PICO DE ORIZABA
It’s an excellent introduction to the world of high-altitude mountaineering and great preparation for climbing other peaks on our trips to Ecuador, Bolivia, and Nepal.
You need to reserve two full days because we will depart very early and return the following day around 10:00 PM to Mexico City. The schedule may vary depending on the group’s pace.
Required training level: High (previous mountaineering experience required)
Maximum ratio of two clients per guide.
TYPE : Ascenso a cumbre de la montaña más alta de México
DURATION: 12 hours of hiking
PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY: High
LEVEL: Intermediate
DATES: Check our calendar
COST PER PERSON: 9,650 Mexican pesos
Included
- Guide (1 guide for every 2 clients)
- Technical equipment (harness, ice axe, crampons, helmet, carabiners, rope, trekking poles)
- Equipment purchase advisory
- Round-trip transportation from Mexico City
- 4x4 transportation from Tlachichuca-Puebla to Piedra Grande Refuge
- Dinner upon arrival at the mountain
- Summit lunch
- Lunch after descending
Not Included
- Breakfast before leaving Mexico City
- Clothing for your ascent (check the "necessary items" section)
- No hay servicios incluidos.
- No hay servicios no incluidos.
PAYMENT
PACKAGE WITH TRANSPORTATION AND MEALS
Cost: 9,650 Mexican pesos per person.
Includes full transportation (4×4 and round-trip from Mexico City), lodging, and meals.
PACKAGE WITHOUT TRANSPORTATION FROM MEXICO CITY
Cost: 7,500 pesos per person.
Includes transportation to the Refuge (only 4×4 vehicles, not from Mexico City), lodging, and meals.
BANK DETAILS
Banamex CLABE:
0021 8070 0806 3487 99
CRISTEL VANESSA ESTOL GARAY
Lista de equipo:
30-liter backpack
Headlamp (bring new batteries)
llevar baterías nuevas
Buff
Thick socks
Long underwear
Upper base layer
(non-cotton)
Waterproof pants
Fleece or polar jacket
Waterproof jacket
Gore-Tex
Thick waterproof gloves
(-10°C)
Beanie
Mountaineering boots
Sleeping bag
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Energy gummies and snacks for the summit
Trekking pants
Thin gloves
Sleeping pad
Additional equipment required:
Preguntas frecuentes:
To climb Pico de Orizaba, you must be in excellent physical condition. We recommend having completed at least one prior ascent, such as Nevado de Toluca or a peak above 4,500 meters.
You’ll hike for about 12 hours, divided into 9 hours of climbing and 3 hours of descent.
It’s a very cold mountain, especially at dawn when temperatures can drop to -10°C.
It’s extremely important to bring all the clothing listed. We do not allow ascents in sneakers or without proper high-altitude boots and appropriate gear for this type of activity.
With more than 2 people, we can organize private outings on any day you prefer. Prices may vary depending on the number of participants.
We don’t sleep much because the ascent begins at midnight, but we rest for a few hours at the camp.
The tents are provided by us, shared between two people.
We have a highly qualified team of guides who will take care of you at all times.
Vanessa Estol often accompanies many of our trips as a team leader (though she is not a guide), depending on the group size.
We usually go to this mountain on Fridays or Saturdays.
We depart from Mexico City from a meeting point in Colonia del Valle very early in the morning to arrive in the village of Tlachichuca before noon. There, we switch to a 4×4 vehicle and drive another hour and a half to the base camp of Pico de Orizaba, where we set up camp and distribute the mountaineering equipment.
The usual ratio is 2 people per guide. In exceptional cases, if someone needs to descend, a group of 3 people with one guide may be formed.
If you want a higher chance of success and not depend on the person climbing with you, you can inquire about private guided climbs.
Once you reserve your spot, we secure services such as guides and transportation; therefore, there are no changes or cancellations. However, you can transfer your spot to a friend if you cannot attend.
The only condition is that the person must meet the physical requirements for the activity and be over 18 years old.
We cannot guarantee good weather or summit success. However, we do not organize this type of expedition during the rainy season to avoid situations that could reduce the chances of success.
Most of the people who travel with us come without companions. Don’t worry about this. Our groups bring together people who share a love for nature and adventure, and they always leave with new friends.
Participants must be at least 15 years old and accompanied by their parents, guardians, or tutors. There is no upper age limit. We’ve taken people up to 75 years old who are physically active without any issues.
The only requirement is to be someone who exercises regularly and has no medical conditions that would prevent participation.
No. We include the helmet, trekking poles, crampons, ice axe, ropes, etc., in the cost.
You only need to bring your mountaineering clothing and, of course, proper boots.
Included
- Guide (1 guide for every 2 clients)
- Technical equipment (harness, ice axe, crampons, helmet, carabiners, rope, trekking poles)
- Equipment purchase advisory
- Round-trip transportation from Mexico City
- 4x4 transportation from Tlachichuca-Puebla to Piedra Grande Refuge
- Dinner upon arrival at the mountain
- Summit lunch
- Lunch after descending
Not Included
- Breakfast before leaving Mexico City
- Clothing for your ascent (check the "necessary items" section)
PAYMENT
PACKAGE WITH TRANSPORTATION AND MEALS
Cost: 9,650 Mexican pesos per person.
Includes full transportation (4×4 and round-trip from Mexico City), lodging, and meals.
PACKAGE WITHOUT TRANSPORTATION FROM MEXICO CITY
Cost: 7,500 pesos per person.
Includes transportation to the Refuge (only 4×4 vehicles, not from Mexico City), lodging, and meals.
BANK DETAILS
Banamex CLABE:
0021 8070 0806 3487 99
CRISTEL VANESSA ESTOL GARAY
Lista de equipo:
30-liter backpack
Headlamp (bring new batteries)
llevar baterías nuevas
Buff
Thick socks
Long underwear
Upper base layer
(non-cotton)
Waterproof pants
Fleece or polar jacket
Waterproof jacket
Gore-Tex
Thick waterproof gloves
(-10°C)
Beanie
Mountaineering boots
Sleeping bag
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Energy gummies and snacks for the summit
Trekking pants
Thin gloves
Sleeping pad
Additional equipment required:
Preguntas frecuentes:
To climb Pico de Orizaba, you must be in excellent physical condition. We recommend having completed at least one prior ascent, such as Nevado de Toluca or a peak above 4,500 meters.
You’ll hike for about 12 hours, divided into 9 hours of climbing and 3 hours of descent.
It’s a very cold mountain, especially at dawn when temperatures can drop to -10°C.
It’s extremely important to bring all the clothing listed. We do not allow ascents in sneakers or without proper high-altitude boots and appropriate gear for this type of activity.
With more than 2 people, we can organize private outings on any day you prefer. Prices may vary depending on the number of participants.
We don’t sleep much because the ascent begins at midnight, but we rest for a few hours at the camp.
The tents are provided by us, shared between two people.
We have a highly qualified team of guides who will take care of you at all times.
Vanessa Estol often accompanies many of our trips as a team leader (though she is not a guide), depending on the group size.
We usually go to this mountain on Fridays or Saturdays.
We depart from Mexico City from a meeting point in Colonia del Valle very early in the morning to arrive in the village of Tlachichuca before noon. There, we switch to a 4×4 vehicle and drive another hour and a half to the base camp of Pico de Orizaba, where we set up camp and distribute the mountaineering equipment.
The usual ratio is 2 people per guide. In exceptional cases, if someone needs to descend, a group of 3 people with one guide may be formed.
If you want a higher chance of success and not depend on the person climbing with you, you can inquire about private guided climbs.
Once you reserve your spot, we secure services such as guides and transportation; therefore, there are no changes or cancellations. However, you can transfer your spot to a friend if you cannot attend.
The only condition is that the person must meet the physical requirements for the activity and be over 18 years old.
We cannot guarantee good weather or summit success. However, we do not organize this type of expedition during the rainy season to avoid situations that could reduce the chances of success.
Most of the people who travel with us come without companions. Don’t worry about this. Our groups bring together people who share a love for nature and adventure, and they always leave with new friends.
Participants must be at least 15 years old and accompanied by their parents, guardians, or tutors. There is no upper age limit. We’ve taken people up to 75 years old who are physically active without any issues.
The only requirement is to be someone who exercises regularly and has no medical conditions that would prevent participation.
No. We include the helmet, trekking poles, crampons, ice axe, ropes, etc., in the cost.
You only need to bring your mountaineering clothing and, of course, proper boots.
Itinerary
Day 1 -
Departure from Mexico City
6:00 AM
Meeting point in Colonia del Valle to depart for Tlachichuca-Puebla.
11:00 AM
Arrival in Puebla and transfer by 4×4 to Piedra Grande Refuge.
1:30 PM
Arrival at our camp.
3:00 PM
Acclimatization hike. Upon returning, equipment distribution and instructions.
6:00 PM
Dinner and early bedtime to wake up at midnight.
Day 2 -
Pico de Orizaba
1:00 AM
Start of the hike to the summit.
8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Summit.
12:00 PM
Return to camp.
3:00 PM
Return to Tlachichuca for lunch.
10:00 PM
Return to Mexico City.
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