The Top 12 Peaks in Guatemala
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Guatemala is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 12
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Guatemala for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Guatemala for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 8, 2025
Summit of Volcán de Acatenango
Highlight • Summit
Great two day trip up Acatenango and Fuego. Six hour ascent of Acatenango and then an overnight tent in the crater before tackling Fuego in the morning. A great couple of days.
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Acatenango Base Camps
Highlight • Mountain Hut
If you stand on the slope of Fuego and look across to Acatenango, you can see several "campamentos" on its flanks. At night, the eruptions of Fuego are even more spectacular because you can see the glowing red lava fountains.
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San Pedro Volcano Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
A great hike with an awesome view at the end. Komoot was not accurate for me here - it said 7.7km up and down, however my Garmin Watch said 9.4km …
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Volcán de Fuego
Highlight • Volcano
We had a great two day trip up Acatenango and Fuego. After a six hour ascent of Acatenango and we overnighted in a tent in the crater before tackling Fuego …
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View of Lake Atitlán from Indian Nose
Highlight • Viewpoint
The nose has the name, because from the distance of the lake, the topography of the mountains is like a face.
The sunrise with the lake is beautiful. To go up, I recommend the walk to Santa Maria. => Early
The sunrise with the lake is beautiful. To go up, I recommend the walk to Santa Maria. => Early
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Volcán Tajumulco Summit
Highlight • Summit
The highest point in Guatemala at 4,219m and a lovely two day hike to the peak with an overnight camp at around 4,000m. A gorgeous summit sunrise and a lovely …
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View of Volcán Santiaguito from Volcán Santa María
Highlight • Viewpoint
From the top of the volcan Santa Maria (3810masl) is a good view to the active Santiaguito and the city of Xela.
Important is, to hike early in the morning. …
Important is, to hike early in the morning. …
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Pacaya Volcano
Highlight • Volcano
Pacaya is an active complex volcano in Guatemala, which first erupted approximately 23,000 years ago and has erupted at least 23 times since the Spanish invasion of Guatemala. Pacaya rises …
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Volcán Tacaná Summit
Highlight • Summit
Volcan Tacaná is the second highest peak in Central America at 4,066 metres (13,323ft), located in the Sierra Madre de Chiapas of northern Guatemala and southern Mexico.[1] It is also …
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Tacaná Summit Camp and Border Marker
Highlight • Summit
The summit camp of a sorts just below the summit of Tacana. A mixture of sticks and a black plastic bag mini village. A nice place to relax after a …
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