In short: Quetzaltrekkers lists the Nebaj to Todos Santos trek at 2,200Q per person for 5 days, with 4 nights of accommodation (3 homestays, 1 hostel), read 25 October 2026. Its trek page announces GTQ 2,300 on January 1, 2027. Old Town Outfitters sells a separate 6 Days, 5 Nights package at $599 - $850 per person, depending on group size. Compare the starting points, walking demands and accommodation before booking.
Quick summary
- Quetzaltrekkers route: 50 km (31 mi), with maximum elevation 3,840 m (12,600 ft).
- Carrying your gear: its listed backpack weight is 15 kg (33 lbs); its FAQ says no porters are available.
- Meeting and return: Quetzaltrekkers Office, Xela, with a mandatory meeting the evening before departure and an expected return to Xela.
- Old Town Outfitters: round-trip transportation from its Antigua office, all food and lodging, and an Intermediate to Advanced difficulty rating.
These are the operators’ own descriptions, read 25 October 2026.
Operator prices and what is included
Quetzaltrekkers’ all-treks page lists 2,200Q per person (read 25 October 2026). Its FAQ prints the same price as 2200Q per person. The trek page announces the future price change below. Old Town Outfitters prices by group size and prints its price with a $ sign, without naming the currency.
| Operator | Days | Price, read 25 October 2026 | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quetzaltrekkers | 5 days | 2,200Q per person; GTQ 2,300 on January 1, 2027 | 4 nights of accommodation (3 homestays, 1 hostel); 3 baths (2 temascales, 1 shower); 5 breakfasts; 4 lunches; 4 dinners; Trail snacks; Transportation; Gear; Guides |
| Old Town Outfitters | 6 Days, 5 Nights | $599 - $850 per person, depending on group size | Round trip transportation from Old Town Outfitters office in Antigua; All food and lodging |
Quetzaltrekkers excludes additional snacks or drinks and souvenirs. Its gear arrangements have separate conditions: trekking poles cost Q20 per pole (Q40 per set). Other missing gear, including rain ponchos and headlamps, can be borrowed at no additional charge, with a Q100 deposit covering all borrowed items. These terms were read 25 October 2026.
The remaining Quetzaltrekkers balance can be paid at the office during the pre-trek meeting, in cash quetzales or by card with a 3% fee.
Distance, elevation and fitness
The operators publish different route measurements. Each set of figures belongs to its own package.
| Operator | Distance | Maximum elevation / high point | Elevation gain / loss | Effort information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quetzaltrekkers | 50 km (31 mi) | 3,840 m (12,600 ft) | ⇑ 2,700 m, ⇓ 1,900 m | Backpack weight: 15 kg (33 lbs); no porter service |
| Old Town Outfitters | ~60 kms. | 3793 mts. | +4000 mts. / -4000 mts. | Intermediate to Advanced |
Both sets of measurements were read 25 October 2026. For Quetzaltrekkers, assess whether you can carry the listed backpack throughout the walk: its FAQ explicitly requires carrying your own backpack the whole way. Discuss the distance, ascent and pack weight with the operator if you are unsure about joining.
Old Town Outfitters describes the walk from Nebaj to Acul as roughly 3.7 miles (6 kilometers), with a substantial climb over the ridge between the villages. A short distance on the itinerary does not imply an easy walking day.
Homestays and overnight accommodation
Quetzaltrekkers lists 4 nights of accommodation (3 homestays, 1 hostel) and 3 baths (2 temascales, 1 shower), read 25 October 2026. The package includes 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners and trail snacks.
Old Town Outfitters describes two nights in community hostels and two nights in boutique hotels. Its itinerary also describes lodging at an active cheese farm in Acul, with rustic cabins. Ask the operator to confirm the complete overnight sequence for its 6 Days, 5 Nights package.
Meetings and returning from Todos Santos
Quetzaltrekkers lists these arrangements at its Xela office, read 25 October 2026:
- 6:00 PM: mandatory pre-trek meeting the evening prior to departure.
- 5:00 AM: meeting time on the morning of departure.
- 3:00 PM: expected return to Xela at the end of the trip.
Arrange your Xela stay around the evening meeting and early start. The return time is an expectation, so leave flexibility for onward plans.
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Quetzaltrekkers includes transportation and lists its trip ending back in Xela. Old Town Outfitters includes round-trip transportation from its Antigua office. If you want to finish independently in Todos Santos and return by public bus, ask the trek operator about leaving the group and confirm the bus operator, departure point, departure time and fare locally before relying on a connection.
Related destination guides
Use the Nebaj guide for the starting town, the Todos Santos Cuchumatan guide for the destination, and the Todos Santos horse-race guide if that event is part of your trip.
Sources
- Quetzaltrekkers: Nebaj to Todos Santos — read 25 October 2026.
- Quetzaltrekkers: All Treks — read 25 October 2026.
- Quetzaltrekkers: FAQs — read 25 October 2026.
- Old Town Outfitters: Nebaj to Todos Santos Hut-to-Hotel Trek — read 25 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Nebaj to Todos Santos trek cost?
Quetzaltrekkers lists 2,200Q per person and announces GTQ 2,300 on January 1, 2027. Old Town Outfitters lists $599 - $850 per person, depending on group size. Prices read 25 October 2026; the packages have different durations and starting points.
How many days does the trek take?
Quetzaltrekkers lists 5 days. Old Town Outfitters lists 6 Days, 5 Nights and separately describes 5 full days of hiking. Read 25 October 2026.
How difficult is the Quetzaltrekkers trek?
Quetzaltrekkers lists 50 km (31 mi), a 15 kg (33 lbs) backpack and a maximum elevation of 3,840 m (12,600 ft). Its FAQ says there are no porters and you must carry your own backpack the whole way. Read 25 October 2026.
Does the Quetzaltrekkers trek include homestays?
Yes. Its inclusions list 4 nights of accommodation (3 homestays, 1 hostel), meals, trail snacks, transportation, gear and guides. Read 25 October 2026.
Where does the Quetzaltrekkers trip finish?
The trip page lists the Quetzaltrekkers Office, Xela, as its end location, with a 3:00 PM expected return. Ask the operator before arranging to leave the group in Todos Santos. Read 25 October 2026.
