El Sunzal
Playa El Sunzal
A surf bay right next to Tunco on its west side. Its long, gentle right-hand reef break is one of El Salvador's most popular waves.
El Sunzal is separated from Tunco by only a small river mouth. The right-hand reef break in the bay has long walls and moderate power. The inside section suits beginners, while the outside draws advanced surfers on big-wave days. It is the most frequently recommended break in “Surf City.” The beach is quieter than Tunco's, with several seaside restaurants, surf camps, and resort hotels along the shore, where you can rent boards or book lessons. It is about a 10-minute walk along the beach from Tunco. Watch out for rocks at low tide, and wear surf shoes when going into the water.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- El Tunco Beach
- El Zonte
- Punta Roca
- Puerto de La Libertad
- Tamanique Waterfalls
- Walter Thilo Deininger National Park
- Playa San Diego
- Playa Mizata