Sunzal is El Salvador's gateway wave—a mellow right-hand point break that has introduced countless surfers to Central American surf travel. The wave is almost impossibly friendly: long, peeling walls that forgive poor positioning and reward persistence. Multiple surf camps have grown up around this reliability, creating a community of learners and improvers who return year after year. The rocky bottom demands awareness, and crowds during peak season can test patience, but for intermediate surfers seeking warm water and consistent waves, Sunzal remains one of the region's best-value propositions.
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
6/10
Access: Easy access from La Libertad coast road.
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Feb
South swell season March-October. Very consistent.
Verified by El Salvador surf community
How well swell angle matches the spot
Wave height in the ideal range
Each spot has different period requirements. Points and reefs can handle longer periods than beaches.
Offshore/glassy conditions