Playa barra de santiago:

 located in the department of ahuachapan this is a beach town where you will find large supply of seafood also will be in contact with the ocean and the estuary of the bar, the estuary is fit to practice swimming, kayaking, sailing, water skiing, and you can go out to sea at high tide through the mouth of El Zapote.

Getting there

If traveling by car, access is through the CA 2 road leading to the border of La Hachadura from San Salvador reaches Sonsonate and continues towards Acajutla to reach the deviation of five kilo turn right (west ) and continue to kilometer 98.5 there find a signposted turnoff that indicates "Towards La Barra de Santiago" continue on this road which will lead you to the beach.

If traveling by bus, terminal tackle West Route 205 that leads to Sonsonate, Sonsonate the terminal address 259 route leading from Sonsonate border Hachadura and 98.5 kilometer down and from there find services transport pick-ups that lead to the beach, or you can tackle the route 459 that leads to the mouth of the sapote.

 

 playa Metalío:

Beach Metalío is a classic beach, its black sand and water temperature will captivate, at this beach there are many small restaurants with fresh seafood, its proximity to the port of Acajutla provides much greater returns on their trade and supply seafood, its location is perfect for watching the beautiful sunset colors site as the sun set over the sea to hide in any season, making it an excellent destination for amateur and professional photographers looking to capture a picture awesome Salvadoran Pacific.

Getting there

By car, traveling from San Salvador contact Sonsonate, Sonsonate then be followed towards the Port of Acajutla, and the diversion of "kilo 5" turn toward the west (right hand) to address the CA-2 highway, and travel 9.9 kilometers there find a diversion with signage that tells you where cross to get to the beach.

Bus, San Salvador go to the terminal and address Western Route # 205 to get to Sonsonate transhipped to Route # 259 that leads to the Hachadura border and get off at the turnoff that indicates cross to Metalío, thence the beach is approximately 1 km you can go walking without any problem.

Playa Los Cóbanos:

Beautiful beach located in the largest rocky reef north Pacific, golden sand, ideal for diving where coral reefs, shipwrecks for 120 years and the possibility of humpback whales can be seen during the months of October to February, in this beautiful beach that is protected area will find excellent hotels some international chains, clubs with golf courses and eco-lodges with superb facilities and comfort, as well as the foundation that protects the reef can arrange a tour by boat to dive sites , snorkeling and fishing.

For different tours in the area FUNDARRECIFE contact the phone + 503-2417 6825

Getting there

By car, head Sonsonate, after passing through Sonsonate, continue going towards Acajutla diversion "kilo 5", and 3 kms approximately find the detour to Los Cóbanos must turn left (eastward) Beach Los Cóbanos is approximately 7 km after passing the turnoff.

By bus, go starting from San Salvador to Sonsonate on Route 205, then change buses there to Route 257 that leads directly to the beach The Cóbanos.

Beaches in the central area

Playa El Zonte:

Great beach for surfing, and Stage national and international tests of the sport, with good range of hotels and restaurants, campgrounds, runs a surfing school run by women who are part of the national ranking, which also drive significant projects for community development and environmental eco, there are rocky areas with beautiful landscapes and family friendly waves is excellent access via the coastal road located at km. 53.5.

 

Playa El Palmarcito:

Excellent beach for surfing or body surfing, where is small businesses that offer food service fresh seafood, no aerial secure parking, plus there is a club that offers all services such as food, shelter, has artificial pools for children and adults, slides, also has two beautiful saltwater pools next to the sea where the waves recycle their water, has excellent viewpoints, entrance fees to the club ranging from $ 7.00 and accommodation from $ 20.00 your schedule is Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 to 5:00 p: m:

Getting there

If traveling by car, part of San Salvador heading for La Libertad through the CA-4 road then to reach freedom turn eastward on the CA-2 road and at kilometer 51.5 find a sign that indicates the entry the club and the beach.

If traveling by bus, terminal addressed in the Western Route 102 to reach the transshipment freedom to Route 192 that leads to the bead and upon reaching the 49.5 kilometer down, there you will find the sign on the beach or the Palmarcito be addressed in Freedom Park in San Salvador route 107 which will drive from San Salvador to the beach the Palmarcito, the route heads up Teotepeque so this route continues its journey after the Palmarcito.

Playa El Sunzal y El Tunco:

Considered by the specialized media and international surfers among the world's best beaches for surfing, excellent beach for snorkeling and shallow diving in its seabed is rocky habitat can see oysters, lobsters, coral all clarity especially in the summer months (November to April) at the beach tunco that abuts a variety of restaurants offering seafood delicacies and accommodation surfers and tourists in the area there is also an excellent restaurant-house sea international and magnificent facilities that meet the most demanding kitchen there is also a workshop table in case your surfboard damage as well as rent and instructors for this sport, an inevitable fate regarding sun beach and surfing.

Getting there

By car, from San Salvador head towards the port of freedom through the CA-4 motorway at liberty turn right (west) and the CA-2 forward road to kilometer 42 where you will find the sign indicating the entrance to this wonderful beach

By bus, go to the terminal of the West and Route 102 addresses that leads to freedom then there trasborde to Route 80-to 25 minutes that will transport you to this beautiful beach.

Playa La Paz:

Inevitable destination for surfing enthusiasts, this beach surfing championships at major American and global center, latino, also develop in their environment is abundant and varied range of tourist services such as restaurants, lodging, surfing and kayaking instructors by its proximity to the pier of freedom provides ease of acquiring seafood when they are landed by fishermen, if you are fond of fishing offshore, you can rent a boat at the dock with a sailor who will take over the coast and to advise or accompany you to your fishing day a success, an important item of these trips is that many marine species like dolphins (lot) gold, marlin, tuna and others seen in this navigation, and if lucky in the months from mid-November to March can be seen migrating whales that go to North America and make the territorial waters of El Salvador route to warmer waters.

Getting there

By car, head of San Salvador to La Libertad through the CA-4 Road, La Libertad is 36 km from San Salvador by this route.

By bus, route 102 addresses in the western terminal which leads directly to the port of La Libertad you, then you can go about 700 meters west of the craft dock where you will find the beach La Paz.

 Puerto de La Libertad:

Old Port with history, where it worked the first port of freedom in 1854, and now a modern resort with great amenities where artistic, culinary and sports activities are held in the amphitheater, has a craft dock there can be observed the sailing and fishing boats berth and an opportunity to purchase fresh seafood on arrival, also operate restaurants, handicrafts, traditional food cafes, the beach is very friendly, pleasant temperature of water and sand surface rather Regular.

 Playa de San Diego:

Wide beach with over 7 kilometers long, ideal for beach sports such as jogging, volleyball or beach football, walking or simply sunbathe, the waves are gentle, we must say that this beach has small irregularities in its bed that can give problems for children or elderly because of that we must be careful when taking bath, but if you enjoy caution undoubtedly that there is in it a lot of supply of services such as lodging, restaurants and places where you can enjoy the variety of cocktails the locals offer visitors.

  Getting there

By car, head Liberty Harbor, arriving at the port turn left (east) 4 km on the coastal road (CA-2) that freedom leads to Comalapa there you will find the turnoff to san diego.

By bus terminal addressed in the Western Route 102 and to reach the port of freedom transhipped to Route 80-b which takes you to the beach san diego in 25 minutes.

 Playa Costa del Sol y  Estero de Jaltepeque

The longest beach in El Salvador for about 12-15 km with many hotels, beach clubs and places to see sunsets or sunrises enjoying fresh seafood and beverage of your choice, for its size is ideal for jogging , playing foot ball and volley ball.

Also at the end of the costa del sol boulevard can access the Jaltepeque estuary where you can browse through mangrove channels and see birds like herons, ducks, gulls, as these mangroves are home to migratory and resident birds.

You can also enter the sea out of the mouth of Cordoncillo or the Mouth of the Rio Lempa which is adjacent to the beach Los Negros which is a wonderful quiet unspoiled beach, transport from the lace is located at the end of the coastal boulevard sun to the mouth of Lempa river costs about $ 45.00 on a boat with capacity for 12 people and lasts 3 hours roundtrip Montecristo can also visit the island where you will find accommodation and food services.

  Getting there

By car, from san salvador go by the CA-2 road leading eastward at kilometer 43 you will find the detour that leads to the Sunshine Coast turn right and 15 minutes you will find the marked detour that leads to the costa del sol.

Bus terminal in southern see the path that leads directly to the Costa del Sol, which will take the boulevard Costa del Sol to the beach La Puntilla.

 Bahia de Jiquilisco:

Jiquilisco Bay (Biosphere Reserve and Ramsar site)

Located 110 kilometers roughly from San Salvador, is an area of mangroves and salty forests that are home to birds such as herons, gulls and others, roughly 55 kilometers long, is the peninsula of San Juan del joy, receiving waters largest river in san miguel and has 7 main islands that are Cumichín, Holy Spirit, Tortuga, San Dionisio, San Sebastián, Samaria, El Arco, and other smaller islands, their bocanas why can go offshore are 2: the Chepona and Crashing, coastal ports are Port triumph and Puerto Parada.

In Jiquilisco Bay visitors can enjoy swimming, skiing, birding (birdwatching) sailing, kayaking, sailing, artisanal and recreational fishing, windsurfing, among other activities.

Also in the Bay Area is the home Chahuantique protected spider monkeys (endangered) area and big blue butterfly.

In the Bay of Jiquilisco can also visit the island where the Holy Spirit can observe the process of industrialization which coconut coconut oil is extracted.

An unavoidable destination Jiquilisco Bay is the island's Pirraya in the vicinity of Isla San Sebastian and the Bassoon Bocana, this small island is where the greatest players of foot ball beach representing El Salvador in world championships Foot ball park, offer accommodation in bungalows and ecological and healthy food with fresh seafood and interesting boat tours and tours of artisanal fisheries.

Getting there

If traveling by car, through the coastal road (CA-2) leading to east you reach the junction of Jiquilisco at km 101, turn right (south) at 4 kilometers from that point is the Puerto El Triunfo where you can hire a boat that takes you along the bay and its islands, the price of these tours ranging from 20 or $ 30 in boats with capacity for 10 people.

If traveling by bus in the southern terminal tackle the 185 route, this route leads to the bay and Puerto El Triunfo.

 

  

 Playa El Espino:

One of the longest beaches in El Salvador with more than 10 kilometers long, ideal for beach sports that require large areas as beach football, volleyball, jogging, or also angling, swimming and other activities, services exist accommodation and food.

  Getting there

If traveling by car, go through the coastal road (CA-2) leading from San Salvador to the east and after passing the city of Usulutan 10 kilometers find the turnoff to beach hawthorn should turn south (right hand) and travel approximately 26 kilometers to reach the beach.

If traveling by bus terminal go to the south and address Route 302 that leads to Usulutan then transhipped to Route # 358-b or to Route 351 that take you directly to Playa El Espino.

 Playa El Cuco y  Playa Las Flores:

Fine black sand beaches and friendly wave, which offers excellent tourist services such as hotels, restaurants, excellent accessibility, Playa Las Flores run hotel-club surfers offering boat tours to "spots" to surf as Punta Mango, Beaches La Vaca, El Toro, La Ventana and fishing tours.

 

 Playas: Las Tunas, Torola, playas Negras y  El Tamarindo

This is an area that meets the aforementioned beaches and in a small sector can find different types of beaches are black sand beaches with rock formations where you will find small pools that have formed in the rocks and enjoy them as a natural pool, El Maculis Cove is a beautiful soft waves perfect for families, seniors and children, with great stretch of beach for walking or sunbathing beach sports or just relax.

El Tamarindo is a beach with characteristics of the estuary, little waves, low and constant depth in tamarind offer you will find boats that take you to see the coast of eastern El Salvador, or can take you to the islands of the Gulf of Fonseca .

Getting there

By car, go on the coastal road (CA-2) San Salvador leads eastward, after passing Usulutan find a detour called El Delirio, there turn right and continue; you will find a detour that says to wipe cuckoo, then find another that says Intibucá must also pass this and the third deflection says to Tamarindo, there turn right and go finding; Playa Las Tunas first, then the Torola beaches, beaches Negras and then the Maculis and El Tamarindo

By bus, go to the terminal Eastern and address Route 301 that leads to San Miguel, then the terminal of San Miguel addresses the route 385 going to Tamarindo, San Miguel trip to El Tamarindo lasts 1 hour and 1 hour 15 minutes.

 Golfo de fonseca:

Among the republics of El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua the Pacific Ocean forms the Gulf of Fonseca, discovered in 1522, by the Chief Pilot Gil González de Ávila, Aborigines called this water inlet "Chorotega" but its Spanish discoverer gave the present name in honor of Fray Juan Rodríguez de Fonseca, former Bishop of Burgos and president of the Royal and supreme Council pigs.

Within the Gulf a volcanic archipelago, which the main islands are Zacate Grande, El Tigre, Gueguensi and Exposition, which belong to Honduras, Naked Rocks, isolate yourself, Los Farallones to Nicaragua, Meanguera, Meanguerita (Pirigallo), staying Conchaguita Punta Zacate or Zacatillo Martin Perez and minor to El Salvador.