Plages au Pérou

Peruvian Coastal and River Beaches

Peru's coastline spans over 2,400 kilometers, defined by the arid Chala region where the desert meets the Pacific Ocean. This list highlights diverse aquatic environments, ranging from the wildlife-rich shores of the San Fernando National Reserve near Marcona—home to sea lions and Humboldt penguins—to the seasonal river beaches and islands of the Amazon basin. These inland sites, such as Isla Ronda and Isla Esperanza, emerge during the low-water season, revealing sandy banks within the tropical rainforest landscape.