Cabo Blanco
Cabo Blanco is Peru's heaviest wave - a powerful left point that produces thick, hollow barrels when solid SW swells hit. Made famous as Hemingway's marlin fishing spot, it now attracts barrel hunters seeking some of South America's gnarliest tubes.
Cabo Blanco surf forecast
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (220°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 250°
- Size range
- 1m - 4m
- Ideal size
- 2.3m - 3.3m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 16s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (100°)
- Offshore range
- 60° - 140°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.6m
- Danger below
- 0.3m
Water temp
21°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Small fishing village. Basic services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Cabo Blanco?
The Cabo Blanco profile favors mid tide, ideally between 0.5m and 1.6m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session. The profile flags a low-tide hazard below 0.3m.
What wind direction is offshore at Cabo Blanco?
The Cabo Blanco profile uses wind from E (100°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 60° to 140°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Cabo Blanco?
The Cabo Blanco scoring profile favors swell from SW (200° to 250°), a swell-height range of 1m to 4m, and a reference period of 16s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Cabo Blanco?
The main season at Cabo Blanco is Apr-Sep. A secondary window runs Mar, Oct. Best March-October. Needs solid swell. Historic big wave spot.
How do I get to Cabo Blanco?
The spot profile lists PIU as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 150 minutes. Small fishing village. Basic services.
What kind of wave is Cabo Blanco?
Cabo Blanco is a point break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 7/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
Best March-October. Needs solid swell. Historic big wave spot.
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