Mexico City Hike: Conquer the Ajusco National Park with a Personal Guide (Private/ 12h)

Mexico City Hike: Conquer the Ajusco National Park with a Personal Guide (Private/ 12h)
From USD $73.00
  • Duration: 12 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: Mexico City, Parque Nacional Cumbres del Ajusco
  • Product code: P16NCC

Overview

Join us for a day of adventure and exploration as we take you on a private tour to Cumbres del Ajusco National Park, to climb the highest summit in Mexico City and spend most of your time in the natural reserve.

Highlights

  • Breathe fresh air and have fun in the forest without leaving Mexico City.
  • Climb the Ajusco volcano, the highest summit in Mexico City at 3930 m, and see an impressive landscape.
  • Get incredible views of the Valley of Mexico and take spectacular photos of the city from above.
  • Get valuable information from your guide about the flora and fauna that live in this important natural reserve.

Itinerary

After we pick you up from your accommodation in the morning, we’ll head straight to the Tlalpan area, in Southern Mexico City to get to Cumbres del Ajusco National Park, avoiding traffic and maximizing our time on the trail. Our first stop will be Pico del Aguila, located at 3930 m above sea level, where we’ll begin our guided hike to the summit. The trail will take us through the stunning pine and oak forests of this important natural reserve, and we’ll be on the lookout for the park’s diverse flora and fauna along the way. Once we reach the summit, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views.

From there, we’ll continue to Cruz del Marques, the park’s second-highest summit. Along the way, we’ll stop for a well-deserved break and enjoy the snacks and box lunch we provided. Once we reach the summit, we’ll take a moment to soak in the stunning views of the huge Valley of Mexico before making our descent, and also take amazing pictures from above.

After our hike, we’ll head back to the park entrance, where you can enjoy an optional authentic Mexican lunch at a locally-owned restaurant before we return. Our experienced guide will be with you every step of the way, sharing interesting insights about the park’s history and culture, and ensuring your safety on the trail.

After a day of new experiences, return to our vehicle and relax on the way back to your accommodation.

Why go with us

  • The time of the tour is spent purely on sightseeing: no visits to souvenir shops/restaurants (unless you ask).
  • An ideal choice for small groups: the price of the tour is fixed and varies just slightly depending on the size of the group.
  • We are flexible: we can adjust the program and route to your interests while the duration of the tour can be always extended for an extra fee.
  • Our professional guides will always look after you on the Ajusco Hiking Tour. 

Logistics

DEPARTURE TIME AND LOCATION
Default departure times are 06:00, 07:00, and 8:00 AM, but we can also adjust them per your request. Our guide will meet you at the requested time and location and might need to contact you by phone. Therefore, please kindly provide a valid phone number during your booking.

TOUR DURATION AND CUSTOMIZATION
The standard duration of the Iztaccihuatl hiking tour is 12 h from the moment of a meetup. On the other hand, the tour is customizable which means we can adjust the time you spend at each destination. For example, if you want to visit an extra location (attraction/restaurant/market, etc.), you can do it on a complimentary basis if this visit (1) fits the default duration of the tour and  (2) doesn’t involve a change of the route.

TRANSPORT
Complimentary pick-up/drop-off is included: please indicate the exact time and location for your pick-up during your booking (e.g. in the “Special Requirements” field). That is to say, we can pick you up from the following parts of Mexico City: Polanco, Condesa, Roma, Centro Historico. Other more remote locations might involve an extra fee.

WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU
Comfortable clothes and (preferably hiking) shoes;  hat/cap, sunglasses, and sunscreen; travel insurance; good mood and curiosity. Also, bear in mind your physical condition to better experience our Ajusco Hiking Tour. 

Notes

  • The type of vehicle depends on the size of your group and may include a car, 7-seater, or minivan.
  • This is a private tour: only your group will participate.
  • This tour involves ~5-6 h of hiking with an elevation gain of ~400-700 m (depending on your fitness level and hiking skills), so travelers should have moderate physical condition.
  • During this tour, we will reach a height of over 3900 m (vs ~2250 m in Mexico City). Therefore, travelers coming from lower altitudes should preferably stay at least 1-2 days in Mexico City upon arrival for adaptation to avoid altitude sickness.