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Zunganera beach
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Zunganera beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 49th place out of 53 beaches in the El Salvador region 33.2 km away from its center, the city of San Salvador. It is one of the beaches of La Zunganera settlement, just 0.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal blue water and gray 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, partygoers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Zunganera beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .
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.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Amatecampo beach, which has a rating of 7.
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Beach overall scores
Zunganera beach (El Salvador) is located outside the La Zunganera 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 Zunganera 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
"I recently had the pleasure of visiting one of the most stunning beaches in El Salvador, situated in La Libertad, just an hour away from San Salvador. This beach boasts a flat terrain with minimal rocks, making it perfect for swimming and sunbathing. Although it was slightly dirty, this is to be expected due to human activity. The locals are incredibly friendly and welcoming..."
Klaus Tim
"The beach is a fantastic destination for tourists, with a well-designed municipal boardwalk that offers free parking and access to top-notch amenities such as tables, bathrooms, dressing rooms, and showers. The sales on the beach are also well-organized and offer affordable prices, ranging from $3 to $8. I highly recommend purchasing items on-site. Overall, I had an excellen..."
Fong Jennyee
User reviews
"I recently had the pleasure of visiting one of the most stunning beaches in El Salvador, situated in La Libertad, just an hour away from San Salvador. This beach boasts a flat terrain with minimal rocks, making it perfect for swimming and sunbathing. Although it was slightly dirty, this is to be expected due to human activity. The locals are incredibly friendly and welcoming..."
Klaus Tim
"The beach is a fantastic destination for tourists, with a well-designed municipal boardwalk that offers free parking and access to top-notch amenities such as tables, bathrooms, dressing rooms, and showers. The sales on the beach are also well-organized and offer affordable prices, ranging from $3 to $8. I highly recommend purchasing items on-site. Overall, I had an excellen..."
Fong Jennyee
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- RESTAURANTE LOS CHUC...• 4 min walk
- Ostras La Hermanita• 5 min walk
- RAMADA ERIKA• 6 min walk
- Comedor Economico• 7 min walk
Attractions
- Mirador Turístico Pl...• 7 min walk
Transport
- SAL• 9km
- South Bus Terminal• 29.2km
- Estación Zacatecoluc...• 30.9km
Localities
- La Zunganera• 180m
- San Salvador• 33.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Zunganera beach?
The coastline of Zunganera beach is covered with gray sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Zunganera beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Zunganera 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 Zunganera beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.
Zunganera 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 Zunganera beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Zunganera 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 and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Zunganera beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Zunganera beach?
The bar is located right on the Zunganera beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.RESTAURANTE LOS CHUCHITOS is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.
How far is the Zunganera beach from parking?
The Zunganera 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 Zunganera beach?
There are 1 attractions near Zunganera beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mirador Turístico Playa La Zunganera located in 0.5 km. See the attractions section for details.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Zunganera 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.Zunganera 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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