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# Huanchaco Beach Tours and Activities

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## Visit Huanchaco Beach

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#### Ride the waves on a surfboard, stretch out on the sand and visit an ancient city at this laid-back town on Peru's northwestern coast.

Huanchaco is an easygoing Pacific Ocean beach town, popular with surfers and close to many historical sites. Learn to surf, tour an ancient city and enjoy seafood specialties in the many fish restaurants.

Founded by the Spanish in the 16th century, Huanchaco was Trujillo’s main port for around 400 years. Today, it effortlessly blends its ancient fishing traditions with the vibrancy of a surfing and backpacker destination. 

The main attraction here is the long stretch of pebble and sand beach framed by a palm-shaded esplanade. It is an ideal place to enjoy relaxed walks and to sit and gaze out across the Pacific Ocean. Go to the Muelle de Huanchaco, the town’s century-old pier and a great location to enjoy the sunsets. Watch as local fisherman enter the ocean on their caballitos de totora. These are boats made from reed, a design which originated more than 3,000 years ago. 

Huanchaco’s strong waves make it one of Peru’s most loved surfing destinations. If you want to learn to surf, book some lessons with qualified instructors at one of the town’s surf schools. A great time to watch experienced surfers on the water is in February when the beach hosts the Huanchaco Longboard Pro surf competition. 

Away from the beach, the town boasts a wealth of bars, cafés and restaurants. Sample a ceviche, a traditional Peruvian plate of fresh fish marinated in citrus juices, chili and spices. Walk to the Santuario de la Virgen del Socorro, a 16th-century colonial church that sits on a hill above the town. Enjoy impressive views of the area before touring the interior. 

Huanchaco is also a good base from which to visit Chan Chan, a fascinating pre-Colombian city that’s only a few miles away. The archeological site was once the capital of the ancient Chimu Kingdom. 

Huanchaco Beach is about a 25-minute drive from Trujillo and is well served by buses. The FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport, which receives daily flights from Lima is only a 10-minute drive away. 

A popular year-round destination, Huanchaco truly springs to life between December and March, the summer season. Expect cloudier days and colder water temperatures from June to September.

## Plan a trip to see Huanchaco Beach

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### Hotel Manhattan Inn Airport

CA $995

per person

Apr 24 - May 1

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Montreal (YUL) to Lima (LIM)

7/10 Good! (601 reviews)

Everything was perfect

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

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Miraflores

CA $1,274

per person

May 5 - May 12

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Toronto (YTO) to Lima (LIM)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)

Brilliant Location, Safe and Walkable, easy access to everything. I arrived a tad early, they helped me with an early check in, thus ensuring I rested well after a 10 hour flight.

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

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### Swissôtel Lima

San Isidro

CA $1,460

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May 5 - May 12

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Toronto (YTO) to Lima (LIM)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (718 reviews)

I stayed here on February 18th and have very mixed feelings. On the positive side, the front desk staff are world-class. They were incredibly friendly and helpful, allowing us to store our bags securely before check-in. By the time we returned for our keys, our luggage had already been delivered to our room - a seamless experience. The lobby is stunning and classic with beautiful high-gloss woodwork. However, once you leave the lobby, the hotel feels quite dated. While it’s been "spruced up," the rooms and hallways still feel stuck in the '70s or '80s. A major note of caution: My daughters and I shared the buffet breakfast on our last morning together. We ate at different locations the following day, yet all three of us came down with a significant GI bug. After looking at other recent reviews, it seems this is a recurring issue. Unless you are here for a specific business meeting in San Isidro, there isn't much to see in the immediate area. Given the price and the health experience, I believe there is better value to be found elsewhere in Lima.

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

### Popular places to visit

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#### Chan Chan Archaeological Zone

5/5(2 reviews)

Just outside Trujillo is the largest pre-Columbian city in the Americas, an astonishing walled city filled with temples, palaces, tombs and art.

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#### Trujillo Cathedral

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Magnificent altarpieces, stunning canvases and beautiful façades captivate visitors to this 17th-century cathedral on the Plaza de Armas.

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#### Trujillo Plaza de Armas

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Visit an elegant 17th-century cathedral, view colorful colonial buildings and be part of cultural events at Trujillo’s animated main square.

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#### Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala

Find out about the history of Trujillo with a stop at Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala. Discover the area's museums and monuments. 

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#### Santuario de la Virgen del Socorro

Find out about the history of Huanchaco when you spend time at Santuario de la Virgen del Socorro. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops. 

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#### Chan Chan Site Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Chan Chan Site Museum in Huanchaco. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. 

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