El Salvador's most epic nature adventure: 7 waterfalls amid virgin jungle, walking inside the river, climbing rocks and using ropes. Full duration: 5–6 hours.
"This isn't your typical hike. You get wet, you climb rocks, you use ropes. At the end you reach the Chorros de la Calera, where you can sit in a pool and recover. It's the best nature experience there is."
Book a guide a day in advance at Hotel Anáhuac or Hostel Casa Meseta.
How much does the Seven Waterfalls of Juayúa tour cost?
A guide is required: $15–20 per person. Book the day before at Hotel Anáhuac or Hostel Casa Meseta in Juayúa. Without a reservation you may end up without a guide.
What should you bring to the Seven Waterfalls of Juayúa?
Clothes you can get completely soaked, water shoes, a full change of clothes (including dry footwear for the way back), waterproof sunscreen.
How do you get to Juayúa from San Salvador?
Bus 205 San Salvador → Sonsonate, then bus 249 Sonsonate → Juayúa ($0.50 for that leg). Total ~1.5h.
Can you visit only the Chorros de la Calera without doing all 7 waterfalls?
Yes. The Chorros de la Calera (the last 2 of the route) are accessible independently for a $2 entry, a 2-hour hike. Ideal if you want something less demanding.