Volcan San Pedro
Key information: Volcan San Pedro 
- The attractive, vegetated cone of Volcan San Pedro looms above the south-west side of the beautiful Lake Atitlan.
- It reaches 3,020m and will generously share with you its enormous views over the lake and to the mountains and volcanoes surrounding it.
Walkopedia rating
- Walkopedia rating92
- Beauty34
- Natural interest17
- Human interest8
- Charisma33
- Negative points0
- Total rating92
Vital Statistics
- Length: 9km
- 6-7hrs
- Maximum Altitude: 3,020m
- Level of Difficulty: Strenuous
WALK SUMMARY
The attractive, vegetated cone of Volcan San Pedro looms above the south-west side of the beautiful Lake Atitlan.
It reaches 3,020m and will generously share with you its enormous views over the lake and to the mountains and volcanoes surrounding it.
It is a relatively easy (9km/6-7hr) walk beginning at 1,800m, which winds through cultivated areas – coffee and corn – before spending the majority of the route in thick montane forest.
This is demanding walking on a high mountain with unpredictable weather and where altitude can cause real problems. Take it slowly and come prepared.
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Contents
Other great walks in Guatemala
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Mayan Guatemala
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Western Volcanic Highlands, Chicabal Crater Lake
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Western Volcanic Highlands, Volcan Acatenango and Volcan Fuego
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Western Volcanic Highlands, Volcan Pacaya
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Western Volcanic Highlands, Volcan Santa Maria
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Western Volcanic Highlands, Volcan Tajumulco
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Western Volcanic Highlands, Volcan Zunil
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Walking with Trees: the Kumano Kōdō Kōhechi - Stephen Barber's account and photos of one of Japan's great pilgrimage trails. March 2021
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