São Pedro (Guarujá)
- Freeride, Shortboard
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Small waves, Medium waves
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
São Pedro (Guarujá) is described as an exposed sandy beach break with very consistent surf and very clean water. Surf sources highlight excellent wave quality and the ability to produce both left and right waves. Working ranges are commonly reported from below 1 meter up to around 2 meters+, with some guidance noting performance is best at low tide, while other references say it can work across all tides. Wave character is repeatedly framed as powerful and high-quality, sometimes hollow, and often peeling on its better sets. Typical ride lengths are reported around 50 to 150 meters on good days. On larger swells, one guide notes it can begin to close out over roughly 2.5 meters, so conditions can turn quickly when the surf rises. Wind opportunities exist for kitesurfing, but conditions are treated as more advanced because of the shore-break/wave complexity and swimmer hazards. East and northeast winds are consistently cited as the best wind direction for kite, with typical kite sizes around 9–12 m² reported. Windsurfing and wingfoiling are also possible but described as challenging due to the shore-break impact zone and wave action. Access and safety considerations are major themes for this spot: it is reached through a gated entrance with strict daily visitor limits and conservation rules. Hazards include rip currents, shore break, and rocks near the headlands, with swimmers also noted as a concern. Local guidance emphasizes arriving early on weekends to secure parking/entry and bringing supplies because there are no kiosks on the beach.
- Consistently clean, high-quality sandy beach break
- Long ride windows commonly cited around 50 to 150 meters
- Gated-access, conservation-protected setting
- Very clean, consistent sandy beach break with excellent wave quality
- Relatively long rides are reported on good days (commonly 50 to 150 meters)
- Winds can groom waves when offshore from the north/northwest
- Limited daily access via gated entrance with strict conservation rules
- Can have hazardous conditions for swimming areas (including swimmers and rip currents)
- Shore break and submerged rocks near headlands
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- E, NE, SSE, NNE, N
- Offshore directions
- NW, N
- Wind Range
- 12–22 kts
- Wind Type
- Sea breeze — Afternoon sea breezes are common; also influenced by frontal systems.
- Reliability
- Moderate; depends on frontal systems and afternoon thermals.
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts
- Best Months
- August, September, October, November
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Small waves, Medium waves
- Beach
- Sand — Sandy beach / sand bottom.
- Beach Size
- Tidal
- Waves
- Medium — Some guides describe small-to-medium surf and also note it starts working below about 1 meter.
- Launch
- Small — Limited space at times, especially during high tide.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Easy in some surf guides, but generally described as moderate with limited space at high tide.
Through the year
Very quiet on weekdays; peak crowds during summer holidays and sunny weekends.
Heavy rains are frequent from January to March.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Possible in small to medium wave conditions; described as advanced due to wave/shore-break complexity and swimmers hazard.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Suitable for wave windsurfing on moderate swell days with cross-onshore winds.
- Sail Sizes
- 4.7–6 m²
Challenging due to shore break and waves; impact zone must be cleared.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited
- Min Depth
- 1.5 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 4–6 m²
Exposed sandy beach break with very consistent, clean waves. Works for left and right directions and can produce rides commonly around 50 to 150 meters.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- S, SSE, E
- Swell Height
- 0.5–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — Also noted as best at low tide in some guides.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Open beach break; limited shelter from wind/swell effects.
- Wind Effect
- North and Northwest winds are offshore and groom the waves; generally handles onshore conditions better than most. East/Northeast winds tend to create less-offshore conditions and can affect cleanliness.
- Bigger Swell
- Can handle larger swells but begins to close out over about 2.5 meters.
- Wave Quality
- Excellent — Regional-class wave quality.
- Wave Power
- Powerful — Often described as powerful; can be hollow on good days.
- Wave Shape
- Peeling
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peeling action described for the main break.
- Ride Length
- Medium — Good days can produce long rides.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–150 m
- Ride Length Details
- Waves typically offer rides between 50 to 150 meters on good days (one source also notes 50 to 150 meters, with excellent wave quality).
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for São Pedro (Guarujá) in the full forecast view.
São Pedro (Guarujá) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–11 ktsGusts 23 kts
- Direction
- S178°
- Strongest day
- Mon, Oct 2611 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.6–1.3 m7s period
- Temperature
- 17–28 °C
Over the next 7 days, São Pedro (Guarujá) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–11 kts, peaking around 11 kts on Monday, October 26 with gusts to 23 kts. The prevailing direction is S. Waves run 0.6–1.3 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
- Rip currents
- Shore break
- Submerged rocks near headlands
- Swimmers in shallow areas
- Swimmers
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited
- Emergency Info
- Nearest hospital services are in downtown Guarujá, approximately 15-20 minutes away.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild
Rules of the spot
Strict environmental/conservation rules apply (e.g., no loud music, no pets, no disposal of waste). Visitors must take all trash back with them.
- Limited daily access via gated entrance
- Maximum car capacity (usually 70-100 vehicles)
- Strict conservation area rules
- Arrive before 7:00 AM on weekends to secure a parking spot.
- Access is granted on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Bring your own water and food as there are no kiosks on the beach.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Guarujá
- Nearest Town
- Bertioga
- Parking
- Limited free parking is available inside the gated area for a fixed number of daily visitors; some guides also mention long walks from the nearest parking.
- Access
- Access is via the Guarujá-Bertioga road (SP-061) through a gated entrance; walking distance can be under 5 minutes once inside.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Portuguese
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Accommodation is available in the condominium area and hotels in central Guarujá.
- Food & Drink
- No commercial establishments on the beach; visitors should bring their own supplies.
- Equipment Rental:
- Not available at the beach; rentals are located in central Guarujá.
- Gear Storage
- Not available.
- Gear Repair
- Not available at the beach; repair is handled in central areas.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
A preserved, Atlantic Forest setting with controlled-access beaches and nearby outdoor/cultural experiences in the Guarujá area.
From riders who've been here
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Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at São Pedro (Guarujá)?
The best overall months at São Pedro (Guarujá) are May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The best wind months are August, September, October, November.
Which wind directions work at São Pedro (Guarujá)?
São Pedro (Guarujá) works with E, NE, SSE, NNE, N winds. Offshore directions are NW, N.
What equipment sizes are recommended at São Pedro (Guarujá)?
Recommended equipment sizes at São Pedro (Guarujá): Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Windsurfing: 4.7–6 m² · Wingfoiling: 4–6 m². The typical wind range is 12–22 kts.
What skill level is São Pedro (Guarujá) suitable for?
São Pedro (Guarujá) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Advanced · Windsurfing: Advanced · Wingfoiling: Advanced · Surfing: Intermediate.