About Penascal
Penascal is a notable and powerful right-hand reef break located in Peru's Lima region, highly favored by intermediate surfers due to its challenging conditions. Situated near the popular San Bartolo seaside resort, the area offers a lively atmosphere and attracts many visitors, especially during the summer months. Despite its rocky bottom and strong currents, Penascal provides a classic Peruvian surf experience within accessible reach of Lima.
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Transportation from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Penascal
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Quick Facts
- Location
- 12.3858°S, 76.7880°W
- Spot Type
- Reef
- Best Season
- Summer
- Wave Quality
- Good
- Wind Conditions
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
- Moderate
- Accessibility
- Moderate
- Hazards
- Reef, Strong currents
- Sports Available
- Surf
- Best Tide
- Mid
- Swell Direction
- Sw
- Best for
- Surf
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