Surfing Peru is a popular destination for every level of surfer; if you are looking to experience a unique South American surfing holiday in the sun all year long then thisshould be your first choice. It offers world class surfing that matches that of any where in the world and with a wonderful culture to match.
Surfing Peru is a popular destination for every level of surfer; if you are looking to experience a unique surfing holiday in the sun all year long then this should be your first choice. It offers world class surfing that matches that of any where in the world and with a wonderful culture to match.
Peru has some of the longest waves on the planet. It has a perfect conditions with little rain on the coast of Peru and it's not too hot or too cold. All S-SW spots have very reliable swell from April to October. And from October to march North swell hit the coast. Consistency, all levels of surf available, mostly uncrowded, long waves, not to cold water temperature.
Chicama. It is the world's longest wave and is situated north from Trujillo. Chicama has a wave that stretches over 4kms, and paddling back is not an option. Ride as many waves as it takes to get you down the point and then walk back up. Even at 2ft Chicama breaks like a machine down the point, it is hypnotising to watch. Morocco may well be the land of the point break but Peru certainly gives it a run for its money. Chicama is superb and worth the visit alone.
The Peruvian coast is littered with such point breaks. Pacasmayo is about 60km further north and picks up more swell than Chicama. Perhaps not quite as good but more raw and worth the trip on the flat days at Chicama. There are multiple points between the two and with a bit of searching you'll be rewarded with some gems. The locals may even help you out in your search. There are a huge variety of waves throughout the country.
Big lows from deep down south send the swells northwards, and many of the surf spots receive an incredibly persistent offshore winds, and can find waves at any time throughout the year. If you are after a variety of uncrowded, offshore, good quality waves then Peru is a great stop off point. South America in general has some great waves and is an inexpensive surfing destination.
Peru has a temperate climate along the coast which is influenced by a cold ocean current called the Humboldt. There is a rainy season from June to October and conditions are cooler in the Andes with the rainy season from October to April while the Selva has a tropical climate with humid and hot conditions from October to March. Average annual precipitation varies from 2,540 mm (100 inches) to 3,960 mm (156 inches) depending on the region. Average temperature ranges in Lima are from 13 to 19 degrees Celsius (55 to 66 degrees Fahrenheit) in August to 19 to 28 degrees Celsius (66 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit) in February.
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