A long stretch of sandy beach – perfect for sunbathers and swimmers. 
The shoreline is increasingly dominated by exclusive and pricey hotels. 
Less crowded breaks mean more opportunities to catch that memorable wave. 
Long living in the shadow of its highly-developed, hard-partying neighbor El Tunco, El Zonte has been quietly making a name for itself as the go-to surf and relaxation spot for Salvadorans and International travelers alike. The surf breaks are less crowded. The beach has a sandy stretch that can be enjoyed by bathers and swimmers – and even has a few caves fit for low-tide exploration. The village is spotted by a handful of affordable pupuserias, comedors and tiendas.
With a highly-financed development plan sponsored by already numerous high-end hotels, El Zonte faces the risk of becoming enjoyable only by the most affluent. But we’re hoping to offer a counterbalance: a place where local surfers can mix and mingle with travelers and share the best of El Zonte and El Salvador together!
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Now with DIRECT SHUTTLE SERVICE from Antigua, Guatemala and Leon, Nicaragua – El Zonte is even more accessible and can easily serve as your home-base for seeing all El Salvador has to offer! Perfectly situated just 45 minutes from both El Salvador’s International Airport and Capital, San Salvador – and within a day tour’s trip from famous landmarks like The Route of Flowers, Joya de Ceren [“The Pompeii of the Americas”], Los Chorros and Tamanique waterfalls and other attractions – we’re happy to help you enjoy everything El Salvador has to share!
We’re within a short walk of the beach, nestled in a nearby jungle location with direct river access where you can enjoy wildlife sightings, our natural pool and amazing birdwatching, too!
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