Pacaya Volcano for Cruise Ship Passengers Quad Tour
Tour Details
After you arrive at the Puerto Quetzal cruise ship terminal, we’ll board the vehicle that will take us on a roughly one-and-a-half-hour ride to the base of the Pacaya volcano. Ready to explore volcanic trails while revving the engine of a powerful quad?
Upon arrival, we’ll equip you with helmets and protective gear, assign you your quads, and provide a technical briefing so you can learn to ride them safely. The route will start easy and gradually get more challenging, so you can adapt to the volcanic terrain before tackling the most spectacular sections.
Once we start our engines, we’ll venture into the Pacaya area, home to one of Guatemala’s most active volcanoes. During our 3-hour quad ride, we’ll drive through a landscape that looks like it’s from another planet, traversing solidified lava flows and petrified lava rivers. Did you know that Pacaya rises to over 2,500 meters (8,202 ft) in elevation and that its activity has been documented since colonial times?
Throughout the tour, we’ll admire Calderas Lake, nestled in a mountainous setting that contrasts strikingly with the aridity of the area. Afterward, we’ll continue traversing fields of hardened lava, observing fumaroles, and reaching a vantage point from which we’ll gaze upon the smoking crater.
Although we won’t climb to the summit for safety reasons, we’ll still enjoy magnificent views of the Guatemalan volcanic range and have perfect opportunities to take some amazing photos.
At the end of the quad tour, we’ll head back to the base, and from there we’ll return to the cruise ship terminal, where we’ll say our goodbyes after a total of 6 hours of adventure.
Activity Requirements
Please note that to drive the quads, you must have a valid driver’s license.
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Duration
6 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Pickup and drop–off at the cruise terminal
Transport by minibus or bus
English–speaking guide
Quad and helmet rental
Admission to Pacaya Volcano
Snack
Water
When to book?
You can book up until 6 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Mayaaventuras S.a. Corporate name: Experiencias Turísticas de Guatemala, S.A. Registered Office: Carretera A Ciudad Vieja 8c San Pedro El Panorama, Municipio de Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 120529831 Contact information Email: mayaaventurassa@gmail.com Phone: 45742344
If you have any other questions please contact us.