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Learn Confidence Bigger Waves in Punta Hermosa

Punta Hermosa, Lima, Peru

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20+

Surf Spots

260+

Sunny Days/Year

April–October

Peak Season

3–20ft

Wave Height

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Why Punta Hermosa?

A surf town packed with waves — from cruisy points to some of the biggest paddle waves in the world.

  • Pico Alto is one of the biggest paddle-in waves globally
  • Plenty of high-performance reef and point breaks like Señoritas and Caballeros
  • Surf hostels, seafood spots, and local pros everywhere
  • Less than an hour from Lima, yet feels like a dedicated surf village
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Travel Information

Getting There

  • • Fly into Lima (LIM), then drive ~1 hour south via Panamericana Sur
  • • Stay in Punta Hermosa or nearby Playa Norte
  • • Ideal for day trips from Lima or long-term surf stays

Best Time to Visit

  • • Winter (May–September) for solid southern swells and big wave days
  • • Autumn and spring offer glassy, powerful surf with fewer crowds
  • • Summer is smaller but still fun and more laid-back

Local Tips

  • • Many breaks are reef — booties optional but useful
  • • Pico Alto only for advanced surfers or tow-in teams
  • • Pack a 3/2 wetsuit — the Humboldt Current keeps temps cool

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