Sun, Sea & Beaches Peru
Northern beaches: 8 unmissable spas in Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque and La Libertad
If you are looking for a destination that allows you to enjoy the breeze, the sand, the sun and the sea, we invite you to discover Sol y Mar, a tour that will take you through the best beaches in northern Peru, where you can live a unique and unforgettable.
Sol y Mar is a tour that offers you the opportunity to visit five beaches and other paradises in the north of Peru, each with its own attractions and charms. You could visit:
Máncora: This beach with warm waters and a sun that shines all year round is the paradise of Piura, a destination where you can also ride an ATV or horse, buy crafts made with marine products and enjoy delicious dishes such as the popular cebichón, which is prepared with large pieces of grouper, swordfish and prawns.
Punta Sal: It is probably the most beautiful resort in Tumbes, many even compare it to the beaches of the Caribbean. When you arrive it will seem immense, since it has around 6.5 kilometers of white sand and crystal clear waters. Almost always, Punta Sal has a calm sea and little wind, ideal for you to swim with absolute tranquility and feel as if you were in a huge pool with heated water.
Zorritos: This quiet spa in Tumbes is the favorite destination to spend a few pleasant days with the family or an intimate honeymoon. Its white sand beaches and a peaceful sea free of stones mean that even the little ones can play and entertain themselves without any risk. This paradisiacal place has attractive accommodations with all the comforts for greater enjoyment.
Cabo Blanco: This beach north of Piura is known for its spectacular waves and tubes, which is why it is considered by surfers to be one of the best in Peru for practicing this sport. Board lovers from all over the world come here for various competitions or simply to spend a pleasant moment at sea. Cabo Blanco also has a great history, since the famous American writer Ernest Hemingway came here in search of the great blue marlin, a large sailfish that appeared in some scenes of the film The Old Man and the Sea, a work that won the Pulitzer Prize in 1953.
Colán: Here you will find beautiful wooden houses located a few meters from the seashore, from where you can appreciate unforgettable sunsets. If you visit this resort during the summer, you will have the opportunity to see the blue-green color of its waters, a shade that has caused many to call this beach Esmeralda de Colán. Colán also has history. You will be able to visit the San Lucas Church, the first founded by the Spanish in South America, which houses around 50 works of art from the 16th century, among which an old Baroque style altarpiece stands out.
These and other wonderful beaches in Northern Peru that we detail below Will captivate you.
Sol y Mar offers you a quality tourist product that adapts to your tastes, preferences and budget. You can choose from a wide range of accommodation, from luxury hotels to hostels.
Northern beaches: 8 unmissable spas in Tumbes, Piura, Lambayeque and La Libertad
Sun, sand and sea! Get to know some of the most beautiful beaches in northern Peru.
The northern beaches not only have a very pleasant climate, lots of sun and beautiful landscapes, they also have an unbeatable gastronomic offer and are perfect for practicing water sports such as surfing, diving or snorkeling.
These are 8 spectacular beaches in the beautiful north of Peru. We’ve included some of the most popular ones and also some hidden gems that are sure to surprise you.
TUMBES:
PUNTA SAL
This beautiful resort is recognized for its fine-grained sand and calm, warm waters. That is why it has become one of the most popular beaches in northern Peru and has quality tourist services. Here you can relax and enjoy the sun or be encouraged to participate in sports and adventure activities such as surfing, motorboating, sport fishing and diving. In addition, throughout the year, you have the possibility of observing the fascinating and harmless whale sharks. Also remember that between the months of July to October you can be part of a boat excursion to spot dolphins and humpback whales.
Punta Sal is located 80 km south of the city of Tumbes (1h 30m by bus).
BOCAPAN BEACH
The beautiful Bocapán beach, located in the Zorritos district, is perfect for rest and relaxation, thanks to its warmth, the tranquility of its waters and its great hotel offering. Upon arrival you will find excellent hotels and restaurants just a few steps from the beach, which will allow you to enjoy without worries or complications. Sunbathe on the sand, enjoy the sea or take a dip in your hotel pool: we guarantee that this summer will be unforgettable.
Bocapán is located 27 km from the city of Tumbes, just 30 minutes. It is also located just 8 km from Balneario de Zorritos (10 minutes by car).
How to get to Tumbes?
Land route:
Lima-Tumbes: 1259 km / 20 h
Piura-Tumbes: 278 km / 5 h 30 min
Flights:
Regular flights Lima – Tumbes: 1 h 50 min
PIURA:
MÁNCORA
Máncora has become synonymous with fun, sun and delicious gastronomy. It also has an enviable warm climate, with an average of 29 °C. During the summer and even until the month of May, the temperature can easily reach 35°C. The hotel and restaurant offering in the area is one of the best in Peru. In addition, it is ideal for adrenaline lovers, as its waters are perfect for surfing and other water sports such as diving.
Máncora is located 187 km northwest of the city of Piura, at the height of the
km 1165 of the North Pan-American Highway until (2h 30m).
YACILA
The beaches of Piura such as Máncora, Los Órganos, Cabo Blanco or Vichayito are already famous not only nationally, but even worldwide. However, on this occasion we invite you to discover a lesser-known, but beautiful and charming spa. We are talking about Yacila beach, located very close to the city of Paita. This cove is very particular for being small and beautiful, with calm waters and unforgettable sunsets. This makes it especially good for swimming in the sea, without having to worry about the tide or waves. It is a perfect point to relax and enjoy local cuisine.
Yacila is located just 17 km south of the city of Paita (25 minutes by car).
How to get to Piura?
Land route
From Lima: 981 km / 15 h
Piura – Máncora: 187 km northwest / 3 h
Flights:
Lima – Piura: 1 hour 30 minutes
Lima – Talara: 1 hour 45 minutes
LAMBAYEQUE:
PIMENTEL
Pimentel is at the same time a spa, a modern city and a fishing cove. In the area, artisanal fishermen keep alive a pre-Inca tradition: the use of reed horses as boats. Dare to ride the waves in one of these boats, because the experience is incomparable. If you are a fishing lover, its emblematic pier is perfect for practicing sports or if you plan to prepare a ceviche with seafood.
Pimentel is just 11 km west of the city of Chiclayo (20 minutes by car or bus).
PUERTO ETEN
In recent years, Puerto Eten has gained a lot of popularity thanks to its picturesque infrastructure and beautiful landscape. This beautiful beach is very wide, as it is 1.2 kilometers long and has four small squares, two pedestrian piers with a viewpoint, five small squares, green areas and ornamental lighting. In addition, activities such as surfing, jet skiing, ATVs and fishing are practiced.
It is located 24 km south of the city of Chiclayo. Getting there takes about 30 minutes by private transportation.
How to get to Lambayeque?
Land route:
Lima-Chiclayo: 770 km / 13 h
Flights:
Regular flights Lima – Chiclayo: 1 h 15 min
LA LIBERTAD:
HUANCHACO
Huanchaco is full of life, fun and history. Today it is a thriving district with a wide range of restaurants and hotels with delicious gastronomic offerings. However, Huanchaco was also an important port for the Moche and Chimús. The use of caballitos de totora, boats that local fishermen have used for centuries, is still very popular here. Its waves are so renowned that it is often the venue for international surfing and longboard competitions.
Huanchaco is located just 13.5 km northwest of Trujillo (20 minutes by car).
PUERTO MALABRIGO
Home to the longest left wave in the world and a constant host of surfing events. Puerto Malabrigo, also known as Puerto Chicama, is a paradise for surf lovers. The spa is so famous in the world and among those who practice this sport, that its waves are known under the name ‘chicameras’. Thanks to this, it is visited by surfers from all over the world.
To get there, you must take the detour at km 614 of the North Pan-American Highway, 70 km north of Trujillo (1 h 30m by car).
How to get to La Libertad?
Land route:
Lima-Trujillo: 560 km / 9 h
Flights:
Lima-Trujillo: 1 hour
Humpback whale watching:
Learn everything about this incredible activity in northern Peru
Powerful as they are attractive, humpback whales are considered the most acrobatic. Despite being solitary beings, they gather in groups to fish and that is where you will enjoy their turns, movements and spectacular sounds. And all that here, in the north of Peru.
Through a three and a half hour boat tour along the beaches of El Ñuro, Máncora, Cabo Blanco, Los Órganos and Punta Sal, you will be enchanted by its imposing pirouettes which are associated with mating rituals. Don’t forget that the best season to observe them is from mid-July to the end of October. There you will find more than 5 thousand specimens of humpback whales that arrive from Antarctica, where they offer us a beautiful marine spectacle on the beaches of Piura and Tumbes.
In addition to the sighting of humpback whales, you will also see whale sharks, manta rays, sea lions, dolphins and sea turtles, who will approach the boats, creating a natural spectacle out to sea. We recommend that you go in the mornings, between 7 and 11 am, to enjoy the view. We assure you that it will be worth it.
