About this sound
This is an authentic field recording of ocean waves arriving at a rocky beach in Lima, Peru, captured on January 13, 2011 in the late afternoon. The audio features the natural sound of Pacific waves breaking against a boulder-strewn shoreline, with a duration of approximately 30 seconds. The recording was digitized from video source material and processed at 44.1 kHz sample rate with 16-bit depth, delivering clear, unprocessed coastal ambience with realistic wave dynamics and the characteristic acoustic signature of waves meeting stone rather than sand.
This sound works well for video projects requiring authentic coastal atmosphere, including travel documentaries, nature films, and location-specific storytelling. Creators often use this type of recording for podcast intros or background ambience in audio narratives set near the ocean. It suits meditation apps, relaxation playlists, and ambient music production where genuine field recordings add credibility and immersion. Educational content about South American geography or marine environments can benefit from location-authentic audio like this.
The recording fits naturally within ocean and beach sound categories because it captures a specific geographic and geological variant—waves on rocky terrain rather than sandy beaches. This distinction matters for creators seeking authentic Peruvian coastal character or rocky shoreline acoustics specifically. The afternoon timing and natural wave patterns make it distinct from artificially generated or heavily processed ocean sounds.
Listeners searching for this sound might also look for related queries like rocky beach waves, Pacific Ocean ambience, coastal storm sounds, or other regional ocean recordings from South America. Companion sounds worth exploring include seagull calls, distant thunder over water, or gentler tide sounds for comparison.