Travel safely with the experts
Boat tours on the Gulf of Fonseca and a Nicaragua ⇄ El Salvador shuttle service with Captain Mario and his crew: more than 30 years sailing the Gulf.
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Departures from La Unión · Zacatillo Island every day · Nicaragua Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
years sailing the Gulf
Travel safely and comfortably: covered boats, comfortable seats, safety equipment on board, registered boats and licensed crew
countries available for your journey
Choose your tour
Prices and schedules up front. Anything that doesn't have an online price yet is quoted on WhatsApp.
Zacatillo Island
Every day · 9:00 am – 3:30 pm · $91 for 1 to 7 people · from the 8th on, $13 each
Sail past the Naval Base and the islands of Conchagüita and Meanguera, and spend the afternoon at La Playona. $91 per group of 1 to 7 people; from the 8th person on, $13 per person.
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Meanguera Island
2.5 h sailing · the farthest in the Gulf
The island farthest from La Unión: open sea, island communities and a view of the whole Gulf from the water.
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Conchagüita Island
Lookout · history · sea caves
The adventure route: a climb to the lookout, caves you can only reach by boat, and the island's history told by those who sail its waters.
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Private charter
The whole boat for your group
Your route, your schedule and your people on board. Tell us what you'd like to experience and we'll put the trip together for you.
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Nicaragua ⇄ El Salvador Shuttle
Mon · Wed · Fri · Sat · $70 to $95 per person
La Unión – Potosí boat plus a transfer to a nearby central point: San Salvador, La Libertad, El Tunco, El Zonte, El Cuco, Las Flores and León.
See routes and prices BookArtisanal fishing? It's arranged on request: message us on WhatsApp.
How are you traveling?
What you're wondering before you board
Is it safe?
Equipped boats registered with the relevant authorities, with a roof and comfortable seats; a certified crew with more than 30 years on these waters; and before departure we explain what to wear, how to board and what to expect from the sea.
Is it worth it?
Sea caves, lookouts and islands of three countries that traditional tourism doesn't reach. Routes that go beyond a boat ride: volcanic hiking, island communities and the history of three nations.
Will I be treated like a number?
We're a family business: Captain Mario at the helm and a crew that greets you by name. That's how people in La Unión already know us, and we want you to leave feeling like part of the family.
+ 30 years reading the currents of the Gulf
Golfo Travel is the most reliable, warmest and safest nautical adventure agency on the Gulf of Fonseca. It combines the seamanship of the route's pioneer, with more than 30 years of experience, and the family touch of Captain Mario and his crew with immersive coastal experiences designed for a new generation of conscious explorers.
Travel safely with the experts
A message from Captain Mario
I was born and raised in the shadow of the Conchagua Volcano, where the waters of three nations meet. What began as an artisanal calling to the sea became, over the years, Golfo Travel: a family business born to show the hidden treasures of the Gulf of Fonseca.
We're not just another boat. We know every current, every island and every legend of these waters, and we know that sailing the Gulf is an experience where the adrenaline of the waves blends with the calm of golden sunrises and sunsets over the sea.
The crew's promise is simple: to guide every journey with the utmost safety and with respect for the Gulf and its people. We invite you to disconnect from your routine, discover island life and return home with a renewed spirit.
Captain Mario · Golfo Travel
More than 30 years of experience sailing the Gulf of Fonseca
What travelers say
See all 9 reviews on Google · 4.6
Mario communicated very well before the trip and answered all our messages right away. We booked the transportation from El Cuco to León, with the boat crossing. The service was excellent: the drivers were very friendly and the staff very attentive at the border. The crossing was much faster than the road trip through Honduras. I recommend this service.
Montgomery · Local Guide · Google review · translated
This was the perfect way to cross from El Salvador to Nicaragua. Mario answered all my questions very quickly and gave me clear instructions: prices, pickup options, meeting point and immigration procedures. They handled our immigration in both countries without any problems.
South Seattle Fur Babies · Local Guide · Google review · translated
The service was impeccable. Mario was very kind and attentive; he even told us some of the history of the three neighboring countries. It's a small family business that values its customers and listens to their needs. Thank you, Mario! We'll be back!
Tengo Frío! Surf & SUP school · Local Guide · Google review · translated
It was a lovely experience: I had never been on a boat and decided to give it a try. It was great; the people who look after you are very kind and help you with your luggage.
Henri · traveler · Google review · translated
A great experience with captain Mario! Fast, and the views of the Gulf of Fonseca are amazing.
Léa · Local Guide · Google review · translated
Before you set sail: what your tour includes and what to bring
Applies to all our departures. The details of each route (schedules, immigration requirements, luggage) are on each tour's page.
What's included
- Travel safely and comfortably: covered boats, comfortable seats, safety equipment on board, registered boats and licensed crew
- Safety instructions and recommendations before departure
- Meeting point and check-in time confirmed on WhatsApp
- Direct support on WhatsApp before, during and after the trip
What to bring
- Clothes that can get wet: there will be splashes during the boat ride
- Water shoes (you get wet getting on and off the boat)
- Waterproof bag for your phone and belongings
- Sunscreen, insect repellent, water and snacks
Crossing the border? Nicaragua ⇄ El Salvador Shuttle
Boat between La Unión and Potosí plus a ground transfer to a nearby central point. Departures Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday; La Unión Migration Office at 7:00 am and Potosí Migration Office at 10:15 am.
- La Unión ⇄ León · $70 per person
- San Salvador ⇄ León · $90 per person
- La Libertad / El Tunco / El Zonte ⇄ León · $90 per person
- El Cuco / Las Flores → León · $95 per person
Our commitment to the Gulf
Five values that guide every departure: we practice them at sea and on the beach.
Sustainability
Marine biodiversity conservation, zero waste on board and eating at local eateries.
Safety
Equipped boats registered with the authorities, with a roof and seats; an expert crew and a briefing beforehand.
Hospitality
Warm, family-style service from Captain Mario and his crew from start to finish.
Exploration
Largely untouched spots: volcanic hiking, sea caves and border islands.
Responsibility
Clear guidance before boarding: sea conditions, travel times and what to wear.
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Travel safely with the experts: Captain Mario and his crew. Adventure and hospitality guaranteed.
Golfo Travel · trade name of Heydi Carolina Robles Montiel, individual (sole proprietor) · address for notices: office across from the Migration Office, La Unión, El Salvador · phones +503 7878 8279 and +503 7674 8673 · golfotraveltours@gmail.com · This site is not certified by a certification entity.