Surfing at Mejía Beach

Mejía Beach is a resort located in the district of the same name, in the province of Islay in Arequipa. This beach is an interesting spot to visit for surf enthusiasts.

At Mejía Beach, waves that form tubular bells are recognized. The most abundant waves at Mejía Beach are right-handers that can reach up to 2 meters in their best season. The best time to visit Mejía Beach is between the months of December and February.

Due to the low difficulty of its waves, Mejía's sea is suitable for surfers of all levels. The closest resources to Mejía Beach are found in the city of Mollendo. During high season, it is common to see approximately 25 surfers per day in Mejía's sea.