Acajutla

El Salvador

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Cruises to Acajutla

Off the Pacific Coast, Acajutla is El Salvador’s principal seaport. Its beautiful quiet beaches are becoming increasingly popular for their white sand, blue waters and biodiverse reefs. A short ride away is San Salvador, where guests can tour Mayan ruins, hike dormant volcanoes and visit historic churches.

What you NEED TO KNOW

  • Port Name & Location
    Port of Acajutla. Ship will DOCK at this port.
  • Time Zone
    CST (Central Standard Time)
    UTC/GMT -6 hours
  • Language
    The local language in Acajutla is Spanish.
  • Currency & Shopping
    The official currency is the U.S. dollar.
    • Famous For
      Acajutla is El Salvador’s principal seaport. Coffee, sugar, and Balsam of Peru are the main exports.
    • Fun Fact #1
      At the Battle of Acajutla in 1524, Hernán Cortés conquered what is now El Salvador.
    • Fun Fact #2
      Diving tours and deep-sea fishing are popular excursions in Acajutla.
    • Fun Fact: Foodies
      Coffee lovers will enjoy taste testing El Salvador’s High Grown coffees – coffees grown above 900 meters.

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