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Santa Ana Volcano Hike

Hike to the crater of Ilamatepec, the highest volcano in El Salvador, and look down into its turquoise lagoon. The trail crosses coffee farms and pine forest inside Los Volcanes National Park.

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From $45 / person · USD, final price

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Duration
8 hours
Group size
Up to 12
Departures
Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays
Difficulty
Moderate
Guide languages
Spanish · English
Minimum age
8 years

Itinerary

  1. 7:00

    Meet at Cerro Verde National Park for a safety briefing

  2. 7:30

    Start the trail through coffee farms and pine forest

  3. 10:00

    Reach the crater and the turquoise lagoon viewpoint

  4. 11:00

    Descend with stops at Lake Coatepeque viewpoints

  5. 13:00

    Traditional lunch in the park (optional)

  6. 15:00

    Back at the meeting point

Approximate times: your guide may adjust them for weather and group pace.

Highlights

  • Viewpoint over the crater lagoon
  • Views of Lake Coatepeque and Izalco
  • Moderate hike with a local guide

Included

  • Local guide
  • Park and trail entry
  • Water and a snack
  • First-aid kit

Not included

  • Transport to the meeting point
  • Lunch
  • Tips

What to bring

  • Hiking boots or sneakers with good grip
  • A light jacket: it gets cold at the top
  • Sunscreen and a hat
  • 1.5 L of water
  • ID or passport

Meeting point

Cerro Verde National Park, main parking lot

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Cancellation policy

  • More than 48 h before: full refund.
  • Between 48 and 24 h before: 50% refund.
  • Less than 24 h or no-show: no refund.

If we cancel for weather or safety, you choose another date or a full refund. Full policy

How it works

  1. 1Pick a date and the number of travelers.
  2. 2Leave your contact details — no account needed.
  3. 3Pay on the secure page.
  4. 4Get your confirmation and one QR ticket per traveler.

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