Montecristo National Park is the only cloud forest in El Salvador, it is also part of the Central American region that has little more than 7% of all the species on the planet, many of which are not found in any other part of the globe. That is why you cannot miss the opportunity to explore and get to know this wonderful and unique wild refuge.

The Montecristo National Park is located in the municipality of Metapán, department of Santa Ana, 117 km (72 miles) from San Salvador, in the place known as the trifinio, where the borders of three countries, Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador converge .
Also in that place is the second highest point in El Salvador at 2400 masl (7874. Ft) It covers an area of ​​1973 hectares of cloud forest and is part of the Trifinio Fraternity Biosphere Reserve.
It was the first protected area declared in El Salvador in 1987. At the entrance of the park, there is a colonial house, dating from 1783, where coffee, indigo and iron were produced.

The park contains trees up to 30 meters tall, including cypress, oak and pine; and local fauna, such as black shrew, squirrel, porcupine and white-tailed deer. Another attraction that captivates the interest of tourists is the Garden of the Hundred Years, with an exhibition of more than 100 species of orchids. In addition, some 275 species of endemic birds inhabit at a given time.
There are three important hills in the area: Montecristo (2418 masl), Miramundo (2394 masl) and El Brujo (2140 masl). Temperatures range between 6 ° C and 18 ° C. 4 so it is the perfect place to enjoy hot drinks that you can prepare in the kitchens that are scattered throughout the camping area.
It is important to note that this wild refuge is one of the biological corridors that serves as a habitat for various species in strict danger of extinction, also serving as a communication bridge between the north and south of the American continent.
Exploring this important ecosystem will allow you to value and understand, how important it is not only for wildlife, but also for humans,
General guidelines for entering protected natural areas:

INCLUSIONS • Small Groups • San Salvador city  or El Tunco Beach hotel pickup and drop-off • Transport by comfortable vehicle • Professional Tour Guide  • All Entrances fees.

EXCLUSIONS •Gratuities (optional)• Lunch /Food • Drinks • Water bottle

• Please remember that the hike to the top of Santa Ana volcano depends on the weather conditions and the cancellation of this tour can be done at the last minute by the national park authorities. Safety first. If this is the situation, we will offer a tour alternative for the same day.
• Do not forget to bring your sunscreen.
• Wear your mountain shoes or comfortable shoes, for difficult terrain.
• You can take your swimsuit, if you want to swim in Lake Coatepeque.
• In the rainy season, do not forget to bring your poncho.
• Take your camera with you to take spectacular pictures