KITESURF PERU: SEASON, SPOTS, WEATHER & services

Kitesurf in Peru means wind every day and wild beaches! Flat water to Wave riding spots make Peru a kitesurf destination for all levels of kiters. Peru is an amazing country with a lot to offer to kitesurfers. The coastline along the Pacific Ocean provides some of the best conditions for kitesurfing and one of the longest wind seasons in the world, with a variety of spots that cater to all levels of kitesurfers.
At Surf Racer, we know how to make your kitesurf experience in Peru memorable! Together with the reliable wind that you can expect every day during wind season, the waves and flat water spots along the coast to choose from and the extended wind season with perfect sunny weather daily, get ready to prepare yourself for the kitesurf trip of a lifetime!

9 MONTHS OF WIND PER YEAR
North Shore Peru is one of the longest wind seasons, going from April until January.
NO CROWDS AND WILD BEACHES
Miles long of uncrowded and untouched beaches. Find your own peace of windy paradise!
DREAM LAND FOR WAVE RIDERS
Waves and wind season coincide, offering the perfect escenario for Wave Riders of all levels.
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Kitesurf girl setting up her blue, red and grey kite at kitesurf beach in Peru

From May to December the steady wind from the South East turns on the Kitesurf season in Peru, delivering top conditions every afternoon.

Despite what many Kitesurfers think, Mancora is not the only Kitesurfing destination in Peru North, there are uncountable spots, miles of long sandy beaches and ideal conditions for all Kiteboarding levels.

Within a distance of 20 km / 12 miles, you can go from flat water riding, learning or freestyle to strapless sessions in epic waves. Each place with no crowds or only a few in the water.

WHY KITESURF PERU?

270 days of wind per year, uncrowded and long sandy beaches to a perfect weather day and night, Kitesurf in Peru will be a life changing experience for any Rider.

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ALWAYS SUNNY

Kitesurf in Peru is perfect thanks to the warm weather and sunny days make the whole experience unique: in North Shore Peru there is no winter or fall; it's spring and summer all year round, so you won´t need to worry about thick wetsuits, gloves or caps.

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RELIABLE WIND

One of the longest wind seasons in South America. From end of May to December, the North Shore Coast receives steady and reliable wind from the South East, with a 90% of wind statistics during wind season.

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FLAT WATER

Beginners also welcome! Within a distance of 20 km / 12 miles from Surf Racer House, you can find all different conditions and kitesurfing spots: long and wide beaches which are protected from the Southern swells, offering miles of playground to learn and practice.

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WAVE SPOTS

We have a selection of breaks, accessible to all levels and experiences, that work differently depending on the swell size, direction and season. Waves and wind season coincide, offering a dream land for Wave Riders.

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NO CROWDS

Epic waves with just a few ones. One of our main goals for your stay is: NO CROWDS. The less crowds, the more you enjoy! North Shore Peru is still hidden pearl on the kitesurfing scenario, allowing the few kitesurfers visiting, to have an uncrowded session every time they ride.

KITESURF PERU PACKAGES: COME AND Kite WITH US

From a basic stay to an all-inclusive program, check our packages and book your stay in the North Shore with us

2 women learning how to kitesurf in Kitesurf School in Los Organos Beach Peru

BASIC KITESURF CAMP PROGRAM

Orientated to complete beginners to intermediate kitesurfers. The perfect package is your are looking for professional kitesurf course at a budget price. Includes daily kite lessons and basic stay in our Surf House.

Kitesurf girl setting up her blue, red and grey kite at kitesurf beach in Peru

ALL INCLUSIVE KITESURF CAMP PROGRAM

A full immersion in the sport. An intense program to learn to kitesurf inside and outside the water. All inclusive package with high-end services to have everything arranged and organized and just focus on kiting.

KITESURFING SPOTS IN PERU NORTH SHORE
Within a distance of 20 km / 12 miles find flat water or Wave spots with strong and reliable wind.

KITESURF PERU: THE NORTH SHORE SPOTS

From Souther to North and between 2 walking minutes to 15 minutes driving from our Surf & Kite House, you can access to the best Kitesurfing spots in the North Shore.

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CABO BLANCO

15 minutes drive from our SURF HOUSE. Cabo Blanco delivers consistent side to side-on shore wind, with an average of 18 to 25 knots daily, during wind season. You can expect 1 to 2.5 meters waves (3 to 8 feet), left handed point breaks and sandy bottom.

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PUNTA FARALLON

5 minutes walking from our SURF HOUSE. Sandy and long beach, that receives side one-shore wind and is protected from the swells; deep water, flat sections and, one of the windiest spots in the area.

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LOS ORGANOS

8 minutes driving from our SURF HOUSE. A cozy town with a beautiful Kite spot of miles long dunes, side on-shore winds and no obstacles or crowds! Protected from the south swells, you can enjoy sessions in small chop, deep water and no waves.

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VICHAYITO

12 minutes driving from our SURF HOUSE. An extension of Los Organos Kitesurfing spot, with the same conditions, a little bit more chop and a few miles North.

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MANCORA

The most popular Kitesurf spot in the area and, of course, the only one where you can find crowds. Similar conditions as Los Organos and Vichayito, but further North, which means much less wind than the Southern spots.

KITE EVERY DAY DURING WIND SEASON
North Shore Peru is the most reliable area for wind in Peru. From April to January you will always find wind, just need to know where to go.

KITESURF PERU: WEATHER, WIND AND QUIVER

Surf Racer Board House is located on a unique spots to access the best kitesurfing spots, within a few minutes walking or driving. Find here the Wind Statistics and if Wetsuit is needed for your next Kitesurfing trip in Peru.

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WIND Statistics

Between 15 TO 30 KNOTS
Jan / Feb
12 to 18 knots 30%
Mar / Apr
12 to 18 knots 50%
May / Jun
15 to 20 knots 80%
Jul / Aug
15 to 30 knots 98%
Sep / Oct
15 to 30 knots 98%
Nov / Dec
15 to 25 knots 80%
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QUIVER
needed on seasons

7 to 11 meters

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WETSUIT & weather

needed for each season

Wetsuit: None

Average Air Temperature: 90º F / 32º C

Average Water Temperature: 75º F / 23º C

 

 

 

 

Men 75 kg /165 lb. Women 60 kg /130 lb

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Swell Size Statistics

Between 3 Ft and 10 Ft Maximum

Jan / Feb
3 Ft / 10 Ft 65%
Mar / Apr
3 Ft / 10 Ft 80%
May / Jun
3 Ft / 10 Ft 70%
Jul / Aug
3 Ft / 10 Ft 85%
Sep
3 Ft / 10 Ft 70%
Oct / Nov / Dec
3 Ft / 10 Ft 90%