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Top of the world
Shuttle supported Cross country tour to the top of the world! - Big views of 4 volcanoes await on this intermediate cross country mountain bike tour in Antigua.
- Duration: 6 hours
- Level: Intermediate — for riders with previous experience mountain biking. Please contact us if you are in doubt of your ability.
- Distance 23 km 14 mi
- Total Ascent 590 m 1,936 ft
- Total Descent 1,513 m 4,964 ft
- Difficulty Intermediate
- Duration 6 hours
- High Point 2,534 m 8,314 ft
- Modality Cross Country
- Category Day Tours
- Riding Time 3 h
Join us in a ride to the top of the world! - Big views await on our most popular shuttle supported cross country mountain bike tour in Antigua Guatemala.
We'll give you a lift up to 2500m (8,000ft) near the trail head of the Acatenango volcano for some of the best volcano views in the region. This intermediate cross country mountain bike tour in Antigua is 80% trail and a great introduction to the natural riding in the area. Shuttle up and follow sandy singletracks all the way down to town!
Highlights
- Great intermediate level tour for riders with previous experience mountain biking
- Shuttle-supported - over twice the descent
- Smooth, sandy singletrack
- Approximately 5-6 hours start to finish
- Amazing views of Agua, Acatenango, Active Fuego and Pacaya Volcanoes from the trail
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Difficulty:
Our Top of the World route is rated Intermediate for people with previous mountain biking experience.
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Elevation, distance, and other ride statistics shown here are approximate. The route may be adjusted based on trail conditions or the group’s riding level.
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TOUR BOOKING
This tour can be reserved instantly online a minimum of 24 hours before your date.
We offer early bird discounts for reservations made more than 28 Days in advance
DEPARTURE LOCATION
This tour starts and finishes in Antigua Guatemala
Departure time: 9am
Please let us know your hotel information for pickup!
INCLUDED
- Full Suspension Bike Rental
- Safety equipment
- Helmet, gloves, kneepads
- Private shuttle and driver
- Expert Mountain Bike Guide
- Fruits & snacks
- Filtered water
- Park entrances
- Mechanical assistance
- Access to pro tool kit.
- MTB Guatemala Swag
- Emergency vehicle support
- First-aid kit, two way radio communication, satellite locator
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Day Tour Details
- All our day tours start and finish from Antigua and include transportation to/from your hotel.
- A high quality bike is included with your tour
- Prices vary by number of people in your group - tour prices go down with groups of 2 or more people.
- Bringing your own bike? Ask about our discounts.
- Small snacks / water will be provided for your tour, as well as mechanical assistance.
- Our mountain bike day tours can be reserved with a non-refundable deposit of 50% - the remainder to be paid before the tour leaves.
Included Bike rentals
This tour package includes a choice of the following mountain bike rentals:
T.E.M.P.O
XC / Trail Bike
29" Wheels
1x12 Shimano Drivetrain
4 piston Hydraulic disc brakes
Dropper Post
140mm (F) / 125mm Travel (R)
MAXXIS Tubeless Tires
Sizes: S, M, L, XL
META TR29
29" Trail Bike
29" Wheels
1x12 SRAM Drivetrain
4 piston Hydraulic disc brakes
Dropper Post
150mm (F) / 140mm Travel (R)
MAXXIS Tubeless Tires
Sizes: S, M, L, XL
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Top of the world XC Tour
Why Ride With Us?
The Mountain Bike Guatemala Difference
With years of experience riding, racing and exploring in Guatemala, all our routes are carefully designed and unique to our company.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, most likely. Our day tours run on any date that’s open on the tour’s booking calendar: pick your date and book. Riding solo or flexible on dates? Book a Wildcard and we’ll put you on a ride with other riders.
Most of our tours start at 9am and include hotel pickup. The exact time and pickup details are on each tour page and in your booking confirmation.
Our office is in the mountains of Tecpán. We run day tours in Antigua, at Lake Atitlán and from our base in Tecpán. Each tour page shows where it starts, and for Antigua tours we pick you up at your hotel.
Yes. Every rental bike comes with a helmet and gloves.
You choose a hardtail, full-suspension or e-bike in the booking form. We ask each rider’s height before the tour and have the right size ready.
Yes. Choose “No bike rental” in the booking form.
Each tour page shows its fitness and technical rating, so you can pick a ride that suits you. If you’re not sure, message us and we’ll recommend one.
Book online with a 50% non-refundable deposit. The rest is paid before the tour leaves.
Online bookings close at 6 PM, 48 hours before your ride. For a last-minute ride, message us on WhatsApp.
Yes. Choose Private in the booking form (+20%).
Comfortable riding clothes in layers, closed shoes and a small day pack.
Yes, we ride in most weather. If conditions are unsafe, we change the route or reschedule, and we’ll let you know before your tour.
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