The most visited water park in El Salvador during Holy Week — over 100,000 people in that single week. Its name in Nahuatl means "river where the amate trees sink." 33 manzanas of tropical jungle with natural spring-water pools.
"Amapulapa drew over 100,000 people during Holy Week. That tells you everything about how good it is. If you want to avoid the crowds, go on a weekday — you'll have the place to yourself."
How do you get to Amapulapa?
Bus 116 from Terminal Oriente to San Vicente, then a local bus to Amapulapa. By car it's about 60 km from San Salvador, 1 hour.
When should you go to Amapulapa to avoid the crowds?
On weekdays it's nearly empty. Holy Week and August are the high seasons with the biggest crowds. If you go on those dates, arrive very early or expect it packed.