Trek to Chicabal Volcano and Lagoon near Quetzaltenango , Guatemala

Recommended by 91% of travelers

Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

7 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Equal parts natural wonder and cultural landmark, Lake Chicabal is a top attraction for Quetzaltenango (Xela) area visitors. Hiking with a guide is not only the safest way to visit the crater lake—also a Mam Mayan ceremonial site—but also makes for the easiest transportation logistics straight from your Xela hotel.

Lake Chicabal hiking tour from Quetzaltenango (Xela)
Guide leads you past Mayan altars and down twisting trails
Easiest and safest way to visit the popular Xela day trip destination
Pickup and drop-off from Xela included—no need to bus to the trailhead

What's Included

Driver/guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
Round-trip shared transfer

Gratuities
Entrance Fees

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We only pick up in Quetzaltenango

Operating hours
.6:00 am

What To Expect

Laguna Chicabal

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum number of 2 persons applies. If you book for yourself, there is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Service animals allowed

Infant seats available
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7

based on 11 reviews

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Great hike with a great guide

Sophie_K, Aug 2025

This was such an amazing experience! We loved our guide and how he made it feel like just me and my fiancé the whole time. We could walk slow or fast, and he was with us the entire time. He was also very knowledgeable about Xela and the country of Guatemala, which made for great conversation. We will do this again!

An amazing trip. My guide Eddie was...

Douglas R, Apr 2018

An amazing trip. My guide Eddie was a fantastic guide. The walk up to the top of the volcano was not as difficult as I had imagined. The trip down to me was more difficult. Chicabal Volcano and Lagoon are incredibly beautiful. I definitely recommend this trip.