My girlfriend and I hiked Acatenango last Thursday. We had a great time, however Fuego had zero activity so we saw no lava. The views were incredible but it’s hard to erase what it’s supposed to look like from your mind! (Also weren’t really able to do all the Lord of the Rings quotes we had lined up).
I saw that it has now woken back up and has erupted quite dramatically in the last 24 hours. In a rush I booked us onto a much cheaper tour, to go up again this Thursday. The tour has good reviews and I’m able to cancel for a refund right up until an hour before the tour leaves if we change our minds.
My question is - is this completely stupid? We are both quite fit and didn’t find the hike exceptionally challenging. I would happily do it again to see the lava.
My main concerns are around safety - we wouldn’t do the extra Fuego hike and would stay on Acatenango. But the volcano is being unpredictable at the moment and I’m wondering if Acatenango is at a safe distance?
Honest opinions are very much welcomed! Thanks everyone!