Cerro Azul
Cerro Azul is a classic Peruvian left point in a small fishing port south of Lima. The wave offers consistent, workable walls that make it a favorite weekend escape for Lima surfers.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (200°)
- Direction range
- 180° - 230°
- 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
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
17°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Small fishing port south of Lima.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Cerro Azul?
Cerro Azul is a point break in Canete, Lima, Peru, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at Cerro Azul?
Cerro Azul picks up swell from the S round to the SW, 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 Cerro Azul?
An E wind is dead offshore at Cerro Azul, 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 Cerro Azul?
Cerro Azul has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.4m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Cerro Azul?
The most reliable run of swell at Cerro Azul comes Mar to Oct. There's a second window in Nov to Feb too. Year-round. Consistent left point.
How cold is the water at Cerro Azul?
The water at Cerro Azul averages around 17°C, so you'll want a 3/2mm fullsuit. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Cerro Azul 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. Rocky point. Popular weekends.
How do I get to Cerro Azul?
The nearest airport on our list is LIM, then it's roughly a 2.5-hour drive. Small fishing port south of Lima.
What other surf spots are near Cerro Azul?
The closest breaks we track are Puerto Nuevo (3.1 km), handy when Cerro Azul isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Year-round. Consistent left point.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Puerto Nuevo
🎣 Fishing village • Near Cerro Azul • Authentic vibes
Punta Rocas
🏆 Peru's Rocky Point • Championship venue • Thick powerful tubes
Playa Norte
🏖️ Beach resort waves • Consistent peaks • Lima summer escape
Punta Negra
🪨 Black point barrels • Quality reef • Lima corridor gem
La Isla
🏝️ Island rock landmark • Consistent left • Easy paddle
Kon Tiki
⛵ Heyerdahl heritage • Quality rights • Powerful reef break