El Zonte
The beach where Bitcoin Beach was born.
El Zonte Beach, Chiltiupán, La Libertad
About El Zonte
El Zonte features world-class surf waves over black volcanic sand, just 50 km from San Salvador. In 2019, it became Bitcoin Beach, the world's first circular economy experiment using bitcoin.
Details
Hours
Open 24 hours
Admission
Free
Explore El Zonte
Restaurants, cafés and accommodation recommended by Experiences.
Where to eat
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La Cajita Kitchen
Nan Tal
Olor de Mar Pacífico
El Vikingo
Rest. El Teco
Low Tide Eatery
Roka Restaurante El Zonte
¡Hey Cipote!
Cafés & Bars
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The Surf Hub
Canegue Cafe
Cafe Cocoa
Zonte Cacao
Olas De Sabor! Smoothies & More 💙
Olas De Sabor! Smoothies & More 💙
Playa el Zonte, entrada 2 frente a iglesia príncipe de paz, El Zonte
Where to stay
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Almare Zonte
Olas Permanentes El Zonte
Palo Verde Sustainable Hotel
Hotel Michanti
Hotel Michanti
Hotel in El Zonte. Offers accommodation; it's advisable to book during peak season.
km 53, CA 2E, Chiltiupán, La Libertad
Eco Suites El Zonte
Esencia Nativa
RocaSol Casa d´Mar
Puro Surf Hotel & Performance Academy
Puro Surf Hotel & Performance Academy
Km 52 Carretera El Litoral, Cantón El Zonte, Chiltiupan, La Libertad
Location & Map
El Zonte Beach, Chiltiupán, La Libertad
How to get there
From San Salvador, take the Litoral Highway (CA-2) heading west, approximately 1 hour. Buses 192/187 from the Terminal de Occidente to the El Zonte turnoff, then take a mototaxi to the beach break. Parking is available at hostels and restaurants near the main entrance.
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