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NEVADO DE TOLUCA

The "naked man"

4,680 m.a.s.l.

Obsidiana Travel

Prepare for a high-altitude adventure on this dormant volcano, Mexico's fourth highest mountain at an imposing 4,680 meters above sea level. Known ancestrally as Xinantécatl ("Naked Lord" in Nahuatl), and popularly as Nevado de Toluca, this sleeping giant awaits you with spectacular volcanic landscapes and exciting challenges.

Xinantécatl ("Naked Lord" in Nahuatl)


It is a stratovolcano or composite volcano, formed by multiple layers of hardened lavas, pyroclastic deposits (fragments of volcanic rock, ash, pumice) and mudflows (lahars) that have accumulated throughout its different eruptive stages.

Its origin dates back approximately 2.6 million years during the Pliocene, with the emission of andesitic and dacitic lavas that began to build the main volcanic structure.


Natural Beauty and Biodiversity


One of the most striking features of this volcano are its two large lagoons visible from the summit; the Lagoons of the Sun (in Nahuatl, Altepeyocatl) and of the Moon (in Nahuatl, Metztliocatl) are two bodies of water of volcanic origin that are located in the heart of the crater of Xinantécatl, or Nevado de Toluca.

They are one of the most distinctive and beautiful features of this volcano.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

One-day ascent - Cañada del Oso route

Day 1


  • 4:30 am - Departure from Mexico City to Toluca (Approximate travel time of 2 hours)

  • 7:00 am - Arrival at Los Venados Park. Brief talk about the site and the parameters of the hike. Once we're ready, we'll begin the adventure!

  • 12:00 pm - Approximate summit time and time for photographs.

  • 4:00 pm - Return to the parking lot. Lunch at the foot of the volcano.

  • 9:00 pm: Approximate return to Mexico City


*The program may change according to expedition parameters, weather and group adaptation.

Additional information


  • Duration of the ascent: 5-6 hours (approx.)

  • Duration of the descent: 3-4 hours (approx.)

  • Distance: 12 km

  • Elevation gain: 960 m

  • Difficulty: Beginners with good physical condition

  • Temperature during the day: -1ºC to approximately 5ºC


*Prior training is recommended if your lifestyle is low/no physical activity - sedentary

Meeting Points


Group

4:30 am

Col. Condesa: Guadalajara Street corner of Parque España


If you arrive on your own

7 am

Los Venados Park Parking


Private

It will be agreed with the client according to what has been stipulated.

(The final rate will be communicated in advance)

EQUIPO REQUERIDO

Personal Equipment


  • Backpack with a minimum capacity of 30 L

  • Water container with a capacity of 1L (At least two)

  • Boots suitable for trekking (not sneakers)

  • Trekking socks

  • Thin fleece gloves

  • Sunglasses (UV protection)

  • Sun hat

  • Lamp

  • Sunscreen SPF 70+

  • First layer of clothing: Dry Fit (Shirt and Pants)

  • Second layer of clothing: Polar

  • Third layer of clothing: Goretex wind and rain protection

  • Change of clothes for the return from the climb


This equipment is for personal use and must be carried by each person interested in reaching the summit.

Technical Team


  • Crampons (only in snowstorms)

  • Ice axe (only in snowstorms)

  • Trekking poles

  • Helmet


This equipment is provided by the agency

Don't you have a particular item?

Don't worry!

We have equipment available for rent.

ADVENTURE PACKAGES

PREMIUM ADVENTURE

  • Transportation from Mexico City

  • Entrances to Los Venados Park

  • Box lunch for the hike

  • Safety equipment (helmet, trekking poles, crampons and ice axe)

  • Guides: 4 people x 1 guide

  • Radio communication between guides

  • First aid kit

  • Guides trained in WFR and WAFA (Rescue and First Aid)


Food on the descent from the summit is not included.

$1,800 MXN

UPCOMING DATES

  • 27 (FULL DAY)

PAYMENT METHODS

How to book?

1. MAKE THE PAYMENT

50% of the total payment is requested as an advance.


2. SEND TICKET

Once you have made your payment, please contact us via WhatsApp to track your booking.


3. SAFE MOUNTAIN

Once your purchase is confirmed, we will send you a form to gather more information about you and in case of emergencies.



WhatsApp:

+52 55 1963 4006


Payment Methods

VIA BANK TRANSFER / WESTERN UNION

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  • Payment in 3 Months + 5% Commission

  • Payment in 6 Months + 8% Commission


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