Buraco
Buraco is a beach break on the Mussulo peninsula south of Luanda, offering hollow, fast waves in a tropical setting. The spot is popular with Luanda's small but passionate surf community and offers easy access from the capital. When SW swells arrive, the sandbars can produce quality barrels.
Buraco surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 270°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Offshore range
- 20° - 90°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 2m
Water temp
25°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: 45km south of Luanda on Mussulo. Hollow fast fun.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Buraco?
The Buraco profile favors mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 2m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Buraco?
The Buraco profile uses wind from NE (45°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 20° to 90°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Buraco?
The Buraco scoring profile favors swell from SW (200° to 270°), a swell-height range of 0.8m to 2.5m, and a reference period of 12s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Buraco?
The main season at Buraco is Apr-Sep. A secondary window runs Mar, Oct. SW swell season. 45km south of Luanda on Mussulo.
How do I get to Buraco?
The spot profile lists LAD as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 60 minutes. 45km south of Luanda on Mussulo. Hollow fast fun.
What kind of wave is Buraco?
Buraco is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
SW swell season. 45km south of Luanda on Mussulo.
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