Huarmey
Peru · AncashPE
Town in the Ancash Region, Peru
Huarmey is a coastal town in the Ancash Region, Peru. It is one of the five districts and also the capital of the Province of Huarmey. It is located crossing the Pan-American highway from south to north after leaving the department of Lima in Paramonga and at 82 km from the Fortaleza River. It was created by law 24034 on December 20, 1984.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 20,905
- Coordinates
- -10.068, -78.152
- Timezone
- America/Lima
- Elevation
- 30 m
Overview of Huarmey
Huarmey belongs to Ancash, Peru and has the feel of a small town. About 20,905 people are based here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. The local offer centres on water sports. Its southern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Huarmey
Water Sports in Huarmey
(2)Our data lists Diving and Scuba Diving as water sports options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Huarmey.
Best time to visit Huarmey
December to March brings the conditions water activities need.
Getting there & around
Huarmey is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Ancash and continue by car or bike. Time zone: America/Lima.
Similar destinations
Places near Huarmey that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Huarmey known for?
- Huarmey, in Ancash, Peru, is best known for water sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 20,905 residents.
- What can you do in Huarmey?
- Recorded activities in Huarmey include Diving and Scuba Diving. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Huarmey?
- December to March brings the conditions water activities need.
- Where is Huarmey located?
- Huarmey is located in Ancash, Peru. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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