Direitas de Guaratuba
- Advanced riders
- Best for
- Advanced to Expert
- Skill Level
- Swell
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Direitas de Guaratuba is a high-performance right-hand point break tucked behind the Morro do Cristo/Cristo Redentor hill on Praia Central. When conditions align, it produces hollow, fast, and powerful waves over a sandy bottom interspersed with rocks, with the wave wrapping around the hill and running toward Praia Central. It works best with Southeast swells during the winter months (June to September). Typical ride lengths are long: about 150–300 m normally, and up to roughly 300–500 m on good days. The wave can hold solidly on bigger swell (around 2 m+), becoming especially powerful and hollow. Wind-wise, the spot favors West to Southwest to South directions (often offshore) that groom the faces. Reliability can be inconsistent, and the nearby hill can create wind shelter depending on direction, so conditions can vary even within the same swell day. Safety is a priority here: rocks and submerged rocks make this a serious venue, and currents can strengthen on larger swells. Sources consistently indicate experienced/advanced surfers only, with limited rescue coverage and seasonal lifeguards during summer months. Weekend crowds can be heavier than weekdays, so plan your session timing and lineup etiquette carefully.
- World-class wave quality
- Hollow, fast, powerful right point break
- Long rides up to ~500 m on good days
- Winter window for Southeast swells (June–September)
- World-class right point break
- Long rides (150–300 m; up to ~300–500 m on good days)
- Best performance in winter with strong Southeast swell potential
- Offshore winds help groom the wave faces when wind direction aligns
- Exposed, powerful hollow waves
- Rock hazards along and beneath the shoreline
- Not suitable for beginners
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- W, WSW, S
- Offshore directions
- W, WSW, S
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Providers describe prevailing West/Southwest/South winds with a frontal component; the point is also affected by local shelter from the Morro do Cristo hill.
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Gusts described as moderate.
- Best Months
- June, July, August, September
- Shadow Zones
- Morro do Cristo hill provides significant shelter from certain directions.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach with rock outcrops/rocks along the wave.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Huge — Some sources describe huge wave potential; another set characterizes it as medium depending on conditions.
- Launch
- Small — Sandy entry behind the hill (Morro do Cristo) / Morro do Cristo area.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate
Through the year
Weekdays are generally quiet; weekends can be crowded with locals from the region.
Summer months (December to March) see higher rainfall and tropical storms.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Right-hand point break that wraps around the Morro do Cristo/Cristo Redentor hill and extends toward Praia Central on good swells.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- SE
- Swell Height
- 0.5–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- Low, All tides — Sources differ: some indicate it works best at low tide, while others note it can work on all tides (rising and falling).
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed point; however, the Morro do Cristo hill provides some wind shelter from certain directions.
- Wind Effect
- West and Southwest winds are offshore here, grooming the wave faces.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds up to 2 m+; becomes very powerful and hollow on bigger swells.
- Wave Quality
- World class — Described as world-class with hollow, fast, powerful waves.
- Wave Power
- Powerful — Hollow, fast, powerful waves; world-class quality.
- Wave Shape
- Hollow
- Peel Speed
- Fast
- Ride Length
- Long — Standard rides 150–300 m; good days up to about 300–500 m.
- Typical Ride Length
- 150–300 m
- Ride Length Details
- Normal: 150–300 m. Good day: 300–500 m.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Direitas de Guaratuba in the full forecast view.
Direitas de Guaratuba wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 1–12 ktsGusts 25 kts
- Direction
- SE124°
- Strongest day
- Mon, Oct 2612 kts
- Windy days
- 1/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.6–1.3 m6s period
- Temperature
- 15–22 °C
Over the next 7 days, Direitas de Guaratuba is forecast for daytime winds of 1–12 kts, peaking around 12 kts on Monday, October 26 with gusts to 25 kts. The prevailing direction is SE. Waves run 0.6–1.3 m with a period of about 6s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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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
- Rocks along the shoreline
- Submerged rocks
- Strong currents during larger swells
- Rocks
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Seasonal lifeguard services operate mainly during summer months (December to March); otherwise coverage is limited.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Spot-level rescue described as no, while the regional context indicates limited/seasonal rescue coverage with lifeguards operating in summer.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest major medical facility: Pronto Socorro Municipal de Guaratuba. Emergency numbers: 193 (Fire/Rescue) and 192 (Ambulance).
- Localism / Vibe
- Moderate — Sources note local respect/social familiarity may be required; localism described as moderate.
Rules of the spot
Experienced surfers only; the wave is hollow, fast, and powerful, with rock hazards. Respect standard surfing etiquette for a specialized point break lineup.
- Not suitable for beginners due to hollow, fast, powerful waves and rock hazards.
- Wait for a solid Southeast swell for the point to really start working.
- Access is via the rocks from the adjacent Praia Brava or by paddling from the central beach.
- The spot is tucked behind the Cristo Redentor hill on Praia Central; reach Praia Brava, then cross the rocky point to the other side.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Guaratuba
- Nearest Town
- Guaratuba
- Parking
- Parking available in the streets near Morro do Cristo or at Praia Brava access points.
- Access
- Located on Praia Central behind the Cristo Redentor/Morro do Cristo hill. Access is the same as Praia Brava: reach Praia Brava, then cross the rock formation/point to the other side.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Portuguese
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Numerous pousadas and hotels are available within Guaratuba; extensive nearby accommodation options.
- Food & Drink
- Various kiosks and restaurants are located along the beachfront promenade nearby.
- Equipment Rental:
- Surf and SUP rentals are widely available at main beach access points (general regional note).
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
A hill featuring a Christ statue with a panoramic viewpoint of the Atlantic coast.
An 18th-century colonial church in the historic center.
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The main commercial street with numerous seafood restaurants and local bars.
A calmer beach area near the ferry crossing suitable for families.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Direitas de Guaratuba?
The best overall months at Direitas de Guaratuba are June, July, August, September.
Which wind directions work at Direitas de Guaratuba?
Direitas de Guaratuba works with W, WSW, S winds. Offshore directions are W, WSW, S.
What skill level is Direitas de Guaratuba suitable for?
Direitas de Guaratuba suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced to Expert.