Things to do

Beach at Huanchaco, Peru, on the Pacific Ocean. 2006.10.14

Jeffrey Maxwell

Surfing

Huanchaco is an exclusive place to practice surfing. If a tourist could not bring his board and equipment, he can rent it and enjoy a most pleasing experience.
 
To Enjoy

To walk by the levee of Huanchaco or the seashore, is a unique experience. The small and cozy bay, with its old wharf, the colonial church that stands out up in the hill, the little reed horses which shake near the seashore in their daily task of fishing and the warm climate make Huanchaco a magical scenery that is made for the amusement and rest.
    
Gastronomy

The dishes that are prepared in the north of Peru are varied, especially in Huanchaco, where they have very good taste and inexpensive prices. Here, the tourist will enjoy the local seasoning in small and almost familiar restaurants located in the ancient zone, or in other bigger ones located in front of the sea.
 
But in the all of them, the good taste will make the tourist remember Huanchaco forevermore.
 
Archaeology

In the jurisdiction of Huanchaco, Chan Chan resides, the biggest mud citadel of the world. This historic patrimony, that was the capital of the Chimu kingdom, is one of the most spectacular tourist attractions of Peru and it is a must when it comes to destinations for all visitors.
        
Taking a ride in the Caballito de Tortora

The Caballito de totora is a singular ship used by ancient Peruvians to move across the sea and especially for fishing.
     
The fishermen of Huanchaco take tourists to short rides in these boats and allow them to experience the sensation of riding a little reed horse, like they used to do 20 centuries ago.
     
Photography

Photography amateurs will find in Huanchaco a privileged landscape for spectacular shots. They have the sea, the old wharf, the fishing carried out in the famous little reed horses, the old urban zone full of enchantment and history.