El Salvador - A Great Surfing Destination
>> Monday 5 January 2009
In the heart of the Americas is the small country of El Salvador. Recently, more and more it is gaining reputation as a world class surfing spot and the best thing is that it is easily accessible - only a 5 hour trip from New York and there are daily scheduled flights from all major airports in the United States.
There are so many things that make the beaches of El Salvador great for surfing... the un-crowded beaches, great weather, friendly helpful locals and of course great long barrels!
Surfing in El Salvador is best between March and October, during January and February the waves are smaller but still great.
El Salvador's surfing areas are divided into 2 regions: La Libertad and "The Wild East".
La Libertad
In the department of La Libertad are located some of the most spectacular beaches and is located only about 45 minutes from the airport. It has been dubbed "the surf capital of El Salvador", and has been compared to "Rincon" in California by many surfers. With a relaxed and laid back atmosphere, this is the choice of many. The area is well developed with restaurants, hotels and a surf board repair shop all along the beach.
There are so many great surfing spots, but I here will mention 2 of the most popular ones.
El Sunzal is probably the most popular spot of all for its bigger beach break and powerful waves. It best to go during the week as it can get a bit crowded on weekends, many locals also come here.
Punta Roca is among the top right point breaks in the world, these waves are for experienced surfers. This break gets hollow giving surfers awesome long barrels.
The Wild East
Named The Wild East because this area is less developed, there is not a lot of infrastructure in place so some of the most incredible surfing spots in this region are not easily accessible - which means of course less crowded beaches. Surfing tour companies do offer tours to these areas and of course they are locals who know the area well.
This region encompasses the East side of El Salvador and is located about 3 hours from San Salvador. These are 2 of the most well known surfing spots in this region.
Punta Mango is located in the department of La Unión and is accessible only by boat. This right point break is great for experienced surfers with wave lengths of 100 - 400m.
Las Flores is located in the department of San Miguel and it's great for surfers of all levels. This is a fast right point break with wave lengths of 50 - 100m. This spot is accessible only on 4x4.
El Salvador's waves are a must try if you like surfing, with its consistent right point breaks and great waves over 300 days of the year, surfing is a go any time of the year! And, you'll be pleased to find that the locals really appreciate your visit and will go to great lengths to ensure you enjoy your stay.
So why not explore this great new surfing destination!
There are so many things that make the beaches of El Salvador great for surfing... the un-crowded beaches, great weather, friendly helpful locals and of course great long barrels!
Surfing in El Salvador is best between March and October, during January and February the waves are smaller but still great.
El Salvador's surfing areas are divided into 2 regions: La Libertad and "The Wild East".
La Libertad
In the department of La Libertad are located some of the most spectacular beaches and is located only about 45 minutes from the airport. It has been dubbed "the surf capital of El Salvador", and has been compared to "Rincon" in California by many surfers. With a relaxed and laid back atmosphere, this is the choice of many. The area is well developed with restaurants, hotels and a surf board repair shop all along the beach.
There are so many great surfing spots, but I here will mention 2 of the most popular ones.
El Sunzal is probably the most popular spot of all for its bigger beach break and powerful waves. It best to go during the week as it can get a bit crowded on weekends, many locals also come here.
Punta Roca is among the top right point breaks in the world, these waves are for experienced surfers. This break gets hollow giving surfers awesome long barrels.
The Wild East
Named The Wild East because this area is less developed, there is not a lot of infrastructure in place so some of the most incredible surfing spots in this region are not easily accessible - which means of course less crowded beaches. Surfing tour companies do offer tours to these areas and of course they are locals who know the area well.
This region encompasses the East side of El Salvador and is located about 3 hours from San Salvador. These are 2 of the most well known surfing spots in this region.
Punta Mango is located in the department of La Unión and is accessible only by boat. This right point break is great for experienced surfers with wave lengths of 100 - 400m.
Las Flores is located in the department of San Miguel and it's great for surfers of all levels. This is a fast right point break with wave lengths of 50 - 100m. This spot is accessible only on 4x4.
El Salvador's waves are a must try if you like surfing, with its consistent right point breaks and great waves over 300 days of the year, surfing is a go any time of the year! And, you'll be pleased to find that the locals really appreciate your visit and will go to great lengths to ensure you enjoy your stay.
So why not explore this great new surfing destination!
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