November 8, 2021
Mexico Team is ready to head up to Iztaccihuatl (17,159′)(Emily Johnston)
Trekking with Popocatepetl (17,802′) (Emily Johnston)
The Mexico Team checked in this morning to let us know they are on the move! IMG Senior Guide, Dr Emily Johnston checked in to let us know the team was up early for breakfast and heading up to Cortes Pass and the entrance to Iztaccihuatl (17,159′). Once the team arrives at the park entrance, they will meet our local guide and get camp set up. Another hike this afternoon for more acclimatization will put the team in position to summit. This is a great climb and the team will be able to see another beautiful volcano, Popocatepetl (17,802′). After climbing Iztaccihuatl, the team will head to Puebla and be ready to climb Pico de Orizaba, the third tallest mountain in North America at 18,491 feet!
All is well in Mexico!