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El Sunzal, El Salvador

Safety

Safety in El Sunzal, El Salvador
What do other Racers need to know in order to be safe? Current safety protocols/precautions in place? Any relevant issues/concerns? Any precautionary suggestions?

People’s Opinions

  1. It’s really safe in my opinion, but locals say be careful at night – things can get a little more dangerous then, especially if you head over to Tunco. Don’t walk around alone at night, especially ladies.

Ministry Summary

Ministry Summary in El Sunzal, El Salvador
Breakthroughs? Suggestions? Concerns? On a scale of 1-4 (1 being not at all, 4 being absolutely) how strongly would you recommend another World Race team go to this ministry location & why?

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Lodging

  • Sunzal Point Surf Lodge & Retreat (owner Dustin Weaver: 951-347-2328 (his American number?) dizyae@yahoo.com)
  • Address:  Km. 44 Carretera Litoral, Playa El Sunzal, Dept. La Libertad, El Salvador
  • www.surfsunzal.com
  • Sunzalpoint@sunzalpoint.com
  • around $6 per person per night (off season for surfing)
  • No ideal meeting place, but it works
  • El Balsalmo is a hostel within walking distance
  • Roca Sunzal is a hotel nearby for coaches ($60 per night)
  • Roca Sunzal Surf Resort
  • Address of Roca:  Calle litoral km42, Playa El Tunco, Puerto La Libertad E.S.
  • Tel: 503-2389-6126
  • Website: www.rocasunzal.com
  • Email: rocasunzal@hotmail.com
  • They are all within walking distance of beaches

Lodging in El Sunzal, El Salvador
Where did you stay? What were the accommodations (sleeping arrangements, toilets, showers, etc.)? Cost (per person per night in USD), Contact info.

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Food / Meals

Food / Meals in El Sunzal, El Salvador
Occupancy (how many people can stay comfortably)? Room layout (how many per room)? Restroom info (toilets, showers, etc.) Also list any extra accommodations /amenities, such as but not limited to: free Wi-Fi, paid Wi-Fi, free drinking water, sheets included, hot water, swimming pool, bar, lockers in dorm, etc.

People’s Opinions

  1. Richard, the owner of Sharky’s restaurant, kindly worked with our budget of $3.15 per person to provide us awesome dinners each night. We added up the total amount, and pointed that out to him along with the fact that we would individually be buying drinks from him on top of that number. He hired extra people for the week we were there, and they all worked very hard. He was also super nice, and held a superbowl party for us while we were there. His email address is richwilson@hotmail.com There are also vendors along the main road where you can buy good local food at inexpensive prices.

Accommodation Specifics

Transportation in El Sunzal, El Salvador
What transportation did you use to enter the country? Where were you coming from? What transportation was used to move throughout the country? Be sure to include the cost per person in USD and contact info if applicable.

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Medical

Medical in El Sunzal, El Salvador
Information on local hospitals / doctors / pharmacies. Where would someone go in a medical emergency? (addresses and contact info).

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Communication

Communication in El Sunzal, El Salvador
Did you have cell reception / Internet service? Where? Carrier / Provider, where did you get phones / SIM cards, cost? Country code?

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Debrief Location Specifics

  • Really fun debrief spot!
  • Much more of a private setting which is good for the squad, and tons of fun things to do.
  • If you stay at Sunzal Point, his manager, Baltazaar, owns a few touring companies (Check out Eternal Summer El Salvador on facebook or google) that include surfing lessons and waterfall tours that you can go on for pretty good prices. We definitely took advantage of those options.
  • Also, go check out Tunco, it’s a 10 minute walk along the beach. Really cool little town with restaurants, cafes, and shops that are fun to explore.

Debrief Location Specifics in El Sunzal, El Salvador – Debrief Location
Did your team debrief at this facility or elsewhere? What space did you use? Suggestions/recommendations. Contact info if applicable.

People’s Opinions

  1. Really fun debrief spot! Much more of a private setting which is good for the squad, and tons of fun things to do. If you stay at Sunzal Point, his manager, Baltazaar, owns a few touring companies (Check out Eternal Summer El Salvador on facebook or google) that include surfing lessons and waterfall tours that you can go on for pretty good prices. We definitely took advantage of those options. Also, go check out Tunco, it’s a 10 minute walk along the beach. Really cool little town with restaurants, cafes, and shops that are fun to explore.

Transportation

Transportation in El Sunzal, El Salvador – Debrief Location
What transportation did you use to enter the country? Where were you coming from? What transportation was used to move throughout the country? Be sure to include the cost per person in USD and contact info if applicable.

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Off Days / Fun Activities

Off Days / Fun Activities in El Sunzal, El Salvador
What activities did your team experience? Recommendations? List locations/contact info. Any locations to be avoided? Any extra safety tips for off days?

People’s Opinions

  1. Surfing: Rent a board for $5/day Sand castle building contest: always fun Waterfall: $10/person.There’s a nearby waterfall that one of the workers at Sunzal Point took us to. It was maybe a 30 minute drive and a 30 minute hike, but you can jump off some rocks and go swimming. My team did it and had a great time.

Other Important Contacts

Other Important Contacts in El Sunzal, El Salvador
Additional ministry opportunities, local pastors, etc. Relationship & follow up suggestions

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Tips

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Additional Info

Additional Info in El Sunzal, El Salvador
Anything we’ve left out? Any additional suggestions to make travel easier for others?

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