Playa El Tunco Surfing Experience
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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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.
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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.
What‘s Included
Professional bilingual instructor
Soft-Top surf board
90 minutes lesson
Rash guard (Surf Shirt)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Locker
Shower
Options
Playa El Tunco Surfing Experience
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing first time surfing experience!
W9635XPjuliat,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My sister and I had a great time learning how to surf with Pedro and Kevin! Neither of us had surfed before, but it was not intimidating at all. Our instructors did a great job of breaking down instructions step-by-step and helping us correct mistakes so we improved throughout the lesson. The length of the lesson was just right for learning how to ride some waves while not being too tiring. I would highly recommend this experience to any beginning or novice surfers!
Don't be afraid, if I can do this you can and you will have no better guide to surfing !
garygP8363WS,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a surf lesson with Pablo and as some background I am 47, I have never surfed before, I nearly drowned in the ocean once before in 2004 and I can't even ride a bike Pablo could not be friendlier and just puts you straight at ease with his genuinely kind and easy going demeanour. He teaches you in a straight forward and encouraging way so that I felt every time I got on the board I got closer and closer to actual surfing and I eventually knelt and stood up and got the feeling for how proper, actual surfing might be. It was incredible! I've been lucky to have travelled all over and done many things but, despite being a little uncertain beforehand, I came away honestly able to say it was one of the most fun things I have ever tried. Thank you Pablo, and I genuinely cannot recommend this guy enough. Put it this way, I'm now looking for places (cos I leave Tunco tonight) to have more surfing lessons. Fantastic experience!
First timer
Russanna S,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was my first time and a great experience. It was however the hardest thing I’ve ever did but I’ll definitely try it again. My instructor Kevin was patient with me and kept reminding me that this is my first time trying this.
Definitely, You have to try when You're in el Tunco
piotrsO8039AK,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was my first time. Definitely, I've had a full support from the trainer. After the first lesson I was already able to stand up and fell the wave.
Waves That Slap- in the Best Way (; El Tunco surfing adventure of a lifetime
Liam traveler golfer,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such an amazing and fun experience! Very memorable- great way to learn surfing, the instructors are super helpful and encouraging. Waves are forgiving and water is super warm! This experience got me addicted to surfing. Will definitely come back and highly recommend and El Salvador in general ☺️🔥
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V2971ILanat,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chamba was a great surf instructor. He helped me get my footing on the board and start riding the waves quickly. I would recommend booking.
Best Surf Experience Ever!
403nickyv,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such 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!
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