Surf Punta Hermosa
Peru’s premier surf town — home to pro-level waves and serious surf history.
Pico Alto
Chicama-Style Reefs
Advanced + Powerful
Surf Capital of Peru
20+
Surf Spots
260+
Sunny Days/Year
April–October
Peak Season
3–20ft
Wave Height
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
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