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The Tamanique Waterfalls Tour is perfect for those who love trekking, adventure, and nature. After an exciting 45-minute hike, you will reach a magical waterfall complex featuring three stunning falls, an ideal spot for meditation or fun with friends. Next, we head to one of the best beaches for surfing, where you can learn all about this thrilling sport. El Salvador is renowned for its excellent waves, making it a true surfer’s paradise. To finish, we recommend enjoying lunch at a local restaurant right on El Tunco Beach.
Discover the natural wonders and vibrant surf culture of El Salvador with us!
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Small Groups
Air-conditioned vehicle
Licensed Tour Guide
Lunch
Gratuities
Intercontinental San Salvador-metrocentro Mall By IHG
Boulevard De Los Heroes Y Avenue Sisimiles, Avenue Sisimiles San Salvador El Salvador
Boca Olas Resort Villas
Km 42 Carretera Al Litoral El Tunco El Salvador
Hyatt Centric San Salvador
Sergio Paz Avenue, Corner With El Pedregal St, Las Cascadas Shopping Center Antiguo Cuscatlan El Salvador
La Zona Hostel
Blvd. Del Hipodromo, Col San Benito #436, Frente a Ticabus y misma calle de VIDRI San Salvador El Salvador
Sheraton Presidente San Salvador Hotel
Avenida De La Revolucion, Col. San Benito San Salvador El Salvador
Barcelo San Salvador
Av Las Magnolias y Blvd del Hipodromo, Colonia San Benito San Salvador El Salvador
Hilton San Salvador
89 Av Norte y 11 Calle Poniente Colonia Escalon, Colonia Escalon San Salvador El Salvador
Tamanique Waterfalls
Just few minutes away from the beach, are a series of fun, crystal spring waterfalls that deserve your visit. Tamanique waterfalls is an adventure of 1 hour drive from San Salvador. It requires a hike so please be prepared for a steep walk and bring good footwear. It takes about 30 minutes to hike down to the waterfalls from town. On the way, let the locals regale you with stories of years living in a surf paradise. Then dive into the cool pools and take a break from the tropical heat.
Playa El Tunco
El Tunco El Salvador is one of the most famous beaches in the country; and also one of the top surfing spots in El Salvador and all of Central America. This surf village, with only two streets, is famous for its excellent surfing, striking sunsets, and weekend parties. Year after year, surfers and non-surfers from many countries visit El Tunco to take advantage of the excellent waves and everything else it has to offer.
Pickup included
91 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
GoPlaces42559748252,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This was a great first day tour of El Salvador! The locations were nice and Osmaro was a great guide, always explaining things and reccomending places when asked. He goes above and beyond and definitely deserves five stars!
Susan V,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
Wonderful . Informative and kind guide. Waterfalls were cool. Excellent trip! Family or solo would work.
maryanneot,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Lovely time w Miguel! He’s so patient and supportive while hiking. He’s English was perfect! Highly recommend! Enjoyed a meal on the beach after the hike


Joseangel J,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
The experience is very nice only a little complicated to go down to the waterfalls and to also go up our gaby guide is very nice and I explain everything very well , very good guide.
Y2593NAseanc,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Gaby was on time for my pickup arranged less than a day before. We went to Tamanique falls after a pickup of another group at El Zonta. Very humid trip down. Good advice to dress for the heat and have water food wear for plunging into refreshing waterfall basin. Drove to Tunco beach for a two out lunch. Managed to squeeze in a short surf with a rental. About nine hours total, five hours if activity time and four hours transportation.



David T,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
Great guide! Very knowledgeable about the areas we visited and offered great recommendations for restaurants at the beach. I would definitely take another tour with him again! The areas we visited were awesome as well. A little bit of bummer that it rained during the tour but don't let that stop you from getting a tour with Josue!
Melita W,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
Fantastic experience! Both our guides Josué and Freddie were fantastic!! Thoroughly recommend the tour and guides.

405benjaminj,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Well, guys, this adventure is excellent to enjoy nature at its best. The path going down to the falls is medium, and you will through beautiful views of mountains and birds chirping all along the way. It is worth every penny. Wait until you are there after that trail. You will get like new on that water.






Juan C,
Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
We had a great time with our tour guides David J and Freddy C, they ensured that we we save in our trail and showed all the interesting things along the way. The waterfall was beautiful and a must see.
R6335NWjuanc,
Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Was a great tour and excellent tour guide Diego was great and was knowledgeable about the local area. Highly reccomend.
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