Birdwatching Tour: Ecoparque El Espino & El Boqueron

Discover El Salvador’s vibrant birdlife with expert-guided tours. Spot rare species at Ecoparque el Espino and El Boqueron National Park. Book your adventure now.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ecoparque El Espino - Eco Parque El Espino is characterized as an actively managed shaded coffee plantation interspersed with patches of deciduous forest. Located at an elevation ranging from 2642 ft to 3937 ft above sea level (800 m - 1200 m) and spanning across 35 hectares, it provides habitat for a diverse avian community, hosting approximately…
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • 2 pairs of binoculars and a printed bird guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
What's Not Included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Includes convenient pick-up and drop-off services at your hotel or Airbnb in San Salvador or Santa Tecla. The operator will guide you to the best birdwatching locations and serve as your birdwatching guide.
Ecoparque El Espino offers a habitat for a rich variety of bird species, with around 221 different species recorded. It is recognized as the sixth…

Location
Ecoparque El Espino
Blvr. Sta. Elena 20
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Alexander
Oct 4, 2025
Amazing birds and amazing views! - Had a fantastic time birding. We saw plenty of amazing birds, had a wonderful and knowledgeable guide, and we saw amazing landscape views!
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B1826ndmarkm
Sep 29, 2025
A true 5 star experience - This was a phenomenal tour. Rodolfo is your guy if you like birds. Super knowledgable about the region and the majority of birds in general. Only thing is the tour starts super early so don't do it after a long night out. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who just loves nature in general.
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Davidbl2692hh
Sep 28, 2025
Wonderful guide, lot's of birds - We had a wonderful morning with Rodolfo. He picked us up early in the morning at 05:00 at our accommodation in El Zonte. First we went to one of the community-owned parks close to San Salvador. Afterwards we went to El Boqueron. In total we saw about 57 birds :) Rodolfo speaks impeccable English and is very knowledgeable. Not only did we learn a lot about birds, but also a lot about El Salvador. Highly recommended! Thanks again, Rodolfo, for a wonderful day!
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Melissa_o
Sep 27, 2025
Ricky Perez Leon was a... - Ricky Perez Leon was a fantastic birding guide! He’s super knowledgeable, educated, very personable and enjoyable to be around. He and my son (an experienced birder) found multiple birds and were able to have interesting and thoughtful discussions about birds and wildlife, I enjoyed the tour and know very little about birds, birding or binoculars! It was a wonderful tour and I highly recommend!!!
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Amysl1519lp
Sep 16, 2025
Birds birds birds! - We had an excellent experience birdwatching with Rodolfo. He drove us to the locations in his car and paid the entrance fees. The tour was an easy hike as he expertly listened for, spotted, and pointed out dozens of birds. We were truly impressed with his knowledge and also enjoyed other information he shared about aspects of the natural surroundings. The tour was a wonderful way to see birds and the volcano. I highly recommend using Rodolfo as your guide.
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Mukson
Sep 10, 2025
I Recommend 100% - With flawless English and excellent birding skills, Rodolfo is the perfect choice for the serious birder and beginner alike. He took us to two beautiful locations away from the city where we saw a wide range of birds. He is a safe driver and his car is in great condition. He will pick you up from anywhere in San Salvador (i reach out to him, he is happy to oblige). Great guy. Five stars.
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Wesleycr3422qs
Sep 9, 2025
Best Birdwatching in El Salvador - Great birdwatching experience for novices and experts alike! Rodolfo was very accommodating to our needs, knowledgeable of the area and birds, and fun to be around! El Espino and El Boquerón are perfect if you are looking for an easy and beautiful rainforest walk + birdwatching trip. We saw plenty of species including the national bird of El Salvador (Turquoise Browed MotMot), and learned many fun facts about El Salvadoran geography, ecology, history, etc.. If you are a nature lover and have a free early morning-afternoon, this is a must-do tropical adventure!
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Brad_s
Sep 7, 2025
Fantastic - With flawless English and excellent birding skills, Rodolfo is the perfect choice for the serious birder and beginner alike. He took us to two beautiful locations away from the city where we saw a wide range of birds. He is a safe driver and his car is in great condition. Know that he will pick you up from anywhere in San Salvador (for some reason viator didn’t seem to think so but when I contacted him he was happy to oblige). Great guy. Five stars.
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810christinau
Jul 12, 2025
Incredible custom experience - Rodolfo gave us a custom bird tour with one hour's notice. He took us to three gorgeous and scenic locations that were not only great for birding but also perfect for my current limitations at 6 mos pregnant. The trip was truly tailored just for us. He is remarkably intelligent, excellent company, lovely and kind, and a wonderful birder. We saw some incredible birds including an endangered parrot close to extinction. We are thrilled to have found him and will definitely book future tours with him.
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Christian
Jun 20, 2025
Amazing birdwatching experience - Rodolfo is an amazing guide with a vast wealth of knowledge. His passion for birdwatching is infectious and engaging. As a novice, he did such a terrific job of giving me tips and making me excited for the hobby. I definitely plan on going out with him again when I return to El Salvador. The highlights of our trek were a sighting of an Elegant Trogon and some endemic hummingbirds. If you are interested in birdwatching in El Salvador, Rodolfo is your guy!
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From $95
up to 4 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).