The tour begins with hotel pickup in Panajachel at 3:00 a.m. You will travel with other passengers by shared minivan to Santa Clara La Laguna. Upon arrival, there will be a brief 5-minute stop before starting the hike.
Accompanied by a local Spanish-speaking guide, you will hike for approximately 45 minutes to reach the summit of Indian Nose Mountain. From the top, enjoy a spectacular sunrise with panoramic views of Lake Atitlán, surrounded by the San Pedro, Atitlán, and Tolimán volcanoes.
You will spend approximately two hours at the summit to relax and take in the breathtaking scenery. To keep you warm in the early morning cold, a hot chocolate drink will be provided.
After hiking back down to the base, you will return to Panajachel by shared minivan.
Panajachel, Guatemala
“A shared minivan will meet you in Panajachel at your hotel door to pick you up for a two-hour ride to Santa Clara La Laguna, where you will meet your guide for instructions before beginning the 45-minute hike to the summit.”
Santa Clara La Laguna, Guatemala
Upon arrival at Santa Clara La laguna, around 4.45 am, you will drop off at center of village, you will get intructions for the guide and hike up at Indian nose for 45 minutes.
San Juan la Laguna, Guatemala
“After meeting your guide in Santa Clara La Laguna, you will begin a 45-minute hike to the summit. Enjoy approximately 1.5 hours at the top before descending and returning to Panajachel by shared minivan.”
Santa Clara La Laguna, Guatemala
After a great sunrise hike at Indian Nose Summit, you make your way back down to the base, legs a little tired but heart completely full. The early morning light now spills across the valleys, revealing the dramatic landscape you climbed in the dark.
Panajachel, Guatemala
At the base, you reconnect with your shared transport, ready for the scenic ride back to Panajachel. The drive winds through the stunning highland mountains, passing small villages and lush hillsides, with breathtaking views of Lake Atitlán appearing between the peaks.
“The driver meets the travelers at the hotel door and confirms their names.”
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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