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Zunza beach
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Zunza beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 31th place out of 53 beaches in the El Salvador region 73.5 km away from its center, the city of San Salvador. It is one of the beaches of El Sunza settlement, just 2.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal blue water and brown fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Zunza beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Acajutla Beach, which has a rating of 6.9.
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Zunza beach (El Salvador) is located outside the El Sunza settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Zunza beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The shoreline boasts a unique feature of black sand, free from any pebbles. However, it is disheartening to see the amount of plastic waste and other debris left behind by visitors. It is imperative that the authorities take action and visitors take responsibility to keep this natural beauty pristine."
Luis Roberto Martinez
"The beach offers great security and a peaceful atmosphere, making it perfect for spending time with loved ones or even taking a nap. Additionally, you can indulge in some delicious food at a reasonable price while taking in the beautiful view and enjoying the refreshing sea breeze and the soothing sound of the waves."
Sarai Rodriguez
User reviews
"The shoreline boasts a unique feature of black sand, free from any pebbles. However, it is disheartening to see the amount of plastic waste and other debris left behind by visitors. It is imperative that the authorities take action and visitors take responsibility to keep this natural beauty pristine."
Luis Roberto Martinez
"The beach offers great security and a peaceful atmosphere, making it perfect for spending time with loved ones or even taking a nap. Additionally, you can indulge in some delicious food at a reasonable price while taking in the beautiful view and enjoying the refreshing sea breeze and the soothing sound of the waves."
Sarai Rodriguez
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurante Mar y Ti...• 2.9km
- Pupuseria Juela 100...• 3.3km
- Antojitos la engorda...• 3.4km
- Restaurante familiar...• 3.6km
Attractions
- Rancho Crepúsculo• 4 min walk
- Rancho Lozano• 22 min walk
- Frank’s Finca Tours• 25 min walk
- RANCHO BRISA DEL MAR...• 3.7km
Transport
- SAL• 89.7km
- Terminal de Buses• 4.7km
- Estacion de Tren• 68.4km
Localities
- El Sunza• 2.7km
- San Salvador• 73.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Zunza beach?
The Zunza beach is covered with brown fine sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Zunza beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Zunza beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Zunza beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.
Zunza beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
Is the Zunza beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Zunza beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Zunza beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Zunza beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante Mar y Tierra is the closest place located 2900 meters from the beach.
How far is the Zunza beach from parking?
The Zunza beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Zunza beach?
There are 4 attractions near Zunza beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Rancho Crepúsculo located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Zunza beach (El Salvador) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Zunza beach (El Salvador) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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