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Spot de El Faro | Pacasmayo

El Faro | Pacasmayo

El Faro | Pacasmayo

Kitesurfing spot | Peru

-7.41 | -79.59

06:31 | 18:14

Overview

It's not Peru, says the adage, but Pacasmayo is still the end of the world. Flight to Lima from your country, then a domestic flight to Chiclayo. Then 2 hours by road to reach the coastal town of Pacasmayo. A long journey with only one objective: to ride at the lighthouse spot on one of the longest waves in the world.

The best period for the wind/wave combo is from April to October (Fall - Winter). During this period, the waves come from the South, South-West and the wind is side off-shore coming from the South, South-East. In terms of waves, you can expect from 1.5m up to 6m on big days. What also and especially makes the spot's reputation is the length of the waves that will definitely make your thighs burn with rides of more than a kilometer, and yes, it's a left-hander.

Of course, it's an ideal spot for all forms of wave riding: Kite, Wing, Windsurf, and mornings for surfing and foiling.

The required level to ride the spot really varies depending on the height of the waves. In case of small waves, there's no shore break to pass, but when it gets bigger, it becomes much more challenging.

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The launch is done in front of the "El Faro" hotel downwind from the spot (400m to the north). There are beach boys on site who take care of you (pumping your kite, help with launching, etc.). Safety support (boat, jetski) is also in place via the beach boys. If you're not staying on site, inquire before getting in the water. The cost of their service is 15 USD per day. But since the wind is side-off to offshore, it's quickly worth it in case of problems.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

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Wind specificities

Offshore wind, irregular in the launch area (don't linger there!). Generally, we're in the 15 to 25 knots range.
The wind picks up around noon and holds until 5pm, sometimes until nightfall. It's sensitive to clouds; if it's overcast, it will be less strong and more irregular; if it's clear, it will be cleaner.
For a 75kg rider, plan for an 8m² and 11m² kite.

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