Atami is a quiet town in La Libertad, El Salvador. Playa El Parmacito is a short, sandy beach with a mellow vibe and basic amenities. Travellers can choose to stay in private complexes, boutique hotels, or simpler hostels that offer simple to luxurious comforts in an area where there's a strong emphasis to connect with nature and the ocean. If not the local bars and restaurants offering traditional dishes and fresh seafood, nearby and well-developed cities of El Tunco and La Libertad are short drives away. Surf camps offer lessons, rentals, and organized trips.
The Break
Also known as El Palmar. Palmarcito is a barreling short to normal right beach break. Playa El Palmarcito may be small, however, it's a great location for beginner and intermediate surfers looking for a consistent spot to improve their techniques. Longboards and funboards are ideal here. Consistency is year-round with the biggest swell in summer.
Current Surf Report
- Surf Height2 - 4 ft
- SwellsSSW
- Wind7 mph
- Weather77°f
Last updated: 11 hours ago
General Details
- Skill LevelBeginner, Intermediate
- ConsistencyYear round, Biggest swell in summer
- Wave LengthShort, Normal
- Wave DirectionRight
- Board TypeFunboard
- Type of BreakBeach
- Swell directionsSW
- Best wind directionsN
- Crowd levels / weekFew
- Crowd levels / weekendFew to Crowded
- SeabedSand, Rocks
- Best tidesMid
- PowerBarreling
- Access ByPublic Beach, Paddle out
