Oriente Surf Guide
Just east of the area of La Libertad, the zone of Oriente contains several worthwhile breaks.
Quick Facts
Less consistency than La Libertad
Many beginner-friendly waves and whitewash
Has a few solid breaks with southern swells
Quieter than the area of La Libertad
Surf Season in Oriente
The surf season in Oriente is the same as nearby La Libertad. You’ll find better waves in the summer months for sure, especially if you’re looking for intermediate waves. This area really needs a strong southern swell to get pumping. Anything else and you’re likely to find a bunch of peaky waves, chop, and whitewash.
Where to Surf in Oriente
Punta Mango is one of the main waves in the region. A point break right in the town of La Periquera, Punta Mango is a right-hand point break. The consistency is much lower than its cousins up in La Libertad, but when the southern swells come in it produces a beautiful wave. It’s not super beginner-friendly, but intermediates or those learning to turn down the line will find themselves having fun on these quick waves.
Crowds - Rarely
Surfer Level - Intermediate
Ideal Swell - S
Ideal Wind - N/NE
Break Type - Point
Consistency - 50%
Be Aware: Rocks
Nearby Surf Spots
El Pimental
Honestly not my favorite wave, but people like it. A super dumpy left, usually full of bodyboarders due to the speed.
Crowds - Some, not much
Surfer Level - Beginner, Intermed
Ideal Swell - S, SW works too
Ideal Wind - N/NE
Break Type - Beach
Consistency - 60%
Be Aware: Rocky bottom
El Espino
A rivermouth break that does well with smaller swells. Definitely a beginner spot, you may also find some waves to progress on here. This wave can get quite punchy in stronger swells.
Crowds - Nope!
Surfer Level - Beginner, Intermed.
Ideal Swell - S/SW
Ideal Wind - N/NE
Break Type - Beach
Consistency - 60%
Be Aware: Lots of beginners
Our favorite wave in the area. Super remote, hardly ever crowded, and some of the smoothest, cleanest waves you’ll find in El Salvador. Also produces rides up to 500m long!
Las Flores
Crowds - Rarely
Surfer Level - Intermediate
Ideal Swell - S/SW
Ideal Wind - N/NE
Break Type - Right point
Consistency - 60%
Be Aware: Rocks
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