When is the best season to go on this adventure?

The guide recommends to visit La Malinche during Winter and Spring

What physical condition do I need to complete this experience?

You will climb a mountain from its base. This experience is a big physical challenge, so we recommend this experience to anyone who leads an active life and does cardiovascular exercise at least twice a week.

What type of clothes and gear do I need to take?

Warm Underwear Dryfit shirt or similar (polyester) Warm jacket (polyester) Rain jacket Nylon trousers winter hat Gloves Sunglasses Trekking boots Small backpack to carry your water, snacks and additional gear Sunblock

How is the weather in this experience?

Because of the altitude, it is always cold. From November to February, you can find sporadic snowfalls and low temperatures of -5 ºC. From March to June, the sky tends to be clear and you can reach temperatures of up to 0 ºC. From July to October, there may be heavy rains at night and cloudy skies. Even so, it is important to consider that in the mountains the weather can vary a lot, and despite the forecast, you always have to be prepared for any type of weather.

What size of backpack or backpack should I bring?

We suggest traveling light, with a backpack that holds everything necessary for the experience.

What happens if I get sick or injured during the trip and I can't go on?

The guide or staff would take you to a safe zone, and according to the level of the injury, you would be evacuated.

Is there an age range for his experience?

Yes, the suggested age range is from 12- 55.

Is there Wifi and/or Internet and cellphone coverage?

There are some areas during the hike where you'll find coverage, these areas include the summit.

What happens if I’m traveling by myself? Is it possible?

Yes! You will meet travelers with the same interests and love for outdoor activities.

Do I need any specific medical records or vaccination?

You must be in very good shape to handle hiking at 4000 meters above sea level. If you are under any medication, please consult your physician beforehand.

Tour Ascent to the Malinche

Safe Equipment

Helmet, Trecking Pools, Arnes (if there is snow: carmpons and piolet)

.Certified Instructor

.Expert Mountaineers with certifications.

.Beverages hydrating

Hydrating drinks necessary for this physical activity.

Snaks

Great meals for this physical activity.

Park access

Park access included

Raon trip

Roun trip included from Mexico City

Not included:

Meal not included

We recommend you bring cash with you for a meal after de trip.

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Day 1 Meeting point CDMX- Departure to Tlaxcala
6:00 am - 6:15 am

Meeting point CDMX- Departure to Tlaxcala

You arrive at the meeting point (Esquina de Av. Vicente Suarez y Av. Michoacán enfrente del mercado Michoacán en la colonia Condesa) before 6:00 AM. There are not many parking spaces available, so we recommend you get there in a transport service such as taxi or Uber. We ask you to be very punctual out of respect for the other people in the group. Once gathered, we start the 2-hour journey to Tlaxcala.
8:30 am - 8:40 am

Arrive at the starting point- Get ready

Stretch your legs and get ready to begin the hike.
9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Ascent Hike- Summit- Descent Hike

After reaching the park and leaving everything ready, you start the climb. You reach the base of the mountain and the height begins to feel. The landscapes here are already incredible.
You take a little traveled route to avoid crowds and you can get in direct contact with nature in the best way.
Prepare your cell phone or camera to take incredible photos during this tour! During the following 4 or 5 hours we will walk through this mountain, aiming to climb to the top, always aware that the decision on whether or not to make the summit corresponds to the guide who will make this determination, putting our safety first. Top at 4,420 masl If we manage to reach the top, we will have 15 to 30 minutes of rest before starting the descent, which can take between 3 or 4 hours depending on the terrain and energy we have left.
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Return from Mountain Base to México City

We leave from the base of the mountain by road (approximately 2 hours) back to the point where we left that same day. Expect to arriving at approximately 10:00 pm.

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Ascent to the Malinche

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Itinerary of your trip Ascent to the Malinche

Meeting point CDMX- Departure to Tlaxcala

Arrive at the starting point- Get ready

Ascent Hike- Summit- Descent Hike

Return from Mountain Base to México City

Tour leaving from Mexico City

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