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El Tunco beach
Playa El Tunco
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El Tunco beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 31th place out of 53 beaches in the El Salvador region 30.8 km away from its center, the city of San Salvador. It is one of the beaches of El Tunco settlement, just 0.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal blue water and gray sand & pebble cover, so it is recommended to wear 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.
El Tunco beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is El Palmarcito Beach, which has a rating of 7.3.
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El Tunco beach is located in El Salvador within El Tunco, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"El Salvador boasts of a must-visit destination that is truly remarkable. The beach is simply stunning, with its picturesque views and a plethora of dining options in close proximity. It's an ideal spot for a day out with family and friends, and an excellent place to unwind and relax."
Kacper Nowakowski
"Accompanied by my daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren, I had the pleasure of visiting this beach and found my experience to be delightful. The cuisine was delectable and the location was simply marvelous. 👍🏼"
Jaxon Aragona.
User reviews
"El Salvador boasts of a must-visit destination that is truly remarkable. The beach is simply stunning, with its picturesque views and a plethora of dining options in close proximity. It's an ideal spot for a day out with family and friends, and an excellent place to unwind and relax."
Kacper Nowakowski
"Accompanied by my daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren, I had the pleasure of visiting this beach and found my experience to be delightful. The cuisine was delectable and the location was simply marvelous. 👍🏼"
Jaxon Aragona.
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What to do in El Tunco beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that El Tunco beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Mopelia | Restaurant...• 4 min walk
- Hostal Los Almendros...• 15 min walk
- El Zunzal Resort• 18 min walk
- Beto's Restaurante L...• 2.7km
Attractions
- Letras El Tunco• 2 min walk
- Sunzal• 2 min walk
- Sunrise/Sunset Viewi...• 14 min walk
- Playa Majahual• 18 min walk
Transport
- SAL• 35.7km
- Terminal De Buses• 22.4km
- Fenadesal• 32.1km
Localities
- El Tunco• 380m
- San Salvador• 30.8km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the El Tunco beach?
El Tunco beach has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at El Tunco beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, El Tunco beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The El Tunco beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Surfing
Is the El Tunco beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
El Tunco 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.
So the overall recommendation of the El Tunco beach for swimming is positive.
Is the El Tunco beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the El Tunco beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. 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 El Tunco beach?
The bar is located right on the El Tunco beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Mopelia | Restaurante & Bar is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.
How far is the El Tunco beach from parking?
The El Tunco 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 El Tunco beach?
There are 4 attractions near El Tunco beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Letras El Tunco located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
El Tunco beach (El Salvador) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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