Is El Salvador right for you?
Visit. Transform. Uplift.
Are you or someone you know excited to live in El Salvador, but overwhelmed by all the unknowns? With Livin' Like a Local's Relocation Tours, you can explore the opportunities El Salvador holds for you with a trusted local by your side. We'll help you be sure about El Salvador, then help you plan your next moves forward, and connect you with a network of trusted, dependable professionals who can help you achieve your dreams.
If you are concerned about diversifying your investment portfolio in an uncertain economy, or are looking for a home where you can trust in your country's principles, we hear you. We can show you the future you can create in El Salvador. Who do you know who needs to be more sure about El Salvador?
Packages We Offer
Group Tour for Individuals/Couples
Travel with a Group, 7 days/6 nights
Rates Starting at
$2,400 ind/$4000 coup
All-Inclusive
(hotel, meals, transportation, activities)
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Individual Private Tour
1 on 1 Individualized Tour
Rates Starting at
$300/day (guide only)
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Group Tour for Families
Travel with a Group, 4 days/3 nights
Rates Starting at
$1,400 (1 room)
All-Inclusive
(hotel, meals, transportation, activities)
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Groups Tours for Individuals/Couples
RELOCATION TOUR ITINERARY
Relocation Tour for Individuals/Couples
NOV 23th - NOV 29th, 2024
DEC 28th - JAN 2nd, 2024
JAN 18th - JAN 23th, 2024
7-Day/6-Night, All-Inclusive*
Rates**: $2,400/Person or $4,000/Couple
Visiting is not the same as LIVING in a place. Are you considering El Salvador, but don't know where you'll thrive most? Do you need dependable people you can trust to guide you through your transition to El Salvador? Then this group tour is for you!
This tour will not only immerse you in Salvadoran culture but also showcase a wide variety of locations across El Salvador. During this tour we will visit city, mountains, and beach to compare and contrast the climate, activities, and culture of each.
You will meet others investigating El Salvador for their next move, ex-pats that are already here, and our trusted partners for construction, legal, finance, shopping, and real estate in El Salvador. The best way to save money is by not being scammed but having people you can trust to get the job done and keep communication open with you.
Upon registration, you will receive an email with all the details and information of the trip. If you have any questions, feel free to schedule a quick zoom with Jeni, your host.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in San Salvador
Day 2: San Salvador
Day 3: Santa Ana
Day 4: Ruta de las Flores
Day 5: Los Cobanos
Day 6: Costa del Sol
Day 7: Fly Home or Explore on Your Own
Covered*:
Trip Workbook
Transportation
Lodging
All Meals
All Itinerary Activities
*Not Covered: Airfare to and from El Salvador, Tips for Local Guides, Alcoholic Beverages
Activities We Cover:
Live Music Night
Resort Visit
Church Visit
Meet-ups with other Ex-pats
Guided Real Estate Tours
Local Shopping Guides
Evening Presentations by Our Approved Professionals in Construction, Real Estate, Finance, Shipping, Healthcare, and Immigration
**Activity Itinerary Subject to Change Based on Availability
RELOCATION TOUR FOR FAMILIES
Relocation Tour for Families
NOV 2ND - NOV 8TH, 2024
JAN 16th - JAN 18TH, 2025
MAR - MAR , 2025
4-Day/3-Night, All-Inclusive*
Rates**: $1,400/2-4 persons (1 room)
Do you want to see what YOUR family life could be like in El Salvador? Are you considering moving to El Salvador, but don't know where you'll thrive most? Do you need dependable people you can trust to guide you through your transition to El Salvador? Then this investigative group tour is for you!
On this tour we will be in a cultural immersion while focusing on all aspects family related. This tour will include a dive into the educational opportunities in El Salvador for children under the age of 18 including visits to various types of schools, parks, and extracurricular opportunities.
This tour will be primarily focused on the central region of El Salvador (San Salvador and beach) where the most family resources are available. Moving a family can feel daunting, but we will be here to help you create your new home in this beautiful country that highly prioritizes family.
As with all of our relocation tours you will meet other ex-pat families and our trusted partners for construction, legal, finance, and real estate advice and questions about El Salvador.
If you have any additional questions, feel free to schedule a quick zoom with Jeni, your host.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in San Salvador
Day 2: San Benito
Day 3: Santa Tecla
Day 4: Santa Ana
Day 5: El Zonte
Day 6: La Libertad
Day 7: Fly Home or
Explore on Your Own
Covered*:
Trip Notebook
Transportation
Lodging
All Meals
All Itinerary Activities
*Not Covered: Airfare to and from El Salvador, Tips for Local Guides, Alcoholic Beverages
Activities We Cover:
Sporting Team Visits
School/Co-op Visits
National Park Pass
Church Visits
Guided Real Estate Tours
Family Adventure Park
Evening Presentations by Our Approved Professionals in Construction, Real Estate, Finance, Shipping, Healthcare, and Immigration
**Activity Itinerary Subject to Change Based on Availability
HOSTING/PRIVATE RELOCATION TOUR
PRIVATE TOUR
DATES: BASED ON TOUR GUIDE AVAILABILITY
SIZE: 1-4 PEOPLE (CONTACT US FOR LARGER GROUPS)
Rates: $200/DAY*
Would you like a local that knows the ins and outs of El Salvador to guide or even drive you around, to be highly efficient with your time? Or an expert of what is most important to your future in the country? Livin' like a local has the trusted contacts you need to feel confident in moving forward in El Salvador.
This tour will be designed by you and your guide to focus on the region and topic that interests you most: investment, business, surf, bitcoin, wellness, etc. We can arrange for ex-pats that are already here to meet up and tell you of their experience coming to El Salvador. But most of all, we'll find the answers to your questions, so you can have 90% certainty -YES or NO to El Salvador.
If you have any additional questions, feel free to schedule a quick call with us.
Tour Itinerary
Covered:
Local, Bilingual Guide (with no sales pitch)
10-hour day
Your personalized itinerary
Anywhere in the country
Meet-up with a local ex-pat
Not Covered*:
Transportation**
All Meals
Lodging***
**For $50/day our guide can drive a rental car for you/ you cover gas
***If lodging outside of San Salvador, you must provide lodging for the guide also
Expert Guides Available*:
Realtors/Investment Specialists
Lawyers/Business Guides
Permaculture/Sustainable Living Experts
Bitcoin Experts
Education Specialists
Surfing Experts
*+$50-Based on Availability
Payment Methods:
Cash, Bank deposit, Bitcoin with out any fee.
For international transfers and PayPal add the transfer fee.
Testimonials
Maegan - USA
Thank you so much Livin' Like a Local, you helped so much, took less than two months become a temporary resident. Thanks for all the support and the experience was great with you guys!
Devon - USA
As a worldtraveler and cryptoboss, I loved being hosted by Livin' like a Local. In El Salvador, I surfed, hiked, and enjoyed the nightlife. They took care of my visa extension for me, so I able to work instead. They also took me to the ruins. You should check them out!
Jenn - USA
I am so grateful to have found Livin’ Like a Local. It has been wonderful collaborating and working with their lawyers, tour guides, and assistants. Thank you for helping me find my home in El Salvador, to show the truth of ‘lo mejor’ de El Salvador, and make the social and business connections I needed.
Patrick & Silvana - CAN
We are happy to have our resident card, You helped us a lot. The process has been great and we are happy with our choice. And thank you for all the contacts and other help provided upon our arrival in El Salvador.
FAQS
1) Is El Salvador Safe?
Yes, it is quickly becoming the safest country in the Americas. It's currently the safest country in Latin America. Any foreigner can feel safe and will love the freedom that the country offers.
2) Do I need a visa to go to El Salvador?
Only if your country is listed as a G-1, 2 level country. You can ask us which list your country is on.
3) What languages are spoken in El Salvador?
Primarily Spanish, but English is on the rise. We have a Spanish teacher at your disposal to make it easier for you to communicate with the locals.
4) What’s their currency?
US dollar and Bitcoin. We know that banks are a headache, but we can suggest which ATM is more appropriate, many government institutions accept bitcoin and the circulation of bitcoin is being sought in other places in El Salvador.
5) Can I use public transportation?
Yes, bus schedules and routes can be found online. The cost of the bus within the city can cost from $0.20 to $0.50, if you need to travel to another department of the country, the buses will not be more than $6.00 (longest distance) There is also a taxi service available, the Uber platform and another one called InDrive.
6) What is the cost of living?
Depending on the lifestyle, budget costs range from $1000 to $4000 per month. The cost of living also varies depending on your personal tastes. If you want the same amenities that you had in your country of origin, know that they will have an extra cost here. If you decide to live more relaxed without material stress, you will discover that you will connect better with society and with your neighbors. WE DO NOT RECOMMEND BRINGING YOUR HOUSEHOLDS ITEMS (high import taxes). Most things can be found in the country, unless they are especially made for you.
7) How is the food in El Salvador?
Delicious and particularly friendly for gluten or dairy-free diets. Pupusas are everywhere and you can find them with many ingredients. In supermarkets you can find many exported products. "Mercados" in downtown areas are often far cheaper than big supermarkets, with produce grown locally and picked when ripe.
8) What is El Salvador’s weather like?
Depending on location, El Salvador's weather is typically between 68 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit, or 20 to 30 degrees Celsius. The beach has a tropical climate with warm waters all year round. Its valleys have a tropical climate, and its mountainous area also has a very pleasant climate.
9) What words do I need to know before arriving in El Salvador?
Basic Spanish is helpful to ask for a baño (bathroom) or comida (food). We can give you the option of learning with an excellent online Spanish teacher. El Salvador is improving with teaching English in schools and including English signs, but the national language is Spanish.
10) Can I buy properties being a foreigner?
Yes, request a call with us and we will tell you how. And above all, we can advise you and ensure everything is in order for you.
11) What can I do in El Salvador?
Almost anything that doesn’t involve snow. You can have breakfast in front of a great volcano before taking a good walk, then go down to the city and have lunch in a top restaurant. In the afternoon you can go surfing on the beaches, and end at night watching the sun go down on the Pacific Ocean.