Location: Quetzaltenango
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Quetzaltenango, also known by its Maya name, Xelajú [ʃelaˈχu] or Xela [ˈʃela], is the second largest city of Guatemala. It is both the capital of Quetzaltenango Department and the municipal seat of Quetzaltenango municipality.
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1. Santa Maria Volcano
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 157 reviews
Reviewed By junetb2018
Just last weekend I hiked up Volcan Santa Maria with some friends and a guide from Casa Xelaju. We left at 2:30am to catch the sunrise at the top, and we got their just in time! The view from above is astounding, and we got to see a sunrise above the clouds. It's a tough climb, but definitely worth the effort. If you get there in the morning, you should be able to see smoke from an active volcano below. I wouldn't recommend going without somebody who knows the area as there are a multitude of trails that could lead you in every which way. If your interested in doing the hike, Casa Xelaju is more than happy to take people up there for a small fee. They can also take you up Cerro Quemado - a less touristy, but nonetheless beautiful volcano.
2. Laguna Chicabal
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4.5 based on 164 reviews
Reviewed By solidarity4ever
It's nt an easy hike so one must be in shape. Beuatiful and serene and considered to be a sacred place by the local Maya folk. Bring a light jacked as it can chilly.
3. Santiaguito Volcano
4. Cerro El Baul
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4.0 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By chey_baybee - Fort Collins, United States
I hiked this early on a Sunday morning. I had been warned about the ladron's on the trail, but luckily I did not run into any of them. It is an easy hike from Xela and sitting on the top reading a book was a pleasant way to spend a Sunday morning. If you get hungry, there are tortilla-ladies selling tortillas, meat, chips and soft drinks. Carry a rock or stick to scare off the dogs.
