Praia Azul Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

NW to SW

Wind

SE, E

Surf Height

Waist to head high.

Tide

Beach all tides, reef mid tide.

Praia Azul Surf Guide

One of the most consistent beaches in the area, this long stretch of sand is home to a number of sandbars and a couple of sand covered reefs. At the northen end of the bay is a righthand reef. Best in small to medium swells.

Local Vibe

WelcomingIntimidating

Mostly chilled with some humility and respect.

Crowd Factor

MellowHeavy

Popular but a long beach with plenty of peaks.

Spot Rating

PoorPerfect

A consistent and flexible beachbreak with some fun, walling lefts and rights - plus a right hand reef at the northern end.

Shoulder Burn

LightExhausting

Fine when small, can be hard paddle out when bigger.

Water Quality

CleanDirty

OK but can suffer from agricultural run-off from the river.

Hazards

Heavy and rippy when big.

Access

Beach front parking and a cliff top car park.

Bottom

Sand with reef.

Best Season

Best June to November.

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