Tours and Tickets to Experience Cerro Verde National Park

Q: How much does it cost to visit Cerro Verde National Park in 2024?

In 2024, the entrance fee for Cerro Verde National Park will be US$1.50 for Salvadoran locals and US$3.00 for foreign visitors, including tourists, children under 6, adults older than 60, and visitors with disabilities. Though more expensive, third-party operators offer guided tours of the Park.

Q: What are some nearby attractions to visit along with Cerro Verde National Park?

Cerro Verde National Park is located southwest of Santa Ana and northwest of San Salvador, both of which offer attractions like museums. You could also Parque Nacional El Imposible, Laguna Verde, Parque Arqueológico San Andrés, or Acajutla Beach. Some third-party operators offer guided tours combining visits to Cerro Verde National Park with nearby attractions.

Q: Is the Santa Ana Volcano hike challenging?

Most tourists who have not only hiked the Santa Ana Volcano but have also experienced hiking other volcanoes in Central America find the Santa Ana Volcano to be moderately difficult. Healthy, active individuals should be able to complete the hike, while less active individuals, including older adults, may find it difficult.

Q: What should I bring for a visit to Cerro Verde National Park?

When you visit Cerro Verde National Park, you should come prepared with sunscreen, sturdy hiking shoes, and fresh water. If you're visiting in the rainy season, you may want to bring a rain poncho or jacket; consider a dry bag as well for these wet months.

Q: What activities can you do at Cerro Verde National Park?

Cerro Verde National Park has three volcanoes within its borders: Santa Ana, Cerro Verde, and Izalco. Hiking around these volcanoes and up Santa Ana is a popular activity in the park. Others visit for birdwatching or to combine their visit with water activities like kayaking and fishing at nearby Lake Coatepeque.

9 results

Best Seller

Best Full Day Combo Tour: Volcanoes, Lake and Mayan Sites

4.9

(270)

Best Full Day Combo Tour: Volcanoes, Lake and Mayan Sites

Free Cancellation
9 hours

from $99

Price varies by group size

Cerro verde national park and Coatepeque Lake

4.6

(11)

Cerro verde national park and Coatepeque Lake

Free Cancellation
6 hours 3 minutes

from $92

Price varies by group size

Two Mayan Sites and a Volcano Park in 1 Day Tour

4.9

(71)

Two Mayan Sites and a Volcano Park in 1 Day Tour

Free Cancellation
8 to 9 hours

from $99

Price varies by group size

Santa Ana Volcano Hike and Coatepeque Lake Adventure

Conquer El Salvador’s highest peak, Santa Ana Volcano, on an unforgettable full-day hiking adventure. Navigate through lush cloud forests and ascend to the summit for stunning views of the vibrant turquoise crater lake. After your hike, unwind at Coatepeque Lake, where you can enjoy a traditional Salvadoran lunch with scenic waterfront vistas and relax in crystal-clear waters. This tour blends adventure with nature, offering an enriching experience that captures the essence of El Salvador's beauty. - Full-day hiking tour includes transportation and local guide - Experience breathtaking views from the summit of Santa Ana Volcano - Enjoy a traditional Salvadoran lunch by picturesque Coatepeque Lake - Time for swimming and relaxation in the lake's serene environment

...More

5.0

(1)

Santa Ana Volcano Hike and Coatepeque Lake Adventure

Free Cancellation
9 to 10 hours

from $90

Price varies by group size

Transportation VOLCAN SANTA ANA and CERRO VERDE, start of WALK

5.0

(1)

Transportation VOLCAN SANTA ANA and CERRO VERDE, start of WALK

Free Cancellation
3 to 5 hours

from $100

Price varies by group size

Santa Ana volcano hike with privileged early access. Go safe and skip the crowds

Skip the heat and the queues with a private early-access guided hike up the Santa Ana volcano. Depart ahead of the daily departure group and travel at your own pace. Go through the cloud forest on the skirts of the volcanic crater, past the steamy sulfuric acid lake and experience the beauty of the multicolored layers of ash along the rim of the volcano. You’ll also see the views of Coatepeque Caldera lake below.

...More

5.0

(10)

Santa Ana volcano hike with privileged early access. Go safe and skip the crowds

Free Cancellation
7 to 8 hours

from $93

Price varies by group size

The Best Combo Tour of El Salvador with Volcanoes & Mayan Sites

Experience a breathtaking climb at 2,035 meters through verdant cloud forests at Cerro Verde National Park. Admire the vistas of Santa Ana, the biggest volcano in the area, and Izalco dubbed the "Lighthouse of the Pacific." Giant agaves and other plants can be found in this unusual dwarf forest. Admire the expansive splendor of the volcanic Coatepeque Lake, one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. Experience the "Pompeii of the Americas," Joya de Cerén, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about Mayan civilization in the afternoon. Proceed to the San Andrés ruins, a prominent ceremonial and political hub featuring historic buildings and an indigo mill buried by El Playón's eruption in 1658.

...More

The Best Combo Tour of El Salvador with Volcanoes & Mayan Sites

9 hours

from $175

Flowers Route : Culinary Experiences, Charming Towns, Handicrafts

Immerse yourself in small village life and indigenous culture during this 8-hour tour of some of El Salvador’s most idyllic rural towns. Discover Izalco, the picturesque community at the base of Izalco Volcano, and explore the produce at the market in Nahuizalco. You’ll also get to admire the murals of Salcoatitan and check out the colorful village of Ataco. Your villages tour also includes a guide and round-trip hotel transport.

...More

5.0

(1)

Flowers Route : Culinary Experiences, Charming Towns, Handicrafts

Free Cancellation
8 hours

from $95

Price varies by group size

6-Day West El Salvador: Cerro Verde, Coffee Route, Maya Ruins

Discover the extraordinary natural beauty and charming towns of El Salvador on this 6-day tour of the country’s western region. Departing from San Salvador, explore the western region of the country with a visit to the capital city, a walk around the rim of an extinct volcano at Cerro Verde Park, a visit to the charming towns of Nahuizalco, Ataco, Salcoatitan, a soak at the thermal waters, and see the Maya path at Tazumal and Casablanca. The tour includes 5 nights of accommodation, all transfers, interesting visits, so you can skip the stress of planning and simply enjoy your spectacular El Salvador vacation.

...More

5.0

(1)

6-Day West El Salvador: Cerro Verde, Coffee Route, Maya Ruins

Free Cancellation
6 days

from $1,170

Price varies by group size

What are people saying about Cerro Verde National Park

Cerro Verde Park & Joya de Ceren UNESCO Site- Shore Excursion

Lauren_W, Mar 2026

Great Tour

Josué was a great tour guide. He was very knowledgeable about his country and the sites we got to see. At no point did he make us feel rushed, but ensured we were able to do/see everything. Great trip, highly recommend if you’re here for a day and want to see the highlights. Lunch was great too.

Cerro Verde Park & Joya de Ceren UNESCO Site- Shore Excursion

Nikol_S, Dec 2025

Wonderful tour with Gaby

We had a wonderful tour with Gaby. Gaby is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about showing tourists her beautiful country. Her communication skills including her English are excellent and she managed time very well keeping us ahead of larger groups. Gaby was flexible about responding to our specific interests and enjoyed answering our many questions. Thank you again Gaby.

Shore Excursion Cerro Verde & Izalco w/Pupusa-Making Experience

holly_g, Dec 2025

Best day

Our guide Oscar made our day in El Salvador the best day so far on our cruise. He is polite, knowledgeable, genuine, and so easy to speak to. We learned so much from this man, and if we return to El Salvador I would 100% contact him again. The park was beautiful and the Papusa asking was fun.

Cerro verde national park and Coatepeque Lake

GiselleAguilar, Oct 2025

Amazing day in El Salvador with a fun hike!

Wonderful experience! We were traveling with our 8 month old and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The hike was fun and manageable with a little one (bring a carrier or hiking carrier if you have a small baby). We were prepared but just a heads up for any other travelers. We loved all of the stops on the tour ! Our guide, Oscar , was knowledgeable and very kind. He knew so much about El Salvador and his love for his country exudes in the way he speaks. We loved getting to know him and this beautiful country !

6-Day West El Salvador: Cerro Verde, Coffee Route, Maya Ruins

Sophia_S, Jun 2023

Completely worth it!!

I had the pleasure of booking a 6-day tour in the country of El Salvador, and it exceeded all my expectations!! It was my first time visiting the country, and it had such breathtaking landscapes, friendly locals, nice hotels, and great food. All the places were great, but my favorite was staying in the town of Ataco due to meeting many great locals where we spent hours talking to them, the great weather, the nice hotel, and walking around the town. I must commend our tour guide Alex for his exceptional service throughout the trip. He was not only knowledgeable but also passionate about sharing his love for the country. He had a great understanding of the history, culture, and natural wonders of El Salvador, enriching our journey with fascinating facts and stories. His expertise and professionalism added an extra layer of enjoyment, making our trip even more memorable and stress-free. I would highly recommend booking a tour for anyone planning a visit to El Salvador, especially if it's your first time visiting.

Cerro Verde Park & Joya de Ceren UNESCO Site- Shore Excursion

Denise_R, Mar 2026

Best shore experience

Josue (spelling?) was a wonderful guide who spoke English very well, and informed us on all major topics related to El Salvador’s history and current situation. We went up a volcano for excellent view and gardens, toured the “Pompeii” of the Americas Joya de Ceren to see an ancient village frozen in time, and enjoyed a restful lunch stop along scenic lake in caldera. We didn’t even have lunch but enjoyed sitting and looking at the lake. Driver was excellent getting us up and down the hills. Don’t expect grand structures at the ruins—it was just a farming village but well-preserved. Such wattle and daub construction would normally be lost to time.

Cerro Verde Park & Joya de Ceren UNESCO Site- Shore Excursion

Donald_T, Feb 2026

Excellent tour & tour guide, Josué!

Josué, our tour guide, is OUTSTANDING! He speaks excellent English with a mild accent. He knows the history of his country including ancient, modern, political, and more. He talked to us along the way coming and going. He driver was waiting at the foot of our Oceania Vista cruise ship at least 30 minutes before our 8 am meeting time with the van nearby. We had 5 couples in van that held 15, so it was very comfortable. The sites were excellent and he and the driver Josué (yes, same name!) made sure we got back to our ship before 3 pm, we'll ahead of the ship's departure time of 4 pm, which we were all very glad about. He adjusted our stopping times with our collective agreement so we should be sure to get back on time. Some of the Oceania's own tours o ly got back shortly before 4 pm. Would love to do other tours with Josué.

Cerro verde national park and Coatepeque Lake

Ana_M, Jun 2023

Amazing trip!

This was a fantastic experience! There is a short 40 minute hike where you are able to see views of the Lago de Coatepeque. We went during a time when the lake turns turquoise and it was so beautiful. Lunch was also really great as the restaurant we went to was on the lake and there was an opportunity to jetski as well as ride the ferry. Overall this trip was a 10/10.

Cerro Verde Park & Joya de Ceren UNESCO Site- Shore Excursion

Ian_B, Nov 2023

Excellent tour of El Salvador.

If you have one day to experience El Salvador away from the beach and the City do this tour! Roberto was an amazing guide, very knowledgeable about history and proud to show off his country. Perfect English. We had a blast all day and really enjoyed lunch in the volcano crater. Felt safe the entire time. Trip is highly recommended!!

Cerro Verde National Park

5.0

(408)

San Salvador

Know before you go

Even a short trip is memorable, thanks to the mile-long round-trip main trail that takes you to the crater and back.
Spend the night on or near the volcanoes with overnight accommodation options within the national park’s boundaries.
Find your way to the Finca Maria Auxiliadora on the southernmost end of the park for a great view of Izalco Volcano from the observation deck.

Tours and Tickets to Experience Cerro Verde National Park

9 results

What are people saying about Cerro Verde National Park

Cerro Verde National Park

People Also Ask