Camaraçu (Augusto Corrêa)
- Freeride, Shortboard
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Flat, Shallow, Chop, Small waves, Medium waves
- Spot Type
- Empty
- Crowd Level
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About
Camaraçu (Augusto Corrêa) is an ultra-remote, big-sandy beach break where surf is described as hollow, fast, powerful, and “epic,” with clean water and strong swell/surface hold through north and northwest swell periods. For surfing, sources describe the break as working from less than 1 m up to around 2.5 m+ (8 ft+), with hollow, fast peel and very long ride potential on good days. Reports also indicate it works on all tides and can produce both right and left waves. Wind riding can be strong but is highly dependent on logistics and conditions. Trade-wind patterns are described for the wider area, with a typical range of roughly 15–25 knots and higher reliability during the dry season. Kitesurfing is framed as offering flat to small-wave riding depending on swell and tide, with plenty of space across the expansive beach. Safety is a central concern: dangerous rip currents and strong currents are reported, and there are no lifeguards or organized rescue services. Visitors are advised to be self-sufficient (food, water, first aid) and to travel with local guidance/experienced boat transport, especially given the remoteness and massive tidal range.
- Epic hollow beach-break surfing
- Very consistent surf frequency reported (150 days/year)
- Works from sub-1 m to 2.5 m+ swell
- Very low crowds due to hard access
- World-class, hollow and fast surf when conditions align
- Very consistent surf frequency reported (150 days/year)
- Vast sandy area suited to kite setup and freeride/wave styles
- Warm water year-round for tropical riding
- Crowds typically very low/empty due to difficult access
- Extreme remoteness and limited/no facilities
- Boat access commonly required
- Strong tidal variations and significant tidal effects on available beach space
- Rip currents/strong currents hazard
- No rescue service reported
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- E, NE
- Wind Range
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Trade winds (Alísios) with occasional trade/frontal influence.
- Reliability
- High during the dry season (August to December).
- Gust Factor
- Steady — Steady conditions reported for the trade-wind pattern.
- Best Months
- August, September, October, November, December
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat, Shallow, Chop, Small waves, Medium waves
- Beach
- Sand — Sandy bottom and beach.
- Beach Size
- Big
- Waves
- Huge — Surf described as holding up to around 2.5 m+; other inputs describe big/huge wave conditions.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Chop is referenced in kite-focused physical summaries.
- Launch
- Big — Large beach with ample space for setup; long walk and tide levels affect available space.
Through the year
Usually empty or very low crowd year-round due to difficult access.
January to May
By sport
What to expect for each.
A remote and wild spot offering flat water to small waves depending on swell and tide; vast beach provides space for freeride and wave/foil styles.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Foil-friendly with deep-water sections reported, though boat access and lack of facilities make it logistically challenging.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes — Foil-friendly with reported minimum depth.
- Min Depth
- 2 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Epic, hollow, fast, and powerful beach break. Works best on north/northwest swells and holds size up to about 2.5 m+ (8 ft+).
- Optimal Swell
- N, NW
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — Works on all tides.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed coast.
- Wind Effect
- Reported optimal with south or southeast offshore winds for surfing; wind direction is otherwise described for the wider pattern.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds up to around 2.5 m+ (8 ft+) well.
- Wave Quality
- Excellent — Wave quality described as epic/excellent.
- Wave Power
- Powerful
- Wave Shape
- Hollow
- Peel Speed
- Fast
- Ride Length
- Long — Good day length: very long (300 to 500 m). Normal length: 50 to 150 m.
- Ride Length Details
- Normal rides are between 50 and 150 meters; on good days can extend up to 300 to 500 meters.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Camaraçu (Augusto Corrêa) in the full forecast view.
Camaraçu (Augusto Corrêa) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 8–13 ktsGusts 26 kts
- Direction
- ENE68°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2413 kts
- Windy days
- 5/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.6–1.0 m5s period
- Temperature
- 27–31 °C
Over the next 7 days, Camaraçu (Augusto Corrêa) is forecast for daytime winds of 8–13 kts, peaking around 13 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 26 kts. The prevailing direction is ENE. Waves run 0.6–1.0 m with a period of about 5s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- rip currents
- strong currents
- remote location
- lack of facilities
- sun exposure
- dangerous rip currents are a potential hazard
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguards reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Rescue availability reported as none; locally there is no organized professional water rescue.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest medical facilities are in Augusto Corrêa, reachable only by boat.
- Localism / Vibe
- None — No localism reported.
Rules of the spot
Standard right-of-way applies; no formal rules reported due to the extreme remoteness.
- No organized professional water rescue services reported; plan self-sufficiency.
- Access is by boat only / very remote.
- Always travel with a local guide or experienced boatman.
- Ensure you bring all necessary water, food, and first aid as there is nothing at the spot.
- Plan according to the massive tidal variations of the Pará coast.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Belém
- Nearest Town
- Augusto Corrêa
- Nearest Airport
- Val-de-Cans/Júlio Cezar Ribeiro International Airport (BEL)
- Parking
- None at the spot; parking must be arranged in the town of departure.
- Public Transport
- Access is primarily by road (PA-454); buses run from Belém to Bragança, but reaching the coast typically needs private transport or taxis.
- Access
- Highly remote; typically accessible only by boat from Augusto Corrêa or through a long, difficult trek through mangrove and coastal terrain. Long walk (>30 minutes) from the nearest access point is also reported; boat access may be required for some.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Portuguese
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Nearby lodging available in Augusto Corrêa or Bragança.
- Food & Drink
- None available at the spot; visitors must pack their own supplies.
- Equipment Rental:
- No equipment rental available; bring your own gear.
- Gear Storage
- No dedicated gear storage reported.
- Gear Repair
- None specialized reported.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Camaraçu (Augusto Corrêa)?
The best overall months at Camaraçu (Augusto Corrêa) are November, December, January, February, March, April. The best wind months are August, September, October, November, December.
Which wind directions work at Camaraçu (Augusto Corrêa)?
Camaraçu (Augusto Corrêa) works with E, NE winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Camaraçu (Augusto Corrêa)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Camaraçu (Augusto Corrêa): Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 15–25 kts.
What skill level is Camaraçu (Augusto Corrêa) suitable for?
Camaraçu (Augusto Corrêa) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Advanced · Surfing: Expert.