San Salvador Sunset Tour: Hilltop Views and History

Experience breathtaking sunsets and panoramic views of San Salvador on a private 4x4 tour. Discover the history of El Teleférico amusement park.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Mirador San Jacinto - We will pick you up at your hotel or at the point of your preference within the cities of Antiguo Cuscatlán, Santa Tecla, Nuevo Cuscatlán, San Salvador, San Marcos or Soyapango. Then we will drive to the top of the mountain for approximately 35 minutes in a comfortable, air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle.

We arrived at Finca San Antonio Lamatepec, a coffee farm where we began the ascent to the top of the mountain. The ascent takes 20 minutes by 4x4 vehicle. Along the way you can enjoy nature and the views; At the top of the mountain we will reach the structure of the former cable car where you will learn about one of the most emblematic amusement parks in El Salvador and its history, as well as delight in the beautiful panoramic view where you will appreciate the entire metropolitan area as well as the volcano. of San Salvador and the majestic lake of Ilopango. The entry cost is already included.

At the end of the tour we will take you back to your hotel, or to your preferred place within the city of San Salvador or cities on the outskirts.

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Entrance and parking fee at Finca San Antonio
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Individual Groups
What's Not Included
  • Pick up at the international airport $35 additional
  • Pick up at Playas de la Libertad $35 additional
Additional Information

For lovers of panoramic views and sunsets, we will take you on a private tour to the top of the highest hill in San Salvador, where you will enjoy the sunset and observe how the city is completely illuminated; You will also learn about the history of the mythical amusement park “El Teleférico” that closed in 2001 and today is remembered by many Salvadorans. Book with us and enjoy a fantastic activity that won’t take up much of your time, if you don’t have much time to go far from San Salvador.

We pick you up at your hotel or preferred location in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle with air conditioning.

We take you to the top of the hill through the coffee plantations of the San Antonio Lamatepec farm, directly to the viewpoint.

Good physical condition is not required for this tour.

We suggest you take the Tour between 3:30 PM and 5:00 PM so you can enjoy the sunset.

You can dress as you wish, we only recommend a light sweater at nightfall.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Darsmille
Sep 9, 2024
Breathtaking! - This tour is a private tour. Unlike other tours where I am grouped with other people, I as the only person on the tour. I have nothing against being grouped with other people (I do them all the time), but it was nice to just have space for myself. I booked the tour for later in the evening so that I could watch the sun set over the city and view the night lights. Jared picked me up at my hotel in the city and we made our way up the mountain. The scenery up the mountain was beautiful and you get glimpses of San Salvador. Once we got the site, we walked around the grounds of a former amusement park. Jared gave an entertaining history of the park and showed pictures of it when it was up and running. The difference between the pictures and the structures that have remained is astounding. From the site where cable car used to launch you have the most amazing view of El Salvador and mountains in the distance. We walked around exploring the grounds and watched the sunset. Then we started our drive down the mountain. Since it was just me, Jared was nice enough to make a quick stop at The Little Prince Park before he dropped me off at my hotel. It is one of my favorite books and I really appreciate that he took the time to stop. I highly recommend this tour if you are looking for a relaxing way to get out and see some beautiful and amazing views of the city.
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Dane_k
Sep 5, 2024
View of the capital - Excelent off road ride to the top of the mountain where there was a cable car. View of the whole city and the lake from the top. See how coffee grows and other interesting trees. Go afternoon, to see the sunset.
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Renee_b
Aug 2, 2024
A great tour! - Jared was professional, knowledgable, and fun! He adjusted the tour to make sure I saw everything I needed during my long layover. I highly recommend this tour!
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David_e
Jun 9, 2024
Very worth it and the views!!!! - It was such a fun and informative excursion. Jerald was very knowledgeable and made many suggestions on restaurants
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Dominique_r
May 23, 2024
Perfect tour to see city views! - Jared was the best guide! He was on time, professional, and friendly. I did the 5:30pm tour to see the sunset and the view at the top was amazing! He told me all about San Salvador and answered any questions I had. I would highly recommend.
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915wildthing
May 13, 2024
Must do‼️ - Very knowledgeable about the area m. Highly suggest this tour . Pick up and drop and food stop!!! Jared was a superb tour guide and I highly recommend
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Jenny_i
May 5, 2024
Awesome, affordable tour! - Jared was an awesome guide! Super friendly and knowledgeable about the whole area. The viewpoint is stunning, especially at sunset. He went above and beyond to make sure I had the best experience. He even took me to an amazing pupusa restaurant afterwards. I absolutely recommend this tour. The price is so affordable for what you get! Highly recommend.
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Robert_c
Apr 13, 2024
Amazing experience! - Amazing experience! Our guide was so friendly and we learned so much about El Salvador. The view from the mountain top was gorgeous and we got to see the sunset behind the volcano. He was kind enough to take us to a pupusaria afterwords and showed us some great sites around the city. Highly recommended!
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Nhat_t
Mar 27, 2024
Very Unique Experience - I booked this tour last minute and ended up being the only one on the tour and it was amazing! You can hike this trail yourself but for the cost it was much more affordable to do this tour and get driven up to the top as Ubers wouldn’t be able to enter to drive up. The views of the city and Lake were spectacular and I went during the sunset which made it even more amazing, seeing the city go lights up at night. Jared, my tour guide, was also great in giving me a history of the area. I would highly recommend you sign up for the 4:30/5:30pm tour to be able to watch the sunset. If you wanted to I saw people bring food/snacks up for a quick picnic as well, which was a great way experience.
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Steve_o
Feb 15, 2024
Best value for a tour in San Salvador! - Was totally unexpected as to what this tour would inclulde, but the trip up the mountain by 4x4 (required) was pretty cool, and views from the top where there was a former cable car landing (cable car used to run til the revolution in 80s shut it down). Now its pretty much vacant except for coffee beans drying! Then my guide Jared surprised me with an offer to go up Boqueron too, which is on the other side of San Salvador! We drove across and he got me to the top for great views again, crater and the city. Had a lunch up to overlooking the city, great tour and great value!
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