We all know Chicama today and the world’s longest wave. A break rivalled only by Skeleton Bay in Namibia for length. But back in the ’60s, things were much different and much of Peru’s 2000-mile coastline was an untapped treasure trove of surfing riches. This is the story of how Chicama was discovered and what the place is like today. Enjoy :)) =========================== Sources & Further Reading: - Carlos Barreda Blog: https://carlossbarreda.blogspot.com/2020/01/la-verdaderahistoria-del-descubrimiento.html =========================== More Chicama Content: - Chicama (What's it Actually Like): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNVmT2CaupQ&t=7s - Chicama Surf Travel Guide: https://realsurftravel.com/surfing-chicama/ =========================== - Available 20th July - Planning a surf trip? I’d love to help. I’m now offering one-to-one surf trip consulting. Whether you’re unsure where to go based on your ability, or you want to score waves with your family in tow, let’s make it happen! Get realistic destination insights, transport routes, accommodation options, and tips based on personal trip preferences. Book a call today: https://realsurftravel.com/surf-travel-consultancy/ ========================== Check out my Book: - The Latin American Surf Tales: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW1KQJ1X ========================== Useful Surf & Travel Links - SRFCE Wetsuits (10% off with ‘dan10’): https://srface.myshopify.com/danharmon - Ocean Magic Surfboards (UK): https://www.oceanmagic.co.uk/ - Book Surf Camps (Surf camp packages): https://www.booksurfcamps.com/?aid=8277 - Outsite (Epic co-work stays): https://www.outsite.co/?rfsn=7724517.976bdca - Booking.com (All accommodation types): https://booking.tp.st/DSzN5oPc - Hostelworld (Cheapest hostels): https://hostelworld.tp.st/zgy5eAlJ - DiscoverCars (Cheapest rental cars): https://discovercars.tp.st/EkQACpc2 - MAYA e-Sims (Mobile data anywhere you go): https://maya.net/?pid=gNF6O2JwW7mU - Wise Card (Spend\transfer money overseas): https://wise.prf.hn/l/yOwRq9O - NordVPN (Secure internet anywhere you go): https://nordvpn.com/special/?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_term=&utm_content&utm_campaign=off15&utm_source=aff125695 =========================== - Brand Enquiries:[email protected] =========================== - Please note: Some of these links are affiliate links. This means (at no extra cost to you) that I receive a small commission, which helps me make more videos like this.