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.
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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 kind of wave is Camana?
Camana is a beach break in Arequipa, Peru, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Camana?
Camana picks up swell from the S round to the WSW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSW. It starts working at around 0.8m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2.1m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Camana?
An E wind is dead offshore at Camana, and anything from the NE round to the SE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Camana?
Camana has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.3m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Camana?
The most reliable run of swell at Camana comes Mar to Oct. There's a second window in Nov to Feb too. Year-round. Popular Arequipa beach destination.
How cold is the water at Camana?
The water at Camana averages around 16°C, so you'll want a 4/3mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Camana good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 4/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (5/10) when it's on. Strong rips. Crowded holidays.
How do I get to Camana?
The nearest airport on our list is AQP, then it's roughly a 3-hour drive. Main beach resort for Arequipa. Good infrastructure.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Year-round. Popular Arequipa beach destination.