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Las Tunas is a small, quiet beach community located between [[Manglaralto Estuary|Manglaralto]] and [[Montañita]] on the Ruta del Spondylus. It offers a relaxed alternative to the party atmosphere of Montañita, with a beautiful beach, some surf, and a laid-back local community. | Las Tunas is a small, quiet beach community located between [[Manglaralto Estuary|Manglaralto]] and [[Montañita]] on the Ruta del Spondylus. It offers a relaxed alternative to the party atmosphere of Montañita, with a beautiful beach, some surf, and a laid-back local community. | ||
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Las Tunas is home to a unique local attraction — the [[Las Tunas Hanging Bridges]] (puentes colgantes) — suspension bridges over a small river or estuary in the area. These bridges are a local curiosity and a pleasant short walk from the beach. | Las Tunas is home to a unique local attraction — the [[Las Tunas Hanging Bridges]] (puentes colgantes) — suspension bridges over a small river or estuary in the area. These bridges are a local curiosity and a pleasant short walk from the beach. | ||
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Las Tunas sits on the coastal highway between Manglaralto and Montañita. Buses on the | Las Tunas sits on the coastal highway between Manglaralto and Montañita. Buses on the Sumpa Terminal–Montañita route pass through. By car from La Libertad, allow about 45 minutes north along the Ruta del Spondylus. | ||
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* [[Surfing]] | * [[Surfing]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 07:16, 22 October 2026
🏖️ Las Tunas Beach
Las Tunas is a small, quiet beach community located between Manglaralto and Montañita on the Ruta del Spondylus.
| 🏖️ Las Tunas Beach | |
|---|---|
| Location | Between Manglaralto and Montañita |
| Type | Quiet beach community |
| Character | Tranquil, low-key alternative to Montañita |
| Activities | Swimming, surfing, whale watching (seasonal) |
| Facilities | Small restaurants, simple accommodation |
Las Tunas is a small, quiet beach community located between Manglaralto and Montañita on the Ruta del Spondylus. It offers a relaxed alternative to the party atmosphere of Montañita, with a beautiful beach, some surf, and a laid-back local community.
The Beach
Las Tunas beach is a broad, sandy stretch of Pacific coast with excellent swimming conditions and a low-key atmosphere. The beach faces the open Pacific and receives swells suitable for surfing (smaller and gentler than Montañita's main break).
During whale watching season (June–September), the offshore waters here are among the best for spotting Humpback Whales, which come close to shore. See Temporada de Ballenas.
The Hanging Bridges
Las Tunas is home to a unique local attraction — the Las Tunas Hanging Bridges (puentes colgantes) — suspension bridges over a small river or estuary in the area. These bridges are a local curiosity and a pleasant short walk from the beach.
Did you know…?
🚌 …every bus up the coast leaves from Terminal Sumpa and stops in every village on the way?
Facilities
Las Tunas has a handful of:
- Small seafood restaurants and comedores
- Simple cabañas and budget accommodation
- No banks or ATMs — bring cash
Getting There
Las Tunas sits on the coastal highway between Manglaralto and Montañita. Buses on the Sumpa Terminal–Montañita route pass through. By car from La Libertad, allow about 45 minutes north along the Ruta del Spondylus.
See Also
- Las Tunas Hanging Bridges
- Manglaralto Estuary
- Montañita
- Temporada de Ballenas
- Whale Watching
- Surfing
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