The Surf Window

Cerro Azul

Lima, Peru

Point breakIntermediate

One of Peru's most historic surf spots, Cerro Azul is a charming colonial port town south of Lima with a consistent left-hand point break that has defined Peruvian surf culture since the sport's early days on the Pacific coast.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size4-8ft

Wind

S

Offshore

Tide

Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

March–October

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Left

Bottom

Rock and sand

Shape

Long, peeling left-hand wall, consistent, predictable, and enjoyable on a range of swell sizes

Length

100–250m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: The wave is long and consistent with a manageable power level, perfect for intermediate surfers seeking a left-hand point.

Hazards

  • •Rocky point entry and exit
  • •Cold Humboldt Current (full wetsuit essential)
  • •Sea lions in the water, curious and harmless but startling

Local Tips

  • •Cerro Azul is one of the few surf breaks in Peru that truly works year-round, swells arrive from multiple directions.
  • •The town's colonial port architecture and the stunning cliffside scenery make this one of the most picturesque surf spots in South America.

Location

Map showing the location of Cerro Azul in Lima, Peru

-13.0249, -76.4793