Parque Nacional Volcán de Pacaya y Laguna de Calderas

Top Attractions in Parque Nacional Volcán de Pacaya y Laguna de Calderas

Pacaya & Laguna de Calderas Essentials

Explore the active volcanic landscape of Pacaya National Park, centered around the 2,552-meter Mackenney cone. This list features essential stops along the hiking trails, including the Cerro Chino ridge for crater views and geothermal caves that function as natural steam saunas. Visitors can observe recent lava flows, visit a shop specializing in volcanic stone jewelry, and see the unique process of baking pizza over volcanic heat vents. The area also offers views of Laguna de Calderas, a lake formed within an ancient caldera.

Pacaya & Laguna de Calderas Essentials — Map

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Pacaya Volcano

Pacaya is an active complex volcano in Guatemala, which first erupted approximately 23,000 years ago and has erupted at least 23 times…

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Mirador 3 cerro chino

A vantage point located on the Cerro Chino ridge, offering a direct view of the active Mackenney crater and the surrounding volcanic peaks of Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango.

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Pacaya Pizza

An artisanal food stall where pizzas are baked using the natural geothermal heat from active lava flows or hot volcanic rocks.

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Viewpoint for Lake

An elevated observation point providing views of Laguna de Calderas, a body of water situated inside a prehistoric volcanic crater.

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Lava Cave (A.k.a the Sauna)

Natural rock formations where internal volcanic heat creates a high-temperature environment, often used by hikers as a natural steam room.

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Lava Store

A boutique selling jewelry and handicrafts made from volcanic stones and materials sourced directly from the mountain.

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Parque Nacional Volcán de Pacaya

The main administrative office and visitor center for the park, providing trail information, safety guidelines, and mandatory guide services.