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
Swell Requirements
- 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
👥 Winter Break (Jul 1 – Jul 31) — expect extra crowds
Access: Fly to the island, then short drive/walk.
Best Season
Peak: Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Nov, Apr
Northern hemisphere winter swells bring the biggest surf.
Getting There
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