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Grab a 90‑minute surf lesson on Makaha Beach in Miraflores and learn paddling, standing and wave safety with all gear provided. Ideal for beginners and intermediates, classes include a 30‑minute beach intro and guided time in the water.
Grab a 90‑minute surf lesson on Makaha Beach in Miraflores and learn paddling, standing and wave safety with all gear provided. Ideal for beginners and intermediates, classes include a 30‑minute beach intro and guided time in the water.
The Pacific rolls into Miraflores in slow, patient sets, and Makaha Beach greets you with a broad stretch of sand tucked beneath the district’s sheer coastal bluffs. Early morning light paints the water gunmetal; breakers ease toward shore like an invitation, daring you to stand up and ride.
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Operated by Kailohi Surf School · Miraflores, Lima
The Pacific rolls into Miraflores in slow, patient sets, and Makaha Beach greets you with a broad stretch of sand tucked beneath the district’s sheer coastal bluffs. Early morning light paints the water gunmetal; breakers ease toward shore like an invitation, daring you to stand up and ride.
Makaha sits within Lima’s modern seaside district, a place where pre‑Columbian sites and 20th‑century coastal development meet the surf. The cliffs here are part of the Peruvian coastal escarpment—wind‑scoured limestone and sediment laid down where the Andes slope into the ocean—producing consistent beach breaks that sand‑bottom riders prefer. Surfing has a local history in Lima dating to the mid‑1900s; today Miraflores is both tourist hub and neighborhood of practice waves, with Larcomar and Parque del Amor a short walk away.
Lessons begin with a 30‑minute beach briefing covering board stance, paddling, timing and safety around rip currents, then move into guided wave time. Instructors provide wetsuit, board, leash and on‑beach coaching; classes suit ages 5 and up and welcome true beginners through intermediate surfers. Expect waist‑to‑chest high waves on gentler days and stronger sets when the southern swell arrives—your instructor will assess conditions and adapt teaching accordingly.
Practical tips: arrive 20–30 minutes early to check gear, hydrate and warm up; wear swimsuit and quick‑dry layers; apply reef‑safe sunscreen. If you want less crowd and cleaner conditions, shoot for weekdays or morning sessions. With basic endurance, a sense of balance and an eye on local advice, you’ll leave with the core skills to keep practicing Lima’s coastal breaks.
moderate.
90 minutes.
Suitable for people with basic cardiovascular fitness and good mobility; expect short paddling bursts and repeated pop‑ups.
No—classes are designed for beginners and intermediates; the lesson includes a 30‑minute beach introduction covering the basics.
Yes—board, leash, wetsuit and rashguard are included in the lesson price.
Private bookings accept children aged 5 and up; instructors will assess readiness and safety on site.
Instructors assess conditions and will modify the session or advise rescheduling for safety; always follow their guidance.
Miraflores grew from pre‑Hispanic settlements and 20th‑century seaside development into a hub where coastal leisure and local surf culture coexist.
Local groups periodically run beach cleanups; choose reef‑safe sunscreen and pack out trash to reduce marine pollution.
Kailohi Surf School operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The Pacific rolls into Miraflores in slow, patient sets, and Makaha Beach greets you with a broad stretch of sand tucked beneath the district’s sheer coastal bluffs. Early morning light paints the water gunmetal; breakers ease toward shore like an invitation, daring you to stand up and ride.
The Pacific rolls into Miraflores in slow, patient sets, and Makaha Beach greets you with a broad stretch of sand tucked beneath the district’s sheer coastal bluffs. Early morning light paints the water gunmetal; breakers ease toward shore like an invitation, daring you to stand up and ride.
Makaha sits within Lima’s modern seaside district, a place where pre‑Columbian sites and 20th‑century coastal development meet the surf. The cliffs here are part of the Peruvian coastal escarpment—wind‑scoured limestone and sediment laid down where the Andes slope into the ocean—producing consistent beach breaks that sand‑bottom riders prefer. Surfing has a local history in Lima dating to the mid‑1900s; today Miraflores is both tourist hub and neighborhood of practice waves, with Larcomar and Parque del Amor a short walk away.
Lessons begin with a 30‑minute beach briefing covering board stance, paddling, timing and safety around rip currents, then move into guided wave time. Instructors provide wetsuit, board, leash and on‑beach coaching; classes suit ages 5 and up and welcome true beginners through intermediate surfers. Expect waist‑to‑chest high waves on gentler days and stronger sets when the southern swell arrives—your instructor will assess conditions and adapt teaching accordingly.
Practical tips: arrive 20–30 minutes early to check gear, hydrate and warm up; wear swimsuit and quick‑dry layers; apply reef‑safe sunscreen. If you want less crowd and cleaner conditions, shoot for weekdays or morning sessions. With basic endurance, a sense of balance and an eye on local advice, you’ll leave with the core skills to keep practicing Lima’s coastal breaks.