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.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Good for all abilities.
Local Vibe
Doable
Mostly chilled with some humility and respect.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Popular but a long beach with plenty of peaks.
Spot Rating
Fun
A consistent and flexible beachbreak with some fun, walling lefts and rights - plus a right hand reef at the northern end.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Fine when small, can be hard paddle out when bigger.
Water Quality
Fair
OK but can suffer from agricultural run-off from the river.
Hazards
Heavy and rippy when big.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard
Access
Beach front parking and a cliff top car park.
Bottom
Sand with reef.
Best Season
Best June to November.
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