Pedra do Moleque (Cairu)
- Shortboard, Advanced riders
- Best for
- Expert
- Skill Level
- Swell, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Pedra do Moleque is an offshore right-hand reef-coral break in the Cairu area, known for hollow, fast, and powerful waves breaking over a sharp reef/coral bottom. The wave is described as regularly consistent, with peak surf typically running from May through August. Access is by boat only, and the surf is aimed at advanced/experienced surfers. Riders should plan around the tide: low and mid tide (and falling tide in baseline notes) are preferred, while dead low can make the reef dangerously shallow. Weekdays tend to be quieter, but weekend boat trips can make the lineup crowded. Conditions are high-performance and hazardous. Reported dangers include sea urchins, rocks, reef, and coral, plus strong tidal currents around the reef. Winds that are more offshore (notably from the West and Northwest in one provider’s wind guidance) are said to give the cleanest faces. The reef is also described as holding its shape well as swell increases. For safety planning, bring appropriate protective gear and follow offshore/reef etiquette. Rescue/lifeguard presence is not indicated for the spot, so rely on proper boat logistics and local guidance for entry/exit. If medical help is needed, sources note emergency medical facilities in Morro de São Paulo or Valença, and regional guidance points to SAMU (192) for medical emergencies.
- Hollow, fast, powerful right-hand reef break
- May–August peak season
- Offshore, boat-only access
- Sharp reef with sea urchins—high wipeout risk
- Hollow, fast, powerful right-hand reef-coral waves with regular consistency.
- Clear, tropical water and excellent wave experience for advanced surfers.
- Noted for regional classic quality with strong seasonality (May–August).
- Sharp coral reef/rocks and sea urchins make wipeouts especially risky.
- Remote offshore access only by boat.
- Best conditions depend on finding the correct tide window; dead low can become dangerously shallow.
- No lifeguards/rescue coverage at the spot.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- W, NW, N
- Offshore directions
- W, NW
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Trade-wind regime; spot typically benefits from steady East/North-east to West/North-west offshore components depending on day/forecast.
- Reliability
- moderate
- Gust Factor
- Steady — Marked as steady by one provider.
- Best Months
- May, June, July, August
- Thermal Window
- Sea breeze
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Ocean
- Beach
- Concrete — Baseline indicates reef-coral; one provider reports beach composition as reef/nearby concrete elements (spot is accessed offshore/reef).
- Waves
- Medium — Baseline notes do not quantify working height; one provider lists medium wave size and a working swell height window.
- Launch
- Big — Boat drop-off directly into the lineup or near the reef edge.
- Launch Difficulty
- Expert only — Expert-only due to offshore/reef hazards and boat access.
- Shore Break
- None — No shore break reported; break is offshore at the reef.
Through the year
Generally quiet on weekdays; weekends can be busier due to boat trips from nearby hubs.
April to July
By sport
What to expect for each.
High-performance right-hand reef-coral break offshore. Known for hollow, fast, powerful walls breaking over a sharp coral/reef bottom; regular consistency with peak season in late autumn to winter months.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- SE, SSE, E, ENE, NE
- Swell Height
- 1–2.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Low, Mid — Low and mid tide are preferred; falling tide mentioned in baseline data.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Offshore reef break with no described natural shelter; conditions primarily depend on swell/wind and reef shape.
- Wind Effect
- Offshore winds from the West and Northwest provide the cleanest faces.
- Bigger Swell
- Reef holds size well and typically maintains its hollow character as swell increases.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Regional classic / good wave quality per sources.
- Wave Power
- Powerful — Hollow, fast, powerful, fun.
- Wave Shape
- Hollow
- Peel Speed
- Fast
- Ride Length
- Medium — Typically 50–150 m normally; 150–300 m on good/optimal days.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–150 m
- Ride Length Details
- 50–150 m normal rides; 150–300 m on good days; one source also notes a typical ride length around 100 m.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Pedra do Moleque (Cairu) in the full forecast view.
Pedra do Moleque (Cairu) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–10 ktsGusts 21 kts
- Direction
- ESE103°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2410 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.7–1.2 m6s period
- Temperature
- 23–32 °C
Over the next 7 days, Pedra do Moleque (Cairu) is forecast for daytime winds of 3–10 kts, peaking around 10 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 21 kts. The prevailing direction is ESE. Waves run 0.7–1.2 m with a period of about 6s. 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
- urchins
- rocks
- reef
- coral
- sharp coral reef and submerged rocks
- remote offshore location
- strong currents
- remote offshore location
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No specific rescue availability at the spot; regional guidance notes limited assistance outside formal centralized rescue.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest emergency medical facilities are in Morro de São Paulo or Valença; emergency number 192 (SAMU) for medical emergencies.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Respect the local surfers who travel by boat to the peak.
Rules of the spot
Experienced surfers only; respect local access by boat and typical offshore hazard awareness. Standard international surf etiquette applies.
- By boat only access.
- Experienced/advanced surfers only.
- Essential to hire a local boat captain familiar with the reef’s entrance and exit points.
- Reef becomes dangerously shallow at dead low tide; aim for incoming or outgoing mid-tide.
- Weekdays see few surfers; weekends can get crowded by boat trips.
- Sharp coral and rocks are below the surface—use the right protective gear and stay alert around the reef.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Cairu
- Nearest Town
- Cairu
- Parking
- No parking as the spot is offshore; boats can be hired at the main docks in Boipeba or Morro de São Paulo.
- Public Transport
- Access to the islands/archipelago is by water or air; catamarans and ferries run from Salvador/Valença to the islands.
- Access
- By boat only (from Ilha de Boipeba or Morro de São Paulo).
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Portuguese
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Extensive options across Ilha de Boipeba and Morro de São Paulo.
- Food & Drink
- No services at the spot; food and drink can be found in nearby villages (e.g., Boipeba/Morreré).
- Equipment Rental:
- Basic rentals may be found in Morro de São Paulo; serious surfers should bring their own gear.
- Gear Storage
- Regional guidance notes gear storage offered near main beaches by schools; spot-level storage specifics not confirmed.
- Gear Repair
- Regional guidance notes basic sail/kite repairs via local schools; major technical repairs may require sending gear to Salvador. Spot-level surf gear repair specifics not confirmed.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Pedra do Moleque (Cairu)?
The best overall months at Pedra do Moleque (Cairu) are May, June, July, August.
Which wind directions work at Pedra do Moleque (Cairu)?
Pedra do Moleque (Cairu) works with W, NW, N winds. Offshore directions are W, NW.
What skill level is Pedra do Moleque (Cairu) suitable for?
Pedra do Moleque (Cairu) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Expert.