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Mother Salt Island
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Mother Salt Island

Ecotourism community with lodging and dock in the mangrove

Madresal Island, San Juan del Gozo, Usulután

Open 24 hours

About Mother Salt Island

Isla Madresal is a community ecotourism project located in the Jiquilisco Bay, on the San Juan del Gozo peninsula in Usulután. It is surrounded by mangroves and features an open beach along the Pacific Ocean. The island offers community-managed cabins for accommodation, a dock, and a dining area. Access is by boat from Puerto El Triunfo or via the San Juan del Gozo peninsula. Activities include mangrove tours, birdwatching, and turtle releases during the season. Visits can be made during the day or with an overnight stay.

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Hours

Open 24 hours

Location & Map

Madresal Island, San Juan del Gozo, Usulután

How to get there

By boat from Puerto El Triunfo, or by land through the San Juan del Gozo peninsula.

Visit Tips

Book the cabin in advance during high season.

Inquire about turtle releases and mangrove tours.

Bring cash; the services are community-based.

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