Fuego means Fire in Spanish and it is a highly active vulcano in the heart of Guatemala. Acatenango is Fuego’s dormant sibling neighbor, the two peaks are a mere two kilometers apart. Hiking up Acatenango offers unbeatable views of visual spectacles involving erupting lava from Fuego which you definitely will never forget.
Hiking tours to the Acatenango summit depart daily from the beautiful colonial town of Antigua, which is only 80 minute drive from Guatemala city and its International Airport.
In Antigua, you will find a multitude of tour operators going to Acatenango and hopefully this guide will help you to select the one that fits your expectations and budget the best.