The Surf Window

Sunzal

La Libertad, El Salvador

Point breakIntermediate

A fun, accessible right-hand point break just west of Punta Roca in El Salvador, Sunzal is more forgiving than its famous neighbour and has long, peeling walls great for intermediate surfers.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalSSW (195°)
WindowSSE–WSW (150°–240°)

Wind

N

Offshore

Tide

mid-high tide

LowMidHigh

Season

June–August

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Right

Bottom

Rock and sand

Shape

Long, peeling right, more mellow than Punta Roca with consistent walling sections

Length

100–250m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: Longer, more forgiving wave than Punta Roca, great for progression in warm Central American water.

Hazards

  • •Rocky entry near the point
  • •Rip current
  • •Can get crowded as a refuge from Punta Roca's intense lineup

Local Tips

  • •Sunzal is a 10-minute drive from Punta Roca, check both spots before committing.
  • •The La Libertad area has several good seafood restaurants serving fresh Salvadoran ceviche and caldo de mariscos.

Location

Map showing the location of Sunzal in La Libertad, El Salvador

13.4933, -89.3708