Esencia Nativa is a surf hostel in El Zonte. Just off highway 2. It is very unassuming until after you enter the gates.
We found people of all ages there. Some reading books, some making new friends, and others surfing the last waves of the day.
The hostel is nestled in a small beach community of families who have lived there for generations.
Alex has taught numerous locals the are of surfing and how to teach it. It has become their passion as well as their livelihood. We watched surfers out on the big waves and tykes near shore with boogie boards riding the remnants of the big ones.
Alex told us how he had extended his surf teaching to down syndrome victims. He is very proud of being able to accommodate these challenged people. When Esencia was last remodeled care was taken to make most parts of the comples handicap accessible.
This is not a one time destination. Those who come here make friends quickly and return as a.group. the commeradery is uncanny.
We had a beer and a pizza while we were there. The beer was frosty cold and the thin crust pizza was absolutely delicious.
If you are a surfer or want to be a surfer Esencia Nativa is the place to go without draining your bank account. Tell Alex Roberto and Roxanna said Hola if you go.
Again, the better pics are on my camera and we will edit this page in a week or so.
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