Travesía El Reto Olaya Inverso
- Nov 8, 2025
- Last edition date
- Distance: 22km
About the race
Peru Swimmers organizes open water crossings and events that connect swimmers with the Peruvian coast, promoting safety, professionalism, and community. With over 50 events held and a network of more than 86 sports clubs, the organization seeks to strengthen sea swimming as both a sporting discipline and a lifestyle.
The community is diverse, integrating swimmers from 14 to over 70 years old, including students, professionals, and high-performance athletes. Events are conducted under strict safety protocols, featuring signaling buoys, support kayaks, jet skis, and coordination with the Policía Nacional del Perú, the Unidad de Salvataje, and the Marina de Guerra del Perú.
Sources: Distrito de La Punta · Fortaleza del Real Felipe
Course
Playa Pescadores/Chorrillos Cantolao/La Punta
Aid stations
Certified support vessels and professional safety team.
Previous editions
Since 2025
How to get there
Travesía El Reto Olaya Inverso
Where to stay
La Punta offers a selection of boutique hotels located near the port and renovated colonial-style villas repurposed as guesthouses. Visitors can also find compact apartments for rent along the seawall, which provide direct access to the starting zones. Expect to pay between 70 and 150 USD per night depending on proximity to the oceanfront.
Things to do nearby
The area is defined by its maritime heritage and culinary traditions. Visitors typically spend their weekends exploring the local cevicherías, known for sourcing fresh catch from the Callao harbor. Kayaking and SUP are common activities around the calmer inner bay, while guided tours of the historical fortress provide context to the region's military past. Walking the seawall during sunset remains the most popular way to observe the islands.
Swimmers
Other races by this organiser
- Travesía La Ruta de OlayaLa Punta, PE
- Nadada de la Amistad Asia 2026Asia, PE
- Paracas by Perú SwimmersParacas, PE
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