La Libertad is located in northern Peru and occupies a long stretch of the Pacific Ocean coast as well as a large part of the Andes Mountain Range. This allows it to have a wide variety of places to practice various adventure sports. Trujillo is its capital, which is also known as the "city of eternal spring." While this department is known for its culture and beauty, this time we will explore the adventurous side of La Libertad, as a new Adventure destination.
Photo: agendaperuWhat adventure sports can I practice in La Libertad?
Mountain Biking (MTB)
Otuzco is a town known for its activities and religious festivities related to the Virgin of the Gate; Otuzco is located 75 kilometers from the city of Trujillo and has a privileged geography for outdoor adventure sports, an ideal adventure destination. Cycling, Trekking, and Downhill are the most practiced sports there. Being at 2641 meters above sea level, it has a geography suitable for MTB, especially Downhill, as you can cross trails, fields, wide terrains, and enjoy beautiful landscapes at the same time.
Photo: elcomercioDownhill
Just as cyclists enjoy the speed and adrenaline of descending at high speeds, longboard riders also do so in Otuzco. The road is currently in good condition, allowing many enthusiasts of this sport to visit this place in search of some action and adrenaline. The risk is high due to the speeds reached (over 60 km/h), so they must always wear protective gear and be very, I repeat, very careful with vehicular traffic.
Photo: DhmediaTrekking
With this type of geography, Otuzco also invites us to practice Trekking or hiking and Trail Running. Whether in the same town or in nearby places like Huamachuco, Virú, or Cuyuchugo. All these sites have a very diverse fauna and flora, and you can even come across waterfalls, forests, and go on routes at sea level along the Pacific coast.
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Sandboarding
Another sport that can be practiced in La Libertad is Sandboarding. There are three ideal places to practice it: Salaverry beach, Pur Pur dune, or the hills of Conache lagoon. Salaverry beach is only 15 km from the city of Trujillo and entry is free. In Salaverry, there is the Carretas Dune where not only can you practice but also various sandboarding competitions have been held, another adventure destination.
Photo: EdwintoursConache lagoon is located in the district of Laredo, 40 minutes from the city of Trujillo, and is a perfect place for Sandboarding; due to the large dunes that surround it. If you visit and feel like getting on the board and sliding downhill, there are several local businesses that can rent you the necessary equipment to do so, so don't worry. Entry to the lagoon costs S/. 2.00 and the hours are from 8 am to 5 pm.
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Kayaking
This lagoon, with an area of 9 hectares, is located near the Pampas de San Juan. There, in addition to Sandboarding, recreational Kayaking can be done. Since this lagoon has no currents or rapids, the experience is more recreational than anything else, but this does not diminish the excitement of practicing this sport in it.
Photo: TurismoxtremoSurfing
Since we are talking about water sports, we cannot mention La Libertad without talking about its emblematic wave, the longest left in the world is here in Chicama, in La Libertad. Words are unnecessary when referring to this wave: perfect, endless, dreamy, brutal, epic, and countless adjectives. Here, surfing is lived 24/7, day and night you feel the surfer vibe of this spot in northern Peru. Also, there is the popular Huanchaco beach (an adventure destination), a landmark of Peruvian surfing, not only current but since Inca times, here you can surf on a board or, if you dare, on a totora reed horse.
Photo: waterwaystravelNow that you know this adventure destination, all that's left is to pack your things and go in search of your next adventure
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