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Old Town Outfitters based in Antigua, Guatemala one of the oldest tour operators in the country. We pioneered the mountain bike scene and operate quality mountain bike tours in the Antigua valley, Lake Atitlan and the highlands of Guatemala. Acatenango volcano is a second home for our guides as we are on the mountain more than any other company. Our expert guides delivery quality, safe and fun adventures for families and independent travelers alike.
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fiona b
Grand Cayman97 contributions
Aug 2020
We hired bikes from Old Town Outfitters and went mountain biking with some friends who knew the routes. The bikes cost us Q150 each (so about US$20) for 4 hours. The bikes were in great condition and very good standard and made the fairly difficult uphill ride a lot easier. It was an absolutely fantastic day, the scenery was brilliant plus some challenging uphill and downhill trails. You do either need a local friend to take you on the trails or you need to book a guide with Old Town Outfitters. I would not recommend just arriving in Antigua and doing this ride yourself without a guide or some sort. I cannot wait to hire a bike again or book a guided bike tour with Old Town Outfitters soon.
Written August 15, 2020
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Merlin v
San Francisco, CA1 contribution
Apr 2021 • Friends
These guys are genius tour guides!!
We booked the two day Acatenango tour with them, being a group of 6 young and adventurous vegans, we were excited for the challenge of hiking up the volcano, and spending a nice and probably cold night there. Well, the morning of the trek, there was bad weather and we were not permitted entrance to the volcano.
Seeing how disappointed we were, Josias amd his driver designed a whole day plan that included everything we could have ever hoped for. A tour of a macadamia farm, a pit stop at a local brewery, a home cooked vegan meal, and an amazing shorter hike where we got to camp watching two volcanoes, and were able to see lava coming out of them st night!! In the morning we were greeted by a delicious breakfast after a short morning hike to try to catch the sunrise. Then we chilled on some hammocks as they prepared our ride back to the city. Seriously, this is everything we could've hoped for. These guys were geniuses at devicing a new plan once our original plans got cancelled, and best of all, they ended up refunding us the difference in the cost of the trip! They did a whole lot! We will recommend them to all of our friends as they try to get adventurous in Guatemala!
We booked the two day Acatenango tour with them, being a group of 6 young and adventurous vegans, we were excited for the challenge of hiking up the volcano, and spending a nice and probably cold night there. Well, the morning of the trek, there was bad weather and we were not permitted entrance to the volcano.
Seeing how disappointed we were, Josias amd his driver designed a whole day plan that included everything we could have ever hoped for. A tour of a macadamia farm, a pit stop at a local brewery, a home cooked vegan meal, and an amazing shorter hike where we got to camp watching two volcanoes, and were able to see lava coming out of them st night!! In the morning we were greeted by a delicious breakfast after a short morning hike to try to catch the sunrise. Then we chilled on some hammocks as they prepared our ride back to the city. Seriously, this is everything we could've hoped for. These guys were geniuses at devicing a new plan once our original plans got cancelled, and best of all, they ended up refunding us the difference in the cost of the trip! They did a whole lot! We will recommend them to all of our friends as they try to get adventurous in Guatemala!
Written April 9, 2021
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Kath
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Apr 2021 • Family
My husband and I, who are avid hikers, decided that we wanted to do an overnight hike but Volcan Acatenango - an unforgettable experience to watch frequent volcanic eruptions on the nearby El Fuego and Pacaya volcanos. Particularly because we were hiking with our young children, we sought out a highly reputable company that offers high quality gear and that has a strong safety ethic and experienced guides.
From our first interactions in Mimi in Old Town’s office, we were impressed by the level of professionalism. Mimi was incredibly helpful in organizing the trip and assigning us a guide (Lucas) who was great with kids.
The hike is truly remarkable and a must when visiting Guatemala! We witnessed however many people venturing up the mountain with inadequate gear. It can get incredibly cold and windy on top, meaning that embarking on this trip with a highly professional and reputable company is extra important. The night we stayed on the mountain the wind picked up, which led some people to abandon camp and hike down the volcano in the middle of the night. Because Old Town has not only good equipment but a designated campsite that is protected from the wind and looks directly onto El Fuego and it’s frequent eruptions, meant that we never felt concerned when the weather changed. Added to our sense of safety and security was our experienced guide Lucas who is also a trained mountain rescuer and understands the dangers of the mountain and when it is necessary to descend.
Lucas was a phenomenal guide! He was incredibly patient with the kids, helped us ascend the volcano at a perfect pace, and he makes delicious food! Because of the high winds and cold temperatures, my husband and I decided (with input from Lucas) that it would be wisest for our kids to remain in camp in the warmth of the tent rather that tackle the final 400m ascent in the dark to the summit. So that neither my husband nor I missed out on the experience, Lucas kindly summited twice! First with my husband and then later with me. This was definitely beyond the call of duty and was really appreciated.
If you are planning a trip up Volcan Acatenango I would HIGHLY recommend Old Town Outfitters. A super slick operation. Also don’t forget to request Lucas as your guide!
From our first interactions in Mimi in Old Town’s office, we were impressed by the level of professionalism. Mimi was incredibly helpful in organizing the trip and assigning us a guide (Lucas) who was great with kids.
The hike is truly remarkable and a must when visiting Guatemala! We witnessed however many people venturing up the mountain with inadequate gear. It can get incredibly cold and windy on top, meaning that embarking on this trip with a highly professional and reputable company is extra important. The night we stayed on the mountain the wind picked up, which led some people to abandon camp and hike down the volcano in the middle of the night. Because Old Town has not only good equipment but a designated campsite that is protected from the wind and looks directly onto El Fuego and it’s frequent eruptions, meant that we never felt concerned when the weather changed. Added to our sense of safety and security was our experienced guide Lucas who is also a trained mountain rescuer and understands the dangers of the mountain and when it is necessary to descend.
Lucas was a phenomenal guide! He was incredibly patient with the kids, helped us ascend the volcano at a perfect pace, and he makes delicious food! Because of the high winds and cold temperatures, my husband and I decided (with input from Lucas) that it would be wisest for our kids to remain in camp in the warmth of the tent rather that tackle the final 400m ascent in the dark to the summit. So that neither my husband nor I missed out on the experience, Lucas kindly summited twice! First with my husband and then later with me. This was definitely beyond the call of duty and was really appreciated.
If you are planning a trip up Volcan Acatenango I would HIGHLY recommend Old Town Outfitters. A super slick operation. Also don’t forget to request Lucas as your guide!
Written April 5, 2021
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fiona b
Grand Cayman97 contributions
Nov 2020
I loved this bike ride.
Now it isn't cheap and it isn't for beginners and it really is for those wanting a safe organised adventure. We paid about US$75 each for 5 people plus we paid extra to hire a full suspension bike. We all have our own bikes as we live here but we decided to treat ourselves and have the FS experience. We all agreed that was worth the extra. Four of us are beginner/intermediate riders. We ride a lot on our own around Antigua but I had heard this was a great trail.
For the El Zur, it is easier to book a trip with Old Town and I think they were brilliant. I am not sure how you arrange it on your own as it is a private forest.
It is about a 1-hour drive from Antigua to the private forest (it's not what a British person would call a park) and then you switch into a 4x4 truck to get up the mountain to the start of the downhill bike ride. We had 2 trucks, one never made it. The terrain after the rains was tricky and just the ride up was an adventure and a lot of fun. Eventually, we all got to the start though two of the group did have to walk/bike a bit of the uphill until they got picked up by the first truck. Then we started the ride.
It definitely challenged me and I even fell off a couple of times before I improved my skills and also learnt my limitations. I wasn't hurt except my pride was a little bruised. But for me, it was the most technical ride I have done so far. The scenery for the most part is in the forset which is super fun and despite being in the forest the scenery constantly changed. Possibly the highlight was the open fields which was breathtaking and incredibly good fun to bike.
It took us about 3.5hrs to get down, we stopped a lot to wait for each other but in my head, we didn't go that slow but we are not advanced riders.
At the end of the ride we were given beer and lunch which tasted so good.
Then it was an hour drive back to Antigua and we all didn't stop talking about how much fun we had and planning the next adventure.
So to re-cap.. It isn't the cheapest option for a bike ride in Guatemala but for me, it was worth every dollar. So if you can afford it and if you are not a beginner then this may just be the ride for you.. It is sooooo much fun.
But then Guatemala is full of amazing mountain bike trails.
if you are considering an MTB holiday then Guatemala is the country to choose so contact Old Town Outfitters so they can make this happen for you.
if you live in Guatemala and are an MTB addict then at some point you should do this trail and Old Town could make this easier for you.
Now it isn't cheap and it isn't for beginners and it really is for those wanting a safe organised adventure. We paid about US$75 each for 5 people plus we paid extra to hire a full suspension bike. We all have our own bikes as we live here but we decided to treat ourselves and have the FS experience. We all agreed that was worth the extra. Four of us are beginner/intermediate riders. We ride a lot on our own around Antigua but I had heard this was a great trail.
For the El Zur, it is easier to book a trip with Old Town and I think they were brilliant. I am not sure how you arrange it on your own as it is a private forest.
It is about a 1-hour drive from Antigua to the private forest (it's not what a British person would call a park) and then you switch into a 4x4 truck to get up the mountain to the start of the downhill bike ride. We had 2 trucks, one never made it. The terrain after the rains was tricky and just the ride up was an adventure and a lot of fun. Eventually, we all got to the start though two of the group did have to walk/bike a bit of the uphill until they got picked up by the first truck. Then we started the ride.
It definitely challenged me and I even fell off a couple of times before I improved my skills and also learnt my limitations. I wasn't hurt except my pride was a little bruised. But for me, it was the most technical ride I have done so far. The scenery for the most part is in the forset which is super fun and despite being in the forest the scenery constantly changed. Possibly the highlight was the open fields which was breathtaking and incredibly good fun to bike.
It took us about 3.5hrs to get down, we stopped a lot to wait for each other but in my head, we didn't go that slow but we are not advanced riders.
At the end of the ride we were given beer and lunch which tasted so good.
Then it was an hour drive back to Antigua and we all didn't stop talking about how much fun we had and planning the next adventure.
So to re-cap.. It isn't the cheapest option for a bike ride in Guatemala but for me, it was worth every dollar. So if you can afford it and if you are not a beginner then this may just be the ride for you.. It is sooooo much fun.
But then Guatemala is full of amazing mountain bike trails.
if you are considering an MTB holiday then Guatemala is the country to choose so contact Old Town Outfitters so they can make this happen for you.
if you live in Guatemala and are an MTB addict then at some point you should do this trail and Old Town could make this easier for you.
Written November 16, 2020
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Megan D
Atlanta, GA7 contributions
Dec 2019
If you're going to do the hike up Acatenango, do yourself a favor and book the doubleheader. The hike up Acatenango is pretty difficult, so once you get up there you might as well make the most of it instead of rushing right back down the next day! We had a great time with Old Town on the Doubleheader. Everything was perfect from start to finish, including transfer to and from the airport. Carlos was our guide on the doubleheader, and he was super friendly, knowledgable and encouraging! He also made delicious food!!
We lucked out and were the only two people on our tour, and I highly recommend it. Our campsite was right across the valley from Feugo, so we could see the eruptions at night while staying toasty in our tent. We brought our own equipment (sleeping bags, mats, etc) except for the tent, and the tent they gave us was a very roomy 3 person tent so we were super comfortable.
The main difference between the 3 day/2 night hike and the 2 day/1 night (other than obviously being longer) is that you don't have to get up at 4am to summit Acatenango on Day 2, you have the choice to sleep in and do the hike mid-morning to avoid the crowds. You also have the option to hike Feugo at sunset. This was the most incredible part of the trip, as you get pretty close to the eruptions and the sunset is gorgeous. Make sure you bring warm clothes and gloves, as it gets cold once the sun sets! We hiked back in the dark, which was great because it wasn't hot at all and it felt like it went by so quickly. We also got to see Pacaya erupting at the same time (which hadn't happened for months at that point) as Feugo on the hike back, which was pretty awesome. You definitely get what you pay for on these tours, so I would highly recommend spending a little extra and going with Old Town! They know what they're doing and had the best base camp site!!
We lucked out and were the only two people on our tour, and I highly recommend it. Our campsite was right across the valley from Feugo, so we could see the eruptions at night while staying toasty in our tent. We brought our own equipment (sleeping bags, mats, etc) except for the tent, and the tent they gave us was a very roomy 3 person tent so we were super comfortable.
The main difference between the 3 day/2 night hike and the 2 day/1 night (other than obviously being longer) is that you don't have to get up at 4am to summit Acatenango on Day 2, you have the choice to sleep in and do the hike mid-morning to avoid the crowds. You also have the option to hike Feugo at sunset. This was the most incredible part of the trip, as you get pretty close to the eruptions and the sunset is gorgeous. Make sure you bring warm clothes and gloves, as it gets cold once the sun sets! We hiked back in the dark, which was great because it wasn't hot at all and it felt like it went by so quickly. We also got to see Pacaya erupting at the same time (which hadn't happened for months at that point) as Feugo on the hike back, which was pretty awesome. You definitely get what you pay for on these tours, so I would highly recommend spending a little extra and going with Old Town! They know what they're doing and had the best base camp site!!
Written January 2, 2020
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TheOrangeBackpack.nl
Rotterdam, The Netherlands35 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
A spectacular sunrise from a volcano with a view of even more volcanoes. Waking up at night from eruptions. A hike through several ecosystems upwards. It doesn't get more impressive than conquering the volcano Acatenango. We have done the hike with Old Town Outfitters and can recommend this to anyone. We only walked with a small group of 8 people in total, but sometimes the groups are even smaller. The day before, a group with only 2 people went up. Old Town Outfitters works exclusively with local (English-speaking) guides with a lot of knowledge of their country and the volcano. Our guides were Mario and David and they were fantastic.
Written January 3, 2020
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Mike H
3 contributions
Jan 2020
Did the double down ride with Matt which was good times and ended at a cool Cerveceria for a beer and some food. Fun riding through farms and local people. A few days later did Pillars of Heaven with Oseas, which starts and ends at the shop in Antigua, a relatively quick “after work” type ride up 2000’ and down 2000’, which is what we wanted. We wanted to start the morning off in Antigua with a pedal and this delivered. Remember in the US we are very blessed with trails and trail networks. The riding was super fun, expect an awesome experience, but be reasonable and know that trails may be different here than at home and you’re loving riding through farms, sending out a “Buenos Dias” to all the nice people farming, laughing at barking dogs here and there, riding through Antigua, etc. I am a picky Enduro style mountain bike rider at home, but when I travel I just enjoy the exercise, the experience, the people, the inside knowledge and questions answered by the local guides and any sweet sections of single track are just a bonus. The highlight of pillars of heaven was in a small section up top that goes through a local farm, from 100 feet away a local literally yells “Hola! Buen Viaje!!” as we cruise by... just really nice people.
The bikes we got to ride were solid full suspension bikes and relative to US pricing, the cost for the guided rides when you factor in the bike being included, is legit.
The bikes we got to ride were solid full suspension bikes and relative to US pricing, the cost for the guided rides when you factor in the bike being included, is legit.
Written January 30, 2020
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M1cha3lNyack
Nyack, NY10 contributions
Dec 2019
We booked several trips with Old Town Outfitters -- Cucurucho Hike, Tierras Altas Mountain Biking, Tikal, Yaxha and Mirador. We had a great time on all of them and were thrilled with Old Town Outfitters. A few special comments. Eduardo was incredibly helpful as we corresponded by email about various options. His customer service was exemplary and he helped to ensure that our trip was customized to our liking. Fernando, our driver over three days for Tikal, Yaxha and Mirador was superb. He went above and beyond time and time again and was delightful company. Amado, our guide at Tikal and Yaxha was genuine, kind, generous and extremely knowledgeable. We felt like we made friends with him and Fernando and were sad to part ways. My wife and I have traveled extensively and we highly recommend Old Town Outfitters.
Written January 2, 2020
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Lexy L
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Jan 2020
My boyfriend and I recently returned from The Clymb's 8-Day multi-sport adventure trip hosted by Old Town Outfitters and we cannot say enough positive about the entire experience.
This trip combines several of Old Town Outfitters' excursions into a week long adventure. The first day consisted of the Valley Ride bicycle tour of surrounding villages of Antigua, next we hiked Picaya Volcano, the third and fourth days were made up of the Lago Atitlan Pedal & Paddle Tour, while the final two days were spent hiking and camping on Acatenango Volcano.
Both hotels, San Jorge in Antigua, and Casa Del Mundo on Lake Atitlan were top-notch with breathtaking views.
Our guide, David, was friendly, professional, skilled, and knowledgeable. He adjusted the pace as necessary, and was always considerate. On the Acatenango hike, we were joined by another guide Diego, who was equally adept at responding to client needs, and ensuring an excellent experience. They assured our safety, and always made sure we had enough delicious food to eat on excursions.
We are so happy we found this trip! Guatemala is a stunningly beautiful country and Old Town Outfitters could not have done a better job at guaranteeing the trip of a lifetime!
This trip combines several of Old Town Outfitters' excursions into a week long adventure. The first day consisted of the Valley Ride bicycle tour of surrounding villages of Antigua, next we hiked Picaya Volcano, the third and fourth days were made up of the Lago Atitlan Pedal & Paddle Tour, while the final two days were spent hiking and camping on Acatenango Volcano.
Both hotels, San Jorge in Antigua, and Casa Del Mundo on Lake Atitlan were top-notch with breathtaking views.
Our guide, David, was friendly, professional, skilled, and knowledgeable. He adjusted the pace as necessary, and was always considerate. On the Acatenango hike, we were joined by another guide Diego, who was equally adept at responding to client needs, and ensuring an excellent experience. They assured our safety, and always made sure we had enough delicious food to eat on excursions.
We are so happy we found this trip! Guatemala is a stunningly beautiful country and Old Town Outfitters could not have done a better job at guaranteeing the trip of a lifetime!
Written January 21, 2020
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Bart R
Gerlos, Austria63 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We did the overnight hike to Acatenango in a group of 4, so with another couple. Also booked 1 porter up and 1 porter down, which I highly recommend to do. It's more expensive than other agencies, but more than worth it. The great thing about Old Town Outfitters is that everything is arranged perfectly: 2 English speaking guides on 4 people, freshly made lunch with tortillas, avocado, beans, etc. instead of carrying your own box with some bread and peanut butter, top located tents in base camp, dinner, drinks,... Our guides Juan Carlos and Josias were great, professional and told us a lot on the road. We've seen groups of 20 people on 1 guide and we were so happy that we booked the tour with Old Town Outfitters.
Written February 7, 2020
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Does anyone know what the status is of the 4x4 track up acatenango? Last i heard it was wiped out in the rainy season.
Written December 19, 2018
The 4x4 route is open again but it needs to be reserved in advance.
Written December 20, 2018
Backpack_Cha
Paris, France
Bonjour,
Je souhaiterai connaitre le nom et si possible l'adresse de l'agence au quelle vous faites référence pour le treck sur le volcan Pacaya.
Aviez-vous randonné avec un petit groupe ? Je recherche principalement des trecks et rando hors des sentiers battus pour des personnes assez sportives.
Vous souvenez-vous du nombre d'heures de rando ?
Merci par avance pour votre réponse.
Charlotte
Written December 21, 2016
Old Town Outfitters
5a Avenida Sur # 12, Antigua Guatemala
+502 7832 4171
Written December 22, 2016
Hi did you guys have to wait for ages for a response from them? I've emailed 2 x and both time took ages to get a response which worries me that they arent legit?
Written September 22, 2016
Hi 86freespirit,
I wanted to apologize that our Sales Desk didn't get back to you in a quicker fashion. During the high season we are working overtime to handle current bookings but still strive to get back to leads within 24 hours. I hope you were able to book a tour and enjoy the great service from our guides on the trail.
Happy trails,
Chris
GM - Old Town Outfitters
Written November 14, 2016
When is the best time to go on the 4x4 tour? We would be going in the dry season
Written November 16, 2015
Dry season is definitely best, I would suggest between Nov - Feb for the best chance for ideal conditions.
Written December 20, 2018
Has anyone been on the 4x4 tour to Acatenango?
Written October 28, 2015
Lately the local conditions don't allow for the 4x4 tour... hiking is the best way to go.
Written November 16, 2015
Hi Bob,
Was this a mountain bike tour? How long, how hard, how many people? We are mtb racers and are interested in a challenge, in beautiful and remote terrain.
Written October 2, 2015
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