The Surf Window

El Silencio

Lima, Peru

Point breakIntermediate

Near Lima in Peru's Miraflores district coastal area, El Silencio is a reef and point break that can produce surprisingly long rides in a sheltered setting, popular with Lima's surf community as a reliable alternative when bigger spots close out.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size1.5–2.5m at 12–16s

Wind

SE

Light to E under 15 knots

Tide

Mid tide

LowMidHigh

Season

May–Sep

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Reef and point break

Bottom

Rock and sand

Shape

Rights peeling along the reef

Length

80–200m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate to advanced
  • •Why: Reef and rocks require experience but the wave shape is consistent

Hazards

  • •Rocks and reef throughout
  • •Cold water, 15–17°C year-round from the Humboldt Current
  • •Crowded with Lima's large surf population on weekends

Local Tips

  • •Part of Lima's expanding coastal surf zone south of the city
  • •Combine with visits to Lima's world-class restaurant scene, best food in South America
  • •Best early morning on weekdays to avoid crowds

Location

Map showing the location of El Silencio in Lima, Peru

-11.8833, -77.0500