Santa Ana Volcano Tour - Hike Adeventure
- Santa Ana, El Salvador
- Hiking
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- Pick Up 06.00 AM
- Hotel Pick up and Drop Off
- Medium Difuculty
- 7 - 8 Hours Duration
SANTA ANA VOLCANO TOUR DESCRIPTION
Santa Ana volcano tour hike is one of the most spectacular things you can do in El Salvador. This the highest volcano in El Salvador with a height of 7811 feet above sea level. The panoramic views are simply dazzling. The Santa Ana volcano tour hiking will undoubtedly make you enter into a deep contact with nature. Venture to conquer one of the most impressive peaks in El Salvador
We can start this adventure from San Salvador or El Tunco beach. Early in the morning we will leave from San Salvador or El Tunco beach towards the volcano complex, at the foot of Cerro Verde National Park. We will begin our trek from here to the top of the Santa Ana Volcano. The Santa Ana Volcano, also known as the Ilamatepec Volcano, is the least difficult to climb, although a fit condition will help you to have a easier ascension. The Santa Ana volcano hiking tour takes approximately 4 hours. 2 hours to climb and 2 hours to descend.
In the ascent walk to the Santa Ana volcano you will notice the existence of 3 different types of forest. The first part of the hike will be in a cloud forest, where you can enjoy the shade of the thick vegetation. The second part of the walk will be on land with a small vegetation, such as shrubs and agaves. Finally, in an eroded land, where the lack of vegetation allows you to have a spectacular view of the Salvadoran territory. The last eruption of the imposing volcano of Santa Ana was in the year 2005.
Once you have reached the summit of Santa Ana volcano, you will be amazed by the beautiful turquoise lagoon that rests at the bottom of the crater. From the crater the landscapes are simply indescribable. You can observe the splendor of the Pacific Ocean, the volcano of Izalco, the tranquility of Lake Coatepeque. This is where you realize that your effort is well rewarded. The challenge of Santa Ana volcano hiking tour has been overcome! It’s the moment to come back to the foot of the volcano.
After finishing our Santa Ana volcano hiking tour, it is time to start a new adventure. We will visit the most beautiful lake in El Salvador, the Lake of Coatepeque. Renowned for changing color in a whimsical way to a beautiful turquoise color, at least twice a year. From here you can enjoy a delicious lunch with a privileged panoramic view. Coatepeque means: Snake Hill. Here you will discover the legend of the lake that the locals kept living.
SANTA ANA VOLCANO TOUR ITINERARY
Your guide will be waiting for you ready to start this amazing experience(05.45 AM if you are staying at El Tunco beach)
Start our trek to the volcano of Santa Ana, get ready with your sunscreen, water, follow the instructions of your guide. An approximate journey of 1.30 hours. Enjoy contact with nature, let yourself be surprised by the landscapes.
Enjoy one of the most impressive landscapes of El Salvador. An almost 360 ° view and a beautiful sulfur lagoon at the bottom of the crater. This is the approximate time to reach the top of the Santa Ana volcano, everything will depend on our rhythm. We could arrive a few minutes before or a few minutes later. We will have an approximate 20 to 30 minutes to be on top. Then we will begin our decent. We will be at the foot of the volcano of Santa Ana at approximately 12.00 Md
Arrival to our last destination of this tour. The most beautiful lake in El Salvador: Coatepeque. We will enjoy a delicious lunch with a spectacular view of the lake. You will have the opportunity to swim in its refreshing waters.
We start our return to your lodging hotel in San Salvador, an approximate ride of 1 hour and a half. Or 2 hours if you are lodding in El Tunco Beach. Without a doubt, the Santa Ana Volcano Hike tour will be an experience that you will not forget, discover it with us!
Inclusions & Exclusions on this Trip
INCLUSIONS • Small Groups • San Salvador city or El Tunco Beach hotel pickup and drop-off • Transport by comfortable vehicle • Professional Tour Guide • All Entrances fees.
EXCLUSIONS •Gratuities (optional)• Lunch /Food • Drinks • Water bottle
Importants Notes
- Please remember that the hike to the top of Santa Ana volcano depends on the weather conditions and the cancellation of this tour can be done at the last minute by the national park authorities. Safety first. If this is the situation, we will offer a tour alternative for the same day.
- Do not forget to bring your sunscreen.
- Wear your mountain shoes or comfortable shoes, for difficult terrain.
- You can take your swimsuit, if you want to swim in Lake Coatepeque.
- In the rainy season, do not forget to bring your poncho.
- Take your camera with you to take spectacular pictures
Overview
- Impressive landscapes of the Salvadoran territory.
- Reach the top of the highest volcano in El Salvador.
- Walk in a misty forest
- Look at the wonderful sulfur emerald lagoon at the bottom of the crater
- Visit the most beautiful lake in El Salvador.
