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Santa Ana Volcano, Santa Ana

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Head 2,381 m (7,812 ft) above sea level at Santa Ana Volcano, El Salvador’s highest volcano. Following a moderately difficult hike to the top, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of pristine surroundings. You'll also gaze upon a turquoise crater lake, located at the summit, and enveloped by four nested calderas and volcanic craters. Bring good hiking shoes, plenty of water, and snacks. Our Santa Ana Department travel itinerary maker makes visiting Santa Ana Volcano and other Santa Ana Department attractions simple, and helps you make a travel plan personal to you.
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  • El Salvador is famous for the amount of volcanos it has in it's territory. Santa Ana Volcano is definitely worth a visit, just make sure you have hiking boots and enough water.  more »
  • This is hike is medium difficulty. It can be completed in 4 hours. first you have to get to Cerro Verde. An extinct volcano where there are several outlooks to amazing Izalco Volcano and adjacent Sant...  more »
  • This is an incredible experience. The hike isn't too bad in terms of difficulty and once you get to the top it is so worth it. The views are magnificent. Definitely a must do.  more »
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