Point BreakIntermediate — Expertwinter

Chicama

The longest left-hand point break in the world. Rides over 2 kilometers. Four connected sections. Remote northern Peru. Best from April to October on south swells.

Left point break — the longest wave in the world

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SW

Swell Size

3–10 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Intermediate — Expert

Location

County

Peru

Region

La Libertad

Coordinates

-7.8440, -79.4395

NOAA Buoy

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