Volcano Tours

From palm trees to majestic volcanoes

Come and join Volcano Tours on marvellous journeys through endless palm forests, gorgeous valleys and deep canyons. There you can enjoy the Nevado National Park which is more than 13,000 feet high and a spectacular view of its neighbouring peak “El Volcán de Fuego” the most active volcano in Mexico

During your guided journey with Volcano Tours you will discover an unknown México with amazing views. You will enjoy hiking, rappelling, and canyoning in the cool sunny weather of the higher inland near the most active volcano in México. Between 4,000 feet and 14,000 feet of elevation, you will discover incredibly different landscapes and fauna (birds especially) that will fulfill your adventurous spirit. The main focus will always be the observation of this active volcano and the communication of our best knowledge*.

1 La Yerbabuena and the tunnels…(very easy)

This tour takes place on the western slopes of the Fire Volcano. You’ll enjoy the cool weather of these forested valleys, tranquil lagoons and the impressive views of “El Volcán de Fuego”.

Going up slope through deep canyons and tropical forest we’ll discover San Antonio, La Yerbabuena, and “El Volcán de Fuego”. From there we’ll be able to observe the avalanches of lava and hear the volcanic explosions. Then you’ll discover the regional organic coffee, and its culture, a beautiful lake and mysterious tunnels in the crater of an inactive volcano. Then, we’ll invite you to discover the processing of the coffee bins, and to taste this delicious coffee. We’ll then go back to Comala to enjoy an amazing and tasty lunch. If you wish we’ll finish our journey by visiting Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo’s museum in Nogueras.

Departure: 8:00 am Duration: around 8 hours

Cost from Colima: 60 US$ Cost from Manzanillo: 70 US$

2 The Fire Volcano, the hidden lagoon, and rappelling in the crater of an extinct volcano…(fairly easy)

This tour also takes place on the western slopes of the Fire Volcano. You’ll enjoy cool weather during a beautiful hike in the tropical forest while observing birds and the most active volcano in México. We’ll first discover La Yerbabuena, and “El Volcán de Fuego”. From there we’ll be able to observe the avalanches of lava and hear the volcanic explosions. We’ll then hike near a mysterious Hidden Lagoon and reach the rim of the crater of an extinct volcano. We’ll enter the crater using rappelling technique (easy, even for beginners). We’ll continue hiking and you’ll discover the regional organic coffee, and its culture, and finally reach a beautiful crater lake. Then, we’ll invite you to discover the processing of the coffee bins, and taste this delicious coffee. We’ll then go back to Comala to enjoy an amazing typical lunch. If you wish we’ll finish our journey by visiting Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo’s museum in Nogueras.

Departure: 8:00 am Duration: around 9 hours

Cost from Colima: 65 US$ Cost from Manzanillo: 75 US$

3 The Nevado de Colima National Park (Good shape required)

Visit the Nevado de Colima National Park Observe Mexico’s most active volcano from a height of 13,300 feet!

During this tour we’ll guide you on the eastern side of the two volcanoes. After an amazing drive full of different landscapes we’ll enter the Nevado de Colima National Park. At higher elevation we’ll encounter another ecosystem and amazing views of these exotic regions. The Nevado volcano is at the heart of the national park. There we’ll hike and explore the park above 13,000 feet. This park is a unique natural reserve with more than 20 rare and endangered species. It is an ideal place to observe the active volcano “El Volcán de Fuego” from above.

Due to the elevation you’ll need to be in good shape. We’ll guide you to 13,180 feet (relatively easy 40 minute hike up slope) where you can observe the crater of the active volcano. An amazing challenge to yourself, while discovering an unknown Mexico from above. On our way back at the bottom we’ll relax and enjoy a traditional buffet.

Departure: 8:00 am Duration: around 10 hour

Cost from Colima: 75 US$ Cost from Manzanillo: 85 US$

4 The Nevado de Colima Summit

(very good shape and mountaineering experience required)

Observe Mexico’s most active volcano from a height of

14,300 feet!

During this tour we’ll guide you to the top of the inactive neighboring peak of the Fire Volcano(13,000 feet). This hike requires excellent physical condition and a good level of experience in mountaineering (1 hour 40 minute hike up slope above 13,000 feet). Due to the proximity of the active volcano, a special permit is necessary to go to the summit. We need to know you want to go to the top at least two days in advance to obtain the permit. It is important to know that even with the permit the authorities can stop us to enter the volcanic dangerous zone and to go to the top if the Fire Volcano enters in higher activity. This is an amazing challenge to yourself, while discovering an unknown Mexico from above. On our way back at the bottom we’ll relax and enjoy a well deserved traditional buffet.

Departure: 8:00 am Duration: around 10 hour

Cost from Colima: 100 US$ Cost from Manzanillo: 120 US$

5 Volcano and Ballet (very easy)

Enjoy the best traditional ballet in Mexico and

Observe Mexico’s most active volcano at night!

This tour is the laid-back and cultural version of our tours.

After enjoying a great dinner in Colima we’ll go to a spectacular folkloric show in Colima. The show will be performed by the Colima Folkloric Ballet. It is the best folkloric ballet in Mexico and is the official representative of Mexico in many international events. After the show it will be dark enough to guide you to specific places where one can observe the glowing lava flows. This unforgettable experience will make you discover the real México and its profound culture.

Departure: 4:30 pm Duration: around 6 hours

Cost from Colima: 60 US$ Cost from Manzanillo: 70 US$

6 Canyoning in the volcanic canyons (fairly easy)

This tour is an easy adventure where you’ll enjoy a nice day near Minatitlan, playing in the volcanic canyons and rappelling in the waterfalls. The sceneries are majestic and the playground is delightful.

Departure: 8:00 am Duration: around 6 hour

Cost from Colima: 60 US$ Cost from Manzanillo: 60 US$

Important Notice:

All our tours include: Air conditioned transportation, Refreshments, snack, Regional dinner, Fees, English and French speaking guides.

Attire: Running shoes or hiking boots, Sunglasses, Sun-tan lotion, Long pants, sweater, Hat, Camera.

*To give you the best information and highest safety level we are always in contact with “Protection Civil” and the Volcanologic Centre of the University of Colima. Your guide has three Masters in Earth and Ocean Sciences and is addicted to many outdoor activities. We hope that our level of experience and professionalism in eco-tourism will satisfy your expectations. For information about any other outdoor activity you’re interested in (Hang gliding, paragliding, biking, scuba-diving…) just ask us we’ll be pleased to inform you and refer you to the right people. Please e-mail us or call us at:

volcano@colimamagic.com

or from Manzanillo or places other than Colima City:

01 312 31 07483

01 312 101 5015

and from Colima City:

044 312 31 07483

044 312 101 5015

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