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Level 4/10

Aventureiro

Ilha Grande, RJ, Brazil

🏝️Remote🚶Difficult access

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Aventureiro is Ilha Grande's most remote surf spot, a south-facing beach that catches swell blocked from the mainland by the bulk of the island. The journey here is an adventure in itself, requiring a boat trip to a tiny fishing community with basic camping facilities. When SW swells hit, the beach comes alive with uncrowded peaks in complete isolation.

Aventureiro surf forecast

Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.

10-Day Forecast

Today3

Poor

1.2mESE@8s

7km/h

1.2m@8s

7km/h

Wed4

Poor

0.8mESE@8s

6km/h

0.8m@8s

6km/h

Thu5

Poor

0.5mESE@7s

9km/h

0.5m@7s

9km/h

Fri6

Poor

1.0mS@8s

8km/h

1.0m@8s

8km/h

Sat7

Fair

0.9mSSE@8s

3km/h

0.9m@8s

3km/h

Sun8

Poor

1.9mS@10s

22km/h

1.9m@10s

22km/h

Mon9

Fair

2.4mS@10s

6km/h

2.4m@10s

6km/h

Tue10

Fair

1.8mS@11s

8km/h

1.8m@11s

8km/h

Wed11

Poor

1.0mS@10s

16km/h

1.0m@10s

16km/h

Thu12

Poor

1.1mSE@9s

11km/h

1.1m@9s

11km/h

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Best session: MorningAM 5 km/h · PM 6 km/h

Swell

1.2m

ESE(107°)

Score: 16/25

Period

Short period

Score: 2/25

Wind

7km/h

SSW(202°)

Score: 15/25

Weather

28°C

0.0mm11%

First light 4:40amSunrise 5:10amSunset 6:11pmLast light 6:41pm

Windswell

—

Secondary

0.3m

Confidence

100%

Location & Conditions

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Swell1.2m @8s ESE outside window

Wind7 km/h SSW onshore

SwellWind: Offshore Cross Onshore

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Hourly Forecast, Tide & Strike Windows

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tidem

3:41am0.2m

12:00pm1.0m

4:17pm0.5m

7:50pm0.7m

4:40am0.3m

12:12pm1.0m

5:11pm0.5m

5:26am0.3m

12:15pm1.1m

5:57pm0.4m

6:17am0.2m

12:24pm1.1m

6:39pm0.3m

7:01am0.2m

12:48pm1.1m

7:10pm0.2m

1:10am1.3m

7:39am0.4m

1:10pm1.4m

7:57pm0.4m

1:24am1.4m

8:22am0.5m

1:30pm1.3m

8:35pm0.2m

2:02am1.3m

9:03am0.3m

1:48pm1.1m

9:02pm0.1m

2:36am1.1m

9:41am0.2m

2:19pm0.9m

9:39pm0.0m

3:10am0.9m

10:15am0.3m

2:43pm0.9m

Night

Tide times today

3:41 am

Low · 0.23m

12:00 pm

High · 0.96m

4:17 pm

Low · 0.53m

7:21 pm

High · 0.74m

Times shown in spot-local time.+1 more tide events

Strike Score Breakdown

Poor

Components

Swell Direction0/25

Swell Size16/25

Swell Period2/25

Wind15/25

Raw Score33/100

Adjustments

💨 Gusty Wind-4

⚠️ Weak Component-10

Adjusted Score19/100

Confidence

Multiplier×1.00

Final Score19

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Location & Conditions

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Swell1.2m @8s ESE outside window

Wind7 km/h SSW onshore

SwellWind: Offshore Cross Onshore

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Swell Requirements

Optimal direction: SSW (202°)
Direction range: 157° - 270°
Size range: 0.9m - 2.5m
Ideal size: 1.6m - 2.1m
Height multiplier: 1.00×
Ideal period: 14s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction: NE (45°)
Offshore range: 0° - 90°

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide: all

Water temp

23°C

Wetsuit

Springsuit / 2mm

Difficulty

4/10

Crowd level

1/10

Access: Remote beach - boat only, camping available

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of wave is Aventureiro?

Aventureiro is a beach break in Ilha Grande, RJ, Brazil, with peaks that run both left and right.

What swell works best at Aventureiro?

Aventureiro picks up swell from the SSE round to the W, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SSW. It starts working at around 0.9m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2.1m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.

What wind is offshore at Aventureiro?

A NE wind is dead offshore at Aventureiro, and anything from the N round to the E keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 5am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.

What tide is best at Aventureiro?

Aventureiro isn't especially fussy about tide and generally works through the cycle, so swell and wind matter more here. Big tides can still change how it breaks, so it's worth checking before you paddle out.

When is the best time of year to surf Aventureiro?

The most reliable run of swell at Aventureiro comes Apr to Sep. Needs swell to wrap around island.

How cold is the water at Aventureiro?

The water at Aventureiro averages around 23°C, so you'll want a springsuit or 2mm. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.

Is Aventureiro good for beginners?

It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 4/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 1/10). Very remote - limited services.

How do I get to Aventureiro?

The nearest airport on our list is GIG, then it's roughly a 3-hour drive. From there you need a boat to reach the break (we estimate around $50 USD, but confirm with an operator). Remote beach - boat only, camping available.