Share your experience with other travelers
24
ACCOMMODATIONS
FOUND NEARBY
from
$
35
Llano de Los Patos
Las Tunas beach
Good for Relax
About
Las Tunas beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 38th place out of 53 beaches in the El Salvador region 144.9 km away from its center, the city of San Salvador. It is one of the beaches of Playas settlement, just 0.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Las Tunas beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking.
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 Torola beach, which has a rating of 6.8.
Key features
Beach overall scores
Las Tunas beach is located in El Salvador within Playas, 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
"I highly recommend this beach. It's worth visiting for its unique gray sand alone."
Joaquin Hernandez
"I really enjoyed the beach, the water was warm and refreshing. It's a great spot for swimming and sunbathing. Additionally, the gray sand adds a unique touch to the scenery. Overall, I highly recommend this beach for anyone looking to relax and soak up some sun."
Xavier Iniesta
User reviews
"I highly recommend this beach. It's worth visiting for its unique gray sand alone."
Joaquin Hernandez
"I really enjoyed the beach, the water was warm and refreshing. It's a great spot for swimming and sunbathing. Additionally, the gray sand adds a unique touch to the scenery. Overall, I highly recommend this beach for anyone looking to relax and soak up some sun."
Xavier Iniesta
Stays nearby
General features
-
ownership
-
occupancy
-
size&shape
-
location
Cover and water
Rental
Activities
Audience
Infrastructure
Improve beach data!
Found a discrepancy?
Make your contribution by updating the data.
Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Blue pure water
El Jaguey 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access
El Tamarindo 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand
La Periquera 2.5 km
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Las Tunas beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Las Tunas beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Travelers reviews
Contribute
This beach has no reviews yet. Be the first one!
See more
Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Las Tunas beach?
The coastline of Las Tunas 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 Las Tunas beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Las Tunas 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 Las Tunas beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.
Las Tunas 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.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Las Tunas beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Las Tunas 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 Las Tunas 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 Las Tunas beach?
The bar is located right on the Las Tunas beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Capitan Mark Restaurant is the closest place located 3200 meters from the beach.
How far is the Las Tunas beach from parking?
The Las Tunas 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 Las Tunas beach?
There are 2 attractions near Las Tunas beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playas Blancas located in 4.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Las Tunas 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.Las Tunas 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.
Playas, check other popular beaches
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Salinitas 1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Salinitas 1.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Hacienda San Marcos 41 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray sand
Hacienda Taquillo 1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand
Playa El Cuco 0.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand
El Monzon 1.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble
El Palmarcito 1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble
El Tunco 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble
El Zonte 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand
Puerto Caballo 2.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand
Playa San Blas 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Blue pure water
Playa San Marcelino 0.1 km
