Best Day-Tour : Santa Ana Volcano Hiking + Lake Coatepeque
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Experience the ULTIMATE Santa Ana Volcano Hiking Tour in El Salvador.
Located in the biological corridor called Apaneca-Ilamatepec, Santa Ana volcano is considered one of the jewels of Central America.
If you are looking for the best things to do, we have been designed this tour for you. The walk takes approximately 2 hours to climb and another 2 hours to descend, this can vary according to the physical condition of the people. On summit of the volcano you can see one of the best craters worldwide with an emerald green lagoon,
At the end of the adventure we will drive to a Panoramic View of Coatepeque lake for lunch ( Lunch is not included)
This tour is fantastic for nature lovers or adventurers.
Small group no more then 20 people!.
Estimated departure time from :
5.00 - 5.30 El Tunco - El Zonte
6.00 - 6.30 San Salvador City
if you are located in an Airbnb : meeting point Hotel Hilton San Salvador 6.00 am
Pick up time will be depending your location.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Hotels located in the area of San Salvador are included too! From Surf City ( El Tunco Beach, El Zonte, etc ) has an extra cost per person, But if you are a group you wont have an extra cost from Surf City!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Santa Ana Volcano
Santa Ana Volcano is considered one of the jewels par excellence of El Salvador, this tour is suitable for nature lovers or adventurers. The walk takes approximately 2 hours to climb and another 2 hours to descend, this can vary according to the physical condition of the people. On top of the volcano you can see and walk around in one of the best craters worldwide with an emerald green lagoon. This is the opportunity to take great pictures, if you are a photographer lover .
Lago de Coatepeque
This impressive Crater lake is amazing, Also is considered one of the 10 most beautiful lakes in the world, its name means in Nahuat language "Cerro de Culebras", This is our place to take our lunch in one of the best restaurant around the lake.
What‘s Included
Certified & Bilingual Guide A+
Hotel Pick Up/ Drop off
Small Groups
Air-conditioned vehicle
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Best Day-Tour : Santa Ana Volcano Hiking + Lake Coatepeque
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Reviews
731 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Tour
Joshue L,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Josues 2x were great, really enjoyed the tour with both josues . Had a great time in santa ana volcano and lake . Than you guys
Diego was a great guide!...
Carmen K,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Diego was a great guide! We had a fantastic time on the hike and he was checking in on us the hole time to make sure we could keep up. Would recommend this tour
Excellent
190kayleighl,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing trip and Diego was a wonderful guide!
Volcano trek-with amazing views
Harriet U,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00So we booked this a day before and the communication was clear from the start. The bus was clean and air conditioned which was very much needed. While en route to the volcano the guide Joshua (English translation) gave us a break down of El Salvador’s history, which we found very interesting. We arrived at Santa Ana and Joshua explained how the tour would go. We made our way up the volcano and Joshua was very informative and was on hand to take those all important photos. The views from the top are spectacular. Well worth the trek up. We then made our way down after having about 1/2hr up on the crater. The way down was definitely quicker but still challenging. Please be aware you do get very dusty. After coming down we head to a restaurant for some food and we opted to eat at the top of another volcano looking over a lake. This was again an amazing view. This is a must experience. Had an absolute blast.
Great Experience
michaelcB8329KQ,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour guide and experience. He was engaging to everyone and we had a great time. I definitely recommend and they have places to get ice cream at the top
Best Volcano Hike
P9760ONsamk,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Diego was an awesome guide for the volcano hike, and very knowledgeable about the surroundings and history. He made sure the group was taken care of. Would highly recommend!
Santa Ana volcano.
carlos n,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Best experience ever I can recommend this tour to anyone the tour guide guy Diego was amazing knowledgeable and friendly.
Worth Every Step: Santa Ana Volcano Hike
Toyin S,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Climbing Santa Ana Volcano in El Salvador was an absolutely unforgettable experience. Our guide, Diego, went above and beyond to make sure we made it all the way to the crater—especially meaningful since the day before, bad weather caused many tours to be cut short. Diego was incredibly kind, patient, and knowledgeable, making the hike feel safe, supported, and fun the entire time. The hike itself was a a-little difficult—there are definitely some challenging sections, but it’s very doable and 100% worth it. (I am not a hiker lol) The crater lake is breathtaking, and ending the hike at the restaurant was the perfect touch. Do not skip the watermelon juice… it was SO good. Highly recommend this experience and Diego as your guide!
Great Tour!
yanag351,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour. The spectacular views. He has to be in good physical shape. Lunch overlooking the lake is fantastic. Diego is a perfect guide, very attentive and punctual. 100% Recommend!
Day hike + lake coatepeque
P4390DIkennethc,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a blast on this day trip. The hike was awesome and the lake was beautiful. 10/10 experience. Diego was my tour guide and I owe the great experience to him. He was very professional and shared many interesting facts about everything. Would definitely do this again!! If you’re in El Salvador I highly recommend booking this.
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