{"product_id":"mexico-volcano-expedition-pico-de-orizaba","title":"Mexico Volcano Expedition: Pico de Orizaba \u0026 Summit to Surf","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n\/* ===== Summit Success Card ===== *\/\n\n.ys-summit-card {\n  background: #C96B2C;\n  border-radius: 16px;\n  padding: 1.8rem 2rem;\n  max-width: 850px;\n  margin: 2.5rem auto 0.6rem;\n  color: #F7F2EA;\n  font-family: \"Söhne\",\"Helvetica Neue\",Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;\n}\n\n.ys-summit-header {\n  display: flex;\n  align-items: center;\n  gap: 1.1rem;\n  margin-bottom: 0.9rem;\n}\n\n.ys-summit-icon {\n  display: flex;\n  align-items: center;\n  justify-content: center;\n}\n\n.ys-summit-title {\n  font-size: 1.1rem;\n  font-weight: 800;\n  letter-spacing: 0.08em;\n  text-transform: uppercase;\n}\n\n.ys-summit-stat {\n  font-size: 2.6rem;\n  font-weight: 800;\n  margin: 0.6rem 0 0.2rem;\n}\n\n.ys-summit-text {\n  font-size: 1.05rem;\n  font-weight: 500;\n  opacity: 0.95;\n}\n\n.ys-summit-subtext {\n  font-size: 0.95rem;\n  opacity: 0.9;\n  margin-top: 0.3rem;\n}\n\n.ys-summit-disclaimer {\n  max-width: 850px;\n  margin: 0.3rem auto 2.2rem;\n  font-size: 0.85rem;\n  color: #6b6b6b;\n  line-height: 1.4;\n  font-family: \"Söhne\",\"Helvetica Neue\",Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;\n}\n\n\n\/* ===== Booking Section ===== *\/\n\n.ys-dates {\n  background: #ffffff;\n  border: none;\n  border-radius: 12px;\n  padding: 1.8rem 2rem;\n  max-width: 850px;\n  margin: 0 auto 1.6rem;\n  font-family: \"Söhne\",\"Helvetica Neue\",Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;\n}\n\n.ys-dates h4 {\n  margin: 0 0 1rem 0;\n  color: #2F4E45;\n  font-weight: 800;\n  text-transform: uppercase;\n  font-size: 1.8rem;\n  letter-spacing: 0.05em;\n}\n\n.ys-year {\n  font-weight: 800;\n  color: #2F4E45;\n  margin-top: 1rem;\n  margin-bottom: 0.4rem;\n  font-size: 1.1rem;\n}\n\n.ys-list {\n  margin: 0;\n  padding: 0;\n  list-style: none;\n}\n\n.ys-row {\n  display: flex;\n  justify-content: space-between;\n  align-items: center;\n  gap: 1rem;\n  padding: 0.75rem 0;\n  border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e5;\n}\n\n.ys-row:last-child {\n  border-bottom: none;\n}\n\n.ys-date {\n  font-weight: 600;\n  color: #1e322a;\n  font-size: 1.25rem;\n  margin: 0;\n}\n\n.ys-btn {\n  display: inline-block;\n  flex-shrink: 0;\n  background: #2F4E45;\n  color: #fff !important;\n  text-decoration: none;\n  font-weight: 700;\n  font-size: 1.1rem;\n  padding: 0.5rem 1.1rem;\n  border-radius: 6px;\n  white-space: nowrap;\n  transition: background-color 0.25s ease,\n              transform 0.2s ease;\n}\n\n.ys-btn:hover {\n  background: #9FBF4C;\n  color: #1e322a !important;\n  transform: translateY(-2px);\n}\n\n.ys-note {\n  margin-top: 1.2rem;\n  font-size: 0.9rem;\n  color: #4a4f4c;\n  line-height: 1.5;\n  text-align: left;\n  opacity: 0.9;\n}\n\n\n\/* ===== Altitude Information ===== *\/\n\n.ys-altitude-box {\n  background: #F5F4EF;\n  border-left: 4px solid #C96B2C;\n  border-radius: 0 12px 12px 0;\n  padding: 1.5rem 1.8rem;\n  margin: 2rem 0;\n  box-sizing: border-box;\n}\n\n\/* Main description and altitude information\n   retain the Shopify theme's original\n   fonts, font sizes, and line heights. *\/\n\n\n\/* ===== Mobile Formatting ===== *\/\n\n@media (max-width: 600px) {\n\n  .ys-summit-card {\n    padding: 1.5rem 1.3rem;\n  }\n\n  .ys-summit-stat {\n    font-size: 2.2rem;\n  }\n\n  .ys-dates {\n    padding: 1.5rem 1.2rem;\n  }\n\n  .ys-dates h4 {\n    font-size: 1.5rem;\n  }\n\n  .ys-row {\n    flex-direction: column;\n    align-items: flex-start;\n    gap: 0.5rem;\n  }\n\n  .ys-btn {\n    width: 100%;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n    text-align: center;\n    font-size: 1rem;\n    padding: 0.55rem 1rem;\n  }\n\n  .ys-altitude-box {\n    padding: 1.2rem 1.3rem;\n  }\n\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003c!-- ===== Summit Success Card ===== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ys-summit-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ys-summit-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ys-summit-icon\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"32\" height=\"22\" viewbox=\"0 0 64 44\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#F7F2EA\" stroke-width=\"3\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n        \u003cpath d=\"M4 38 L24 10 L36 26 L48 8 L60 38\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n      \u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ys-summit-title\"\u003eSummit Success\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ys-summit-stat\"\u003e3 of 3\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ys-summit-text\"\u003eExpeditions Reached the Summit\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ys-summit-subtext\"\u003e100% success rate to date\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ys-summit-disclaimer\"\u003eSummit outcomes depend on weather, conditions, and group safety. Past results do not guarantee future summits.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ===== Upcoming Departures ===== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ys-dates\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUpcoming Departures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ys-year\"\u003e2027\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ys-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ys-row\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ys-date\"\u003eJanuary 8, 2027\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/square.link\/u\/9sn95bqp\" class=\"ys-btn\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Book this date \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ys-year\"\u003e2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ys-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ys-row\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ys-date\"\u003eJanuary 8, 2028\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/square.link\/u\/PLhXwP3B\" class=\"ys-btn\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Book this date \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ys-note\"\u003eYou'll be redirected to our secure Square checkout to pay your 25% deposit. This confirms your spot. The remaining balance is due 60 days before departure. A confirmation email with trip details and a packing list will follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ===== Expedition Description ===== --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Join us for a 14-day guided volcano expedition across Mexico, climbing La Malinche (4,461 m) and Pico de Orizaba (5,636 m), Mexico's highest mountain, before setting off on a road trip to the Pacific coast. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur journey begins in \u003cstrong\u003eTepoztlán\u003c\/strong\u003e, a mountain town south of Mexico City. From here, we'll travel through the volcanic highlands of Central Mexico, gradually gaining elevation as we prepare for the main objective of the expedition: summiting \u003cstrong\u003ePico de Orizaba\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClimbing La Malinche \u0026amp; Pico de Orizaba\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur first major climb takes us to the summit of \u003cstrong\u003eLa Malinche (4,461 m)\u003c\/strong\u003e. We'll hike through forest and high-alpine terrain, gaining over 1,000 metres of elevation along the way. It's a demanding day, an important part of our acclimatization, and a chance to get used to moving at altitude before we head higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom there, we travel through \u003cstrong\u003ePuebla and Cholula\u003c\/strong\u003e before continuing toward Tlachichuca, the gateway to Pico de Orizaba. We'll spend time acclimatizing on the lower slopes of the mountain, checking equipment, and getting ready for the main climb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePico de Orizaba (5,636 m)\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as Citlaltépetl, is Mexico's highest mountain and one of North America's great volcanic summits. Our planned ascent follows the \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Route\u003c\/strong\u003e, involving volcanic terrain, snow and glacier travel, crampons, ice axes, and roped climbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e You don't need previous mountaineering experience to join this expedition. \u003c\/strong\u003e If you're an experienced hiker with strong physical fitness and you're looking to take on your first high-altitude mountaineering challenge, this trip could be a good fit. Our guides will introduce you to the technical equipment and basic techniques needed for the ascent, including crampon use, ice-axe handling, and roped glacier travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat doesn't mean the climb is easy. Orizaba is a demanding mountain, with a long summit day, cold temperatures, and the added challenge of moving above 5,000 metres. Our \u003cstrong\u003eACMG-certified guiding team\u003c\/strong\u003e will manage the technical aspects of the climb, with decisions based on weather, mountain conditions, and how the group is doing at altitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRoad tripping through Central Mexico\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's much more to this expedition than climbing volcanoes. Between mountain days, we'll travel through Mexico in true Yusquatch style, with the \u003cstrong\u003eSquatch Bus\u003c\/strong\u003e taking us between small towns, mountain landscapes, and some less-visited corners of the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe'll stay in a mix of local hostels, mountain lodges, camps, and the Squatch Bus. Along the way, expect plenty of Mexican food, local markets, historic towns, and time to explore. We'll visit places such as \u003cstrong\u003eCholula, Puebla, Cantona, and Laguna Alchichica\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe don't rush straight from one mountain to the next. The drives, stops along the way, and evenings spent together are all part of the experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom the Summit to the Pacific Coast\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce our time in the mountains comes to an end, we pack up and head west. Our road trip takes us through \u003cstrong\u003eGuadalajara and Tequila\u003c\/strong\u003e, eventually reaching the Pacific coast around \u003cstrong\u003eSan Pancho and Sayulita\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter days of early starts, hiking boots, and climbing at altitude, we'll have a few days to slow things down. Surf lessons, ocean swims, exploring the coast, and plenty of tacos are all on the agenda. Or you can simply enjoy a quiet morning on the beach. You've earned it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe keep our groups small, with a maximum of \u003cstrong\u003e8 guests\u003c\/strong\u003e, so there's plenty of room for a personal experience. We take the mountain objectives seriously, but outside of the climbing, things are relaxed. Good food, interesting places, plenty of laughs, and the occasional change of plans are all part of travelling with Yusquatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFly into:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexico City (MEX)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFly out:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puerto Vallarta (PVR)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ===== Fitness \u0026 Altitude Information ===== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ys-altitude-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitness \u0026amp; Altitude: What to Expect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis expedition reaches elevations of up to \u003cstrong\u003e5,636 m (18,490 ft)\u003c\/strong\u003e. At this altitude, even relatively simple physical tasks can become demanding, and everyone responds differently to the thinner air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e No previous mountaineering experience is required. \u003c\/strong\u003e This expedition is suitable for experienced hikers with strong physical fitness who want to take their first steps into high-altitude mountaineering. You should be comfortable with long, demanding hiking days and prepared to train before departure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrevious experience at altitude is strongly recommended, but technical mountaineering skills are not a prerequisite. Our guides will provide instruction on the equipment and techniques needed for the climb, and the necessary technical equipment is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ascent of Pico de Orizaba involves snow and glacier travel, a long summit day, and potentially freezing temperatures and strong winds. Good endurance, preparation, and the ability to keep moving steadily over several hours are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur itinerary includes acclimatization hikes and time to adjust to the elevation before the main ascent. Throughout the expedition, our guides will assess mountain conditions and the group's well-being. Reaching the summit is our objective, but safety always takes priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Not sure whether you're ready for Pico de Orizaba? \u003c\/strong\u003e Get in touch! We're happy to discuss your hiking experience, what the expedition involves, and how best to prepare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yusquatch Mountain Adventures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42791820296234,"sku":"","price":3850.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/7837\/3418\/files\/6_3a5df0e3-1b02-4f0c-b7e6-af15e5b56c5b.png?v=1792609088","url":"https:\/\/www.yusquatchadventures.com\/fr\/products\/mexico-volcano-expedition-pico-de-orizaba","provider":"Yusquatch Mountain Adventures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}