Lobitos Surf Spot, Peru

Peru

Point breakLeft-handIntermediateApril to October (south swells)

Guide updated September 8, 2026

Quick answer

Where is Lobitos?

Lobitos is a left-hand point break in Peru. Best season: April to October (south swells). Level: Intermediate. GPS: -4.4510, -81.2830.

Lobitos key facts
Location	Peru
Coordinates	-4.4510, -81.2830
Wave type	Point break
Direction	Left-hand
Wave quality	High quality
Best season	April to October (south swells)
Tide	All tides; best on a pushing tide
Consistency	Consistent through the season
Skill level	Intermediate
Crowds	Moderate; can get busy in peak season

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About This Break

A perfect, mechanical left point in the northern desert, all speed and long green walls. Lobitos is an intermediate-level left-hand point break in Peru, delivering high quality waves for improving surfers ready to progress. It is most consistent from April to October (south swells). All tides; best on a pushing tide. Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully.

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Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully.

Lobitos: Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lobitos?

Lobitos is a left-hand point break in Peru. Its GPS coordinates are -4.4510, -81.2830.

When is the best time to surf Lobitos?

The best season to surf Lobitos is April to October (south swells). Tide: all tides; best on a pushing tide. Consistency: consistent through the season.

Is Lobitos good for beginners?

Not really. Lobitos is rated Intermediate, so it suits surfers who can already paddle out, read the lineup and take off on their own; beginners should start somewhere gentler. Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully.