Camana
Camana is the beach escape for Peru's second city Arequipa. Consistent beach break waves and good tourist infrastructure make it the most accessible surf in southern Peru.
Camana surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (210°)
- Direction range
- 190° - 240°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 50° - 130°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.5m
Water temp
16°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Main beach resort for Arequipa. Good infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Camana?
The Camana profile favors the recorded tide range, ideally between 0.3m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Camana?
The Camana profile uses wind from E (90°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 50° to 130°. 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 Camana?
The Camana scoring profile favors swell from SSW (190° to 240°), a swell-height range of 0.8m to 2.5m, and a reference period of 14s. 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 Camana?
The main season at Camana is Mar-Oct. A secondary window runs Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb. Year-round. Popular Arequipa beach destination.
How do I get to Camana?
The spot profile lists AQP as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 180 minutes. Main beach resort for Arequipa. Good infrastructure.
What kind of wave is Camana?
Camana is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Year-round. Popular Arequipa beach destination.