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If you've got a Peru beach holiday in mind, then you've got plenty of unique beach destinations to choose from. Stretching from Ecuador to Peru, there's a lot of coastline to cover. Start with the beautiful city beaches in Lima to get settled in as soon as you arrive.

Peru is a surfer's paradise, with the wild Pacific Ocean gracing its shores, and many of the beach towns reflect this. Mancora is the unofficial surf capital, with bohemian vibes to match, but you can catch a wave almost anywhere on Peru's coast. Despite being famous for its surf, Peru's waves still remain blissfully uncrowded so it is a great place to learn.

There's also plenty to do in Peru's beach destinations other than surf, like archeology and architecture tours in coastal cities like Trujillo. And then there are also more laid-back beach towns like Punta Sal where the order of the day is simply relaxing on the golden sand.

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Tumbes

Located close to the border of Ecuador, the coastal city of Tumbes is a unique stop on a beach-hopping tour of Peru. Here, the desert-like landscape that characterizes Peru's coast is replaced by maze-like mangrove forests and tropical rainforest reserves. In Tumbes, you can lounge on a white sand beach one day and then row a canoe through the mangroves in search of crocodiles the next. This border town may not be the prettiest, but the surrounding nature certainly is.

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Mancora

Most people head to the beach town of Máncora for the surf, but there is far more on this stretch of sand than just epic waves. For one, the main beach is several kilometers long, leaving room for everyone and every kind of beach activity. Kitesurfing, snorkeling, diving, and fishing can all be arranged from Máncora's many travel shops. Plus, beachside restaurants and hotels mean you need never stray too far from the sand. The city comes alive just before sunset when locals and travelers alike flock to the beach to watch the evening show. Watching the sunset into the South Pacific with a drink in hand is the best way to end a day in Máncora. Then its time to head to Máncora's many bars and clubs for the notorious nightlife. To the south of Máncora Beach, you can also visit Las Pocitas, Vichayito, and Los Organos on a beach-hopping day tour.

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Punta Sal

For laid-back luxury on your Peru beach vacation, look no further than Punta Sal. A long stretch of sand with nothing more than a handful of resorts, this is the perfect place to get away from it all. Unlike the big surfing beaches in nearby Máncora, the Punta Sal bay has calmer waters perfect for a tranquil dip. Palm trees sway in the breeze and a few beachfront restaurants offer up super fresh seafood. When you do need a little stimulation, why not try your hand at game-fishing yourself for the tuna or marlin that live off the coast?

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