El Salvador Travel and Tourism

Secluded beaches, hiking trips to volcanoes, and visits to Mayan sites are all on the agenda in El Salvador. The smallest country in Central America, El Salvador sits on the Pacific Ocean in between Guatemala and Honduras.

Joya de Cerén, an ancient farming site preserved in layers of ash, is a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Site and referred to as the “Pompeii of the Americas.” This is just one place to explore ancient ruins - ancient sites at Tazumal in Chalchuapa have revealed that civilization in El Salvador dates back to 1,500 B.C.

If it’s adventure you’re looking for, head to the coast, grab a board, and hit some of the best surf in Central America. Or, you can seek cooler temperatures and go hiking in the lush cloud forests of Montecristo and El Imposible National Parks, major destinations for bird watching. Crystal clear lakes are nestled within the country’s mountains - Coatepeque Lake sits in a volcanic crater surrounded by the peaks of Cerro Verde, Izalco and Santa Ana.

El Salvador has a tropical climate, though conditions change with elevation. Rainy season is May to October. The official language in El Salvador is Spanish, but the official currency is the U.S. dollar. Visitors will travel through El Salvador International Airport in Comalapa, outside of the capital city of San Salvador.

Sustainable Lodging in El Salvador

Looking for that sustainable resort, next to the calm, clear ocean, with rustling palm trees? This is what you can find in El Salvador.

Find your Sustainable Trip to El Salvador.

Learn more about ecotourism and sustainable tourism in El Salvador on the Rainforest Alliance’s Eco-Index Web site.