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🌎  El Salvador 🇸🇻

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📍  Playa El Sunzal

✈️  Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International Airport (SAL)

🚗  45.6 KM

⏱️  1 hour, 16 minutes

Playa El Sunzal, a renowned surf destination in El Salvador's 'Surf City' region, is highly accessible via well-maintained roads from San Salvador, with options for private shuttles or public transport. It's generally safe for solo travelers, though beginners often opt for guided surf lessons which are readily available and recommended. The peak surf season spans November to April, offering consistent swells, though good waves can be found year-round. Costs are typically budget-friendly to mid-range, with affordable accommodation, food, and surf lesson/rental options (expect lessons around $20-40). Visitors commonly stay for several days to immerse themselves in the surfing culture and enjoy the vibrant beach atmosphere, characterized by its consistent point break, stunning sunsets, and proximity to other popular surf spots like El Tunco.