Boca da Barra (Itacaré)

Boca da Barra (Itacaré) is a powerful rivermouth right-hander at the Rio de Contas mouth, famous for producing exceptionally long rides when a meaningful swell arrives. It’s a sandy-bottom break that generally needs the right size to really come alive, and the peak is far out offshore—so planning your access (long paddle or boat) and your lines matters. The wave is typically described as peeling and powerful, with very strong character on larger swells (including a tendency to become more hollow and consistent as size increases). Reports note normal ride lengths on the order of a few hundred meters, but big winter days can deliver much longer options, reaching well into the 1,000–2,000m range in the most favorable conditions. Wind is commonly most favorable from the West to SouthWest, with light offshore/cleaner conditions helping the face. The seasonal window for the strongest swell/run is generally the cooler months (with May through September and also April emphasized as a start point), and one guide stresses that it is typically one of the more consistent large-swell periods in the region. Crowd levels are often low because the break demands experience and a longer offshore commitment. Safety-wise, this is not a beginner spot: extremely strong river currents, cross-currents, and dangerous rip currents are repeatedly highlighted, alongside difficult orientation far from shore. Add to that risks like debris at the river mouth, shifting sandbanks, and boat traffic in the Rio de Contas channel—so only experienced surfers should attempt it, with attention to priority rules and the channel.