Huanchaco - El Boqueron
El Boqueron is a right-hand beach break at the north end of Huanchaco that lights up during rare N swell events. When the rest of Peru is flat, this protected section can offer fun waves.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- N (350°)
- Direction range
- 330° - 30°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 1.8m
- Ideal size
- 1.3m - 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.90×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Offshore range
- 110° - 160°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.5m
Water temp
20°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: North end of Huanchaco.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Huanchaco - El Boqueron?
Huanchaco - El Boqueron is a beach break in Huanchaco, La Libertad, Peru, that mostly breaks right.
What swell works best at Huanchaco - El Boqueron?
Huanchaco - El Boqueron picks up swell from the NNW round to the NNE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the N. It starts working at around 0.9m and handles up to about 1.8m, with the sweet spot around 1.3 to 1.6m. 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 Huanchaco - El Boqueron?
A SE wind is dead offshore at Huanchaco - El Boqueron, and anything from the ESE round to the SSE keeps it clean. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Huanchaco - El Boqueron?
Huanchaco - El Boqueron has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.3m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Huanchaco - El Boqueron?
The most reliable run of swell at Huanchaco - El Boqueron comes Dec to Mar. There's a second window in Apr and Nov too. Works with rare N swells.
How cold is the water at Huanchaco - El Boqueron?
The water at Huanchaco - El Boqueron averages around 20°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 Huanchaco - El Boqueron good for beginners?
Yes, it's one of the friendlier waves around, rated 3/10 for difficulty. Expect a moderate crowd (4/10) when it's on. Mild conditions.
How do I get to Huanchaco - El Boqueron?
The nearest airport on our list is TRU, then it's roughly a 15-minute drive. North end of Huanchaco.
What other surf spots are near Huanchaco - El Boqueron?
The closest breaks we track are Huanchaco (0.5 km), Huanchaco - Sunkella (0.8 km) and Chicama - Malpaso (54 km), handy when Huanchaco - El Boqueron isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, Nov
Works with rare N swells.
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