Cacimba do Padre
Cacimba do Padre is Brazil's Pipeline—a world-class beach break on the remote island paradise of Fernando de Noronha. When North swells hit this UNESCO World Heritage Site, the beach produces thick, heavy barrels in crystal-clear water. The setting is unreal: dramatic volcanic formations, pristine beaches, and strict environmental protections. Getting here is expensive and requires planning, but the reward is Brazilian surfing's ultimate prize. Pipe-quality tubes in paradise.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NNW (330°)
- Direction range
- 310° - 350°
- Size range
- 1m - 4m
- Ideal size
- 3.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 15s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Offshore range
- 90° - 180°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 2m
- Danger below
- 0.4m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
6/10
Access: Fly to the island, then short drive/walk.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Cacimba do Padre?
Cacimba do Padre works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.5m and 2m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window. Below 0.4m it gets dangerously shallow.
What wind direction is offshore at Cacimba do Padre?
Offshore wind at Cacimba do Padre blows from the SE (135°). Anything in the 90° to 180° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Cacimba do Padre?
Cacimba do Padre wants NNW swell (310° to 350°) between 1m and 4m, with a period of 15s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Cacimba do Padre?
The main season at Cacimba do Padre is Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Nov, Apr. Northern hemisphere winter swells bring the biggest surf.
How do I get to Cacimba do Padre?
Fly into FEN, then allow about 15 minutes by road. Fly to the island, then short drive/walk.
What kind of wave is Cacimba do Padre?
Cacimba do Padre is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 7/10.
Best Season
Peak: Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Nov, Apr
Northern hemisphere winter swells bring the biggest surf.
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