Point BreakBeginner — Intermediatewinter

Huanchaco

Historic fishing village with ancient reed boat (caballito) tradition. Mellow left point. Birthplace of surfing in Peru. Good for beginners on smaller swells.

Left point break

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SW

Swell Size

2–6 ft

Tide

any tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Beginner — Intermediate

Location

County

Peru

Region

La Libertad

Coordinates

-8.0850, -79.1205

NOAA Buoy

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