Chicama Surf Guide

The longest left in the world, maybe the best wave for goofy-footers that exists! A must-visit.

Quick Facts

The longest left in the world

THE LONGEST LEFT IN THE WORLD!

Beautiful location in the Peruvian desert

Relatively accessible wave

Surf Season in Chicama

Chicama can work year-round, but the winter months (April-October) are certainly the best. The SW swells come in with 90% consistency, and constant offshore wind makes these waves form beautifully. In the summer months you’ll have to wait for the right NW swell and they won’t create the long rides that make this surf spot famous around the world.

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Where to Surf in Chicama

There’s really one draw to Chicama for surfers, and thats Chicama point. You may have already noticed… It’s the longest left in the world! The waves crashing in front of the desert is absolutely astounding. It’s often a smooth ride all the way into the beach, and boats will offer rides back out. Broken up into the sections of Malpaso, Keys, and the Main Point, you can get solid rides when its in the 4-6 foot range.

  • Crowds - Some, but a super long wave

  • Surfer Level - Intermediate, Advanced

  • Ideal Swell - S, SW

  • Ideal Wind - E, Light

  • Break Type - Left Point

  • Consistency - 90% in Winter!

  • Be Aware: Nada

Surf Camps and Classes in Chicama

Here are a few options we like for surf camps and surf schools in Chicama:

  • Traveling Surf Tour - One of our favorite surf camps in general in Peru, this surf camp takes you to multiple different surf spots. Staying in various surf camps and hostels, you’ll get the chance to surf Chicama as well as several other solid breaks on the Peruvian coast.

  • WB Surf Camp - A nice family-owned and operated surf camp. They are a surf family, and will treat you like family. Solid coaches, solid programs, and safety as a top priority.

Other Things to Do in Chicama

Chicama is really home to surfing. However, you might also try some of the nearby adventure parks, hiking, snorkeling, or going fishing!

Getting to (and around) Chicama

The best way to get to Chicama is definitely to take a flight from Lima (LIM) to Trujillo (TRU). Trujillo is about 70 miles away. From there you can rent a car, take a taxi, or use the public transport to get there easily.

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