About This Spot
Zarate, Peru is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Peru.
Situated in South America, the spot offers Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With S winds, peaking from January to December, Zarate, Peru delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
12-25 knots, South sideshore wind, September to May. The rest of the year brings similar conditions at least half the time. South wind is the best. There may be North wind up to 2:45pm every day, but it switches to South wind. There are occasional `Paracas`, 30+ knot sandstorms, about every other month. It is not recommended to kitesurf in a `Paraca`. This spot is isolated.
When to Go
It is sunny about 95% of the days in a year. On summer you may need a spring-suit, only for late kiting. From May to October bring a full-suit. Air temp never gets below 15°C (May to October) and can reach 31°C in the summer (January to March).
What to Expect
Zarate is a wave spot, usually not choppy in the wave spot. The waves are long, with a nice tube, formed by the sideshore wind. These waves are not the nasty-type. They can break from 1 to 7 feet high, with a nice clear area downwind from the point. So even if you lose your kite, it should be safe.
Wind & Conditions
S
Best wind direction
12-25 knots, South sideshore wind, September to May. The rest of the year brings similar conditions at least half the time. South wind is the best. There may be North wind up to 2:45pm every day, but it switches to South wind. There are occasional `Paracas`, 30+ knot sandstorms, about every other month. It is not recommended to kitesurf in a `Paraca`. This spot is isolated.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Zarate is a wave spot, usually not choppy in the wave spot. The waves are long, with a nice tube, formed by the sideshore wind. These waves are not the nasty-type. They can break from 1 to 7 feet high, with a nice clear area downwind from the point. So even if you lose your kite, it should be safe.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚗No walk to the beach
Go into the Paracas Natural Reserve. Take the South road as soon as you cross the toll gate. Drive on the road about 10 minutes, and turn right, off-road, towards the ocean. You should see Zarate on the left. There are no marked signs to reach Zarate. Park on the beach.
Location
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