Boldró
Boldró is a mellow alternative on Fernando de Noronha's north coast, catching the same NNW swells that light up Cacimba but with less power and intensity. The wave is perfect for longboarders or surfers looking for a more relaxed session. The beach is quieter than the main spots and offers excellent snorkeling when the surf is flat.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NNW (337°)
- Direction range
- 315° - 360°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.4m - 1.7m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSE (157°)
- Offshore range
- 112° - 202°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Fly to Fernando de Noronha (FEN), usually via Recife or Natal, then local transfer to Boldró.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Boldró?
Boldró is a beach break in Fernando de Noronha, Brazil, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Boldró?
Boldró picks up swell from the NW round to the N, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NNW. That's a tight window, so it needs the swell direction to line up. It starts working at around 0.9m and handles up to about 2m, with the sweet spot around 1.4 to 1.7m. 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 Boldró?
A SSE wind is dead offshore at Boldró, and anything from the ESE round to the SSW 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 Boldró?
Boldró is at its best around mid tide.
When is the best time of year to surf Boldró?
The most reliable run of swell at Boldró comes Nov to Mar. Works with same swells as Cacimba.
How cold is the water at Boldró?
The water at Boldró averages around 27°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Boldró good for beginners?
Yes, it's one of the friendlier waves around, rated 3/10 for difficulty. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Remote island location.
How do I get to Boldró?
The nearest airport on our list is FEN, then it's roughly a 15-minute drive. Fly to Fernando de Noronha (FEN), usually via Recife or Natal, then local transfer to Boldró.
What other surf spots are near Boldró?
The closest breaks we track are Biboca (1.2 km), Laje do Bode (1.3 km) and Conceição (1.3 km), handy when Boldró isn't working. We track 7 spots around Fernando de Noronha in total.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Works with same swells as Cacimba
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Biboca
🌊 Noronha's big wave • Rarely surfed • Maximum commitment
Laje do Bode
💎 Noronha's secret gem • Perfect right reef • Longer than Cacimba
Conceição
🏝️ Noronha beauty • Punchy beach break • Morro do Pico views
Sancho
🌊 UNESCO marine paradise • Brazil's best wave • Limited access
Abricadabras
✨ Hidden gem • Easy takeoff, heavy finish • Local knowledge required
Cacimba do Padre
🇧🇷 Brazilian Pipeline • Island paradise • UNESCO World Heritage island