Carrapateira Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SW to NW
Wind
E
Surf Height
Waist high to overhead.
Tide
Low to mid high tide.
Carrapateira Surf Guide
Just to the south of the village of Carrapateira is Praia do Amado, a surprisingly busy beachbreak that is more sheltered than Bordeira to the north. Wave quality here varies with the shifting banks, but the headland can offer some protection from winds out of the north. Overly popular for the quality of waves.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Good for all abilities.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Energetic, bustling but OK vibes.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Can be surprisingly busy, attracts a lot of travelling surfers.
Spot Rating
Fun
Popular beachbreak with fun, peaky waves that is more sheltered than beaches to the north. Less affected by northerly winds.
Shoulder Burn
Light
Fine on smaller days, may lack channel when bigger.
Water Quality
Clean
OK
Hazards
Crowds, rips when bigger.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard
Access
Large car park at northern end of bay.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
Can have good waves Autumn to Spring, but best December to February.
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