descent and end of the tour in Raíces.
What’s included
- Guide specialized in high mountains.
What’s not included
- Tips and meals.
- Official permits or national park entrance fees (paid by the traveler).
- Rental of mountain and specialized safety gear (paid by the traveler).
- Transportation to the meeting point (paid by the traveler).
Before you go
- Meeting point
- Main square of the village of Raíces, State of Mexico.
- Where to stay
- Stay in Toluca or Zinacantepec.
- Getting there
- Transportation to the meeting point is not included and is paid by the traveler.
- What to bring
- Thermal, waterproof layers, hiking boots, trekking poles, water and energy snacks.
Important notice
Important notice. This service is subject to availability. Because it is an outdoor activity, the company is not responsible for changes, disruptions or cancellations caused by adverse weather.
