Carambore (Peruíbe)
- Shortboard, Advanced riders
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Ocean, Mixed
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Carambore is a remote, exposed river-mouth surf spot in the Peruíbe area, reached by boat or by a strenuous hike through the reserve. The beach is described as protected by the ecological station setting, with a natural, raw feel and very low crowd levels because of the access difficulty. Surf is reported as consistent, with the break offering both lefts and rights. The spot tends to receive distant groundswells, and the optimum swell direction is from the southeast. Good surf is also described as available across tide stages, while the most specific tide preference provided is mid tide. Conditions are framed as intermediate-friendly: one set of guidance rates the wave quality as good and the overall surfing suitable for intermediate surfers, while describing peel/shape as peeling with medium ride lengths. Handling larger swell is possible, but the river-mouth currents become significantly more dangerous as swell increases. Winter is the optimum season, with the best month reported as June and additional peak months given as July and August. Water temperature is reported around 19–21°C in winter, with a recommendation for a 3/2mm wetsuit for the June–September period; summer warms to the mid-20s °C range.
- Consistent river-break surf with lefts and rights
- Southeast groundswells in winter are favored
- Very low crowd due to remote access
- Protected reserve environment with strict on-site rules
- Consistent exposed river-mouth break with both lefts and rights
- Best season in winter with southeast groundswells
- Very quiet/low crowd due to access difficulty
- Nature-focused setting within a protected ecological station
- Remote access with limited infrastructure
- No cell phone reception reported
- Strong and potentially dangerous currents near the river mouth
- No rescue or lifeguard coverage reported
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Best Months
- June, July, August
- Shadow Zones
- The high hills of the Jureia-Itatins Reserve provide shelter from certain wind directions.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Ocean, Mixed
- Beach
- Sand — Sand with shifting sandbanks created by the Rio Carambore.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Medium
- Launch
- Small — Sandy beach with some rocky outcrops at the ends; shifting sandbanks near the river mouth.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate
Through the year
Always very low due to extreme difficulty of access.
Higher rainfall during the summer months from December to March.
By sport
What to expect for each.
An exposed river-mouth break providing consistent waves; both lefts and rights are reported. It receives distant groundswells, with the optimum swell direction from the southeast.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- S, SSE
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Good surf reported at all stages of the tide.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed river break.
- Wind Effect
- Light offshore winds from the West or Northwest provide the cleanest conditions.
- Bigger Swell
- Can handle larger swells, but the river mouth currents become significantly more dangerous.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Surf conditions are described as consistent.
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Peeling
- Peel Speed
- Medium peel speed.
- Ride Length
- Medium
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Carambore (Peruíbe) in the full forecast view.
Carambore (Peruíbe) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–13 ktsGusts 24 kts
- Direction
- SE128°
- Strongest day
- Mon, Oct 2613 kts
- Windy days
- 1/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.7–1.7 m7s period
- Temperature
- 18–26 °C
Over the next 7 days, Carambore (Peruíbe) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–13 kts, peaking around 13 kts on Monday, October 26 with gusts to 24 kts. The prevailing direction is SE. Waves run 0.7–1.7 m with a period of about 7s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
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
- strong currents
- remoteness
- rocks
- rip currents
- possible submerged logs or debris near the river mouth
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No
- Emergency Info
- The nearest medical facilities are in Peruíbe. Cell phone reception is extremely limited or non-existent.
Rules of the spot
The beach is within the Jureia-Itatins Ecological Station. Visitors must follow environmental regulations, which include no littering, no camping, and no motor vehicles on the sand.
- limited-access
- no-motor-vehicles
- Access is remote, usually requiring a boat from Barra do Una or a long hike through the reserve.
- Bring all necessary supplies, including water and food, as there is absolutely no infrastructure.
- Cell phone reception is extremely limited or non-existent.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Santos
- Nearest Town
- Peruíbe
- Parking
- No parking at the beach itself. Parking must be found in Barra do Una or Peruíbe before taking a boat or hiking.
- Access
- Access is difficult. Most surfers arrive by boat from the nearby village of Barra do Una. Alternatively, it can be reached via a strenuous trail from Praia do Guarau. No parking at the beach itself; parking must be found in Barra do Una or Peruíbe before taking a boat or hiking.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Portuguese
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Camping and small pousadas are available in the nearby village of Barra do Una.
- Food & Drink
- No options on the beach. Limited groceries and small eateries are available in the nearby area.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
A hub for eco-tourism within the Juréia-Itatins protected area, centered on Atlantic Forest nature and a quiet, preservation-focused atmosphere.
One of the last remaining large remnants of Atlantic Forest in Brazil, offering pristine nature and biodiversity.
A popular local waterfall with natural slides and swimming holes within the environmental protection area.
Rustic seafood spots along the riverbank.
A local aquarium showcasing regional marine life and environmental education exhibits.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Carambore (Peruíbe)?
The best overall months at Carambore (Peruíbe) are June, July, August.
What skill level is Carambore (Peruíbe) suitable for?
Carambore (Peruíbe) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Intermediate.