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.
Zorritos surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- 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 tide is best at Zorritos?
The Zorritos profile favors mid to high tide, ideally between 0.4m 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 Zorritos?
The Zorritos profile uses wind from SSE (157°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 135° to 180°. 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 Zorritos?
The Zorritos scoring profile favors swell from NNW (315° to 360°), a swell-height range of 0.9m to 1.8m, 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 Zorritos?
The main season at Zorritos is Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr. A secondary window runs May, Nov. Works with N-NW swells. Near Ecuador border.
How do I get to Zorritos?
The spot profile lists TBP as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 45 minutes. Beach town near Ecuador border.
What kind of wave is Zorritos?
Zorritos is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 3/10.
Best Season
Peak: Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Secondary: May, Nov
Works with N-NW swells. Near Ecuador border.
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