Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Experience Tunco Beach’s amazing waves with a 1.5-hour surf lesson right in the heart of Surf City.
Jump into the warm Pacific for your very first session and learn the basics: paddling, popping up, balance, and catching your first wave in a friendly, beginner-friendly break.
If you already know the basics, we’ve got you too—the local instructors will take you out to the right spot and help you level up fast: reading the swell, choosing the right wave, improving your technique, and riding with confidence.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Professional bilingual instructor
Soft-Top surf board
90 minutes lesson
Rash guard (Surf Shirt)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Locker
Shower
If you’ve ever dreamed of catching your first wave, Tunco Beach is the place to make it happen. Warm water, friendly surf, and the iconic world-class surfing spots. Tunco Beach is one of the coolest destinations on the planet to learn how to surf. This surf school sits right in the heart of Surf City—steps away from the waves—guided by local instructors who grew up surfing these waters and know every tide, every swell, every secret of the ocean. Whether it’s your first time ever standing on a board or you’re looking to sharpen your skills with intermediate or advanced coaching, we’ve got your back. Choose from the lesson options, jump into the warm Pacific, and get ready to surf in El Salvador like a legend. Because here in Tunco… once you catch that first wave, you’re family.
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
V2971ILanat,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Chamba was a great surf instructor. He helped me get my footing on the board and start riding the waves quickly. I would recommend booking.
403nickyv,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Such an amazing surfing experience with Chamba! He is a great guy, very helpful and always happy! We learned a lot and had so much fun!

-20% off
From US$48.00Was US$60.00
Operated by Tunco Life Tours El Salvador