Turtle Release and Mangroves Cruise
- 7–9 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 4 languages
- Private tour
Highlights
Embark on a captivating journey to the Barra de Santiago! This protected area is renowned for its extensive mangrove forests, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural heritage. Ideal for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and adventure seekers, this tour offers a unique opportunity to explore one of Central America's most biodiverse ecosystems. ✔ Turtle Release Program: Take part in an unforgettable experience by joining a local women’s association in their turtle conservation project. You’ll have the opportunity to release baby turtles into the wild, contributing to the preservation of endangered species. ✔ Guided Boat Tour: Cruise through the mangrove channels where you will have the chance to spot crocodiles numerous bird species. Your guide will share fascinating insights about this unique ecosystem. ✔ Visit to El Escuco Waterfall: Enjoy a short 15-minute walk to the beautiful El Escuco waterfall, where you can take in the lush surroundings and cool off in the refreshing waters.
Inclusions
What's included
- Private transportation
- Donation for the turtle release association
- Entrance to the mangroves
- Entrance to the waterfall
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided Boat tour
- Guide
What's not
- Lunch
Itinerary
We will participate in a turtle release alongside an association working to preserve the four species of nesting turtles along the Salvadoran coast. You will learn about the conservation efforts and the specific characteristics of each species, then assist the newborns in making their way to the ocean!
We will embark on a boat ride through the serene mangroves of Barra de Santiago, where you'll have the chance to spot crocodiles, seabirds, and iguanas in their natural habitat. This unforgettable journey will take you through a protected reserve, offering a rare glimpse into one of El Salvador's most pristine ecosystems.
Last nature adventure of the day: El Escuco Waterfall (80m in height)! Located near the village of Santo Domingo de Guzmán, this waterfall will provide a refreshing break during your nature-filled day. (Easy walk, about 20 minutes).
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Expédition Maya
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in San Salvador
- Its from-price is 21% above the median of the 228 experiences we list in San Salvador.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 77 of 228.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About San Salvador
San Salvador is El Salvador's capital, set in a valley beneath a volcano, with a historic centre of plazas and cathedrals, museums and mountain viewpoints.
San Salvador sits in a bowl-shaped valley under the San Salvador volcano, whose crater, El Boquerón, rises above the city to the west. The historic centre around Plaza Gerardo Barrios has the neoclassical National Palace and the Metropolitan Cathedral, where Archbishop Óscar Romero is buried, and the Teatro Nacional stands nearby. The Divine Saviour of the World monument, a statue of Christ on a globe, stands on a busy roundabout.
Top-ranked sights in San Salvador: Lake Coatepeque, El Rosario Church (Iglesia El Rosario), Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana).
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