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City of San Salvador in El Salvador with view to the volcano.
City of San Salvador in El Salvador with view to the volcano.

Discover Acajutla, El Salvador

Volcanic Hikes. Coffee Farms.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Acajutla, El Salvador

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

San Andres Ruins (El Salvador) San Andrés Ruins (El Salvador)
Coatepeque Lake in El Salvador, panoramic view of the south side island in the middle. Witness one of the world's most beautiful volcanic lakes, Coatepeque.
Tazumal archaeological site of Maya civilization in El Salvador. It is an architectural complex within the larger area of the ancient Mesoamerican city of Chalchuapa. Central America. Visit the pyramid of Tazumal, a restored Mayan site in El Salvador.
Ilamatepec lagoon on the active Santa Ana Volcano in El Salvador, beautiful mint green laguna in the volcano with clouds and sulfur See the mint-coloured lagoon, Ilamatepec, at the Santa Ana Volcano.
A statue of Jesus stands on a small island of volcanic rocks A statue of Jesus stands on a small island of volcanic rocks.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Raw coffee beans at Conception de Ataco on El Salvador

Famous For

Acajutla is El Salvador’s principal seaport. Coffee, sugar, and Balsam of Peru are the main exports.

typical Salvadoran dish, cheese pupusas with cabbage and tomato sauce. rice and corn pupusas stuffed with cheese, beans or other ingredients

Exquisite Flavours

Be sure to try pupusas, El Salvador's iconic dish, filled with cheese or beans. Don't miss the fresh, locally grown coffee.

Jesus Crist statue on the globe, Monument to the Divine Savior of the World in San Salvador, El Salvador, Central America

Fun Facts

At the Battle of Acajutla in 1524, Hernán Cortés conquered what is now El Salvador.

Port Name & Location

Port of Acajutla, El Salvador
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The local language in Acajutla is Spanish.

Time Zone

CST (Central Standard Time)
UTC/GMT -6 hours

Currency & Shopping

The official currency is the U.S. dollar.

Featured Acajutla Itineraries

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