Zorritos
Zorritos is a beach break near Peru's northern border with Ecuador, offering warm tropical waters and consistent waves. The relaxed fishing village provides an off-the-beaten-path surf experience.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNW (337°)
- Direction range
- 315° - 360°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 1.8m
- Ideal size
- 1.3m - 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSE (157°)
- Offshore range
- 135° - 180°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.4m - 1.5m
Water temp
25°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Beach town near Ecuador border.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Zorritos?
Zorritos is a beach break in Tumbes, Peru, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Zorritos?
Zorritos picks up swell from the NW round to the N, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NNW. That's a tight window, so it needs the swell direction to line up. 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 Zorritos?
A SSE wind is dead offshore at Zorritos, and anything from the SE round to the S 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 Zorritos?
Zorritos is at its best around the mid to high tide, roughly 0.4m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Zorritos?
The most reliable run of swell at Zorritos comes Dec to Apr. There's a second window in May and Nov too. Works with N-NW swells. Near Ecuador border.
How cold is the water at Zorritos?
The water at Zorritos averages around 25°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Zorritos good for beginners?
Yes, it's one of the friendlier waves around, rated 3/10 for difficulty. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Mild conditions. Warm water.
How do I get to Zorritos?
The nearest airport on our list is TBP, then it's roughly a 45-minute drive. Beach town near Ecuador border.
What other surf spots are near Zorritos?
The closest breaks we track are Punta Sal (48 km), handy when Zorritos isn't working. Fun fact: it's the most northerly break we track in Peru.
Best Season
Peak: Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: May, Nov
Works with N-NW swells. Near Ecuador border.
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