Lobitos

Lobitos, an abandoned ghost town in Peru's far north, is hidden in the middle of the Peruvian desert. The sheer quantity of world-class waves in Peru is absolutely mind-blowing and Lobitos is no exception to the rule. Lobitos was once an oil boom town and is now a rejuvenating surf town and fishing village.

Here in Lobitos, a small tight-knit community of local surfers and fishermen are slowly rebuilding the town out of the literal ruins of a once booming oil town and a Peruvian military base. The landscape of Lobitos is truly astounding as a new town emerges inside the ruins of these old abandoned Victorian and military buildings. The town is also surrounded by a scattered assortment of oil pumps and a multitude of oil rigs sitting off the rugged coastline, a clear testament to its rich oil history.

Wandering through the dusty dirt streets of Lobitos is an unforgettable experience. As you meander past the abandoned plazas, derelict and decaying buildings, and admire the few old Victorian houses that have been thankfully saved and restored, you will be filled with intrigue. The setting feels more like it belongs in the Wild West or on the set of an apocalyptic film. To truly understand the current state of Lobitos, one should learn about its fascinating history and delve into the past.

Tripadvisor Rating: 4.5/5
Location: Talara, Piura, Peru