La Playa El Tunco

Playa El Tunco

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(308) · Beach in El Sunzal, El Salvador
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Un lugar acogedor para probar sabrosos platillos salvadoreños a buen precio, y las mejores pupusas en el Tunco!

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Feb 1, 2025
Loved that place. I just wanted to warn the people that they shouldn't go swimming to far away. I wasn't aware that the see is mainly for surf and that the waves are so huges. If I hadn't done a whi…Full review by KRLIN
Jan 27, 2025
fantastic awesome best place - loved it... music ,,, food,,,, beach... cool people... good vibes.. gatos... coffee... nice peopleFull review by samantha a
Dec 10, 2024
Loved the beach, really clean and warm water. Everyone around is chill with good vibes. every restaurant has great beer deals. The only issue is getting to the beach with all the construction on the …Full review by ggjr00
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Hi, I will be landing in La Aurora airport in Guatemala next Wednesday and I thought about taking a surfing lesson …
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Hi, I will be landing in La Aurora airport in Guatemala next Wednesday and I thought about taking a surfing lesson somewhere in San Salvador. What would be the most convenient way to get there from the airport. I am landing at 9.30 am so I have an entire day to get there.
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You can take a bus. Probably a 1/2 day ride. Just got back from el salvador last Thursday. Take a lesdon through kayu at Suzail near el tunco.
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Hola, I am travelling with a friend from rivas in nicaragua to el tunco el salvador. We have 2 surfboards and big bags. Do …
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Hola, I am travelling with a friend from rivas in nicaragua to el tunco el salvador. We have 2 surfboards and big bags. Do you know the best to do this ? Is it possible in one day or is it a two day trip? Gracias
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Take a boat from the port of Potosi, Nicaragua to La Union, El Salvador. It's a short 2hr trip, costs $40 per person, and is beautiful. Also, going through immigration is much faster …
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Take a boat from the port of Potosi, Nicaragua to La Union, El Salvador. It's a short 2hr trip, costs $40 per person, and is beautiful. Also, going through immigration is much faster and free. The bus that goes through Honduras is 10 hrs long and will cost the same once you've wasted money on food and processing fees at immigration. To get a boat, show up at the port and ask around. Also, since you'll be in the south of El Salvador, you may as well check Cuco, Flores, and Punta Mango. El Zonte and Sunzal are close to Tunco and better to surf and spend time. Have fun!
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Hello! I am traveling alone internationally for the first time! I am both nervous and excited, of course. Is there any tips or …
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Hello! I am traveling alone internationally for the first time! I am both nervous and excited, of course. Is there any tips or advice you could pass along for as a single woman in her 30's on her own? I have 56 days to explore starting in El Salvador. I have my first 3 nights booked in El Tunco at La Sombra. Thank you in advance!
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Hi Stephany, Congrats on your trip. I wouldn't worry about El Tunco. Its super easy, mellow and friendly. For tips If you are planning to surf I would check with the locals about …
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Hi Stephany, Congrats on your trip. I wouldn't worry about El Tunco. Its super easy, mellow and friendly. For tips If you are planning to surf I would check with the locals about conditions. It is probably big wave season. Actually I think they had some small tidal waves or big storm a few weeks ago and had about a foot of water in main street. It looks like they are back to surfing big waves now but you may hear about it or see some building damage. Bamba Diaz is a great local contact if you want to go do something other than chill in town. He is a surf instructor but can take you hiking to waterfalls with jumping rocks etc. He doesnt email but you can find him on facebook. If he knows you are coming he will watch out for you. Or find him at Restaurant Erika. For chilling in town. The Balance yoga studio in town is great. You can get a $30 massage upstairs from the coffee shop. Coffee shop has nice shady back deck during hot afternoons. For all food. (Except Take a Wok) Go an hour before you are ready to eat. Things take a while. Guanaco Taco is a night time hangout. Super Tunco is a great Breakfast Hangout. La Guitara on the beach has great atmosphere for drinks and appetizers but dont bother with their dinner. Julie
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