Camburi
Camburi is a versatile beach in the São Sebastião area that offers good waves for various skill levels. The ends of the beach produce the best peaks, with the south end offering longer, peeling waves that longboarders love. The middle section has faster, more hollow waves. A good option for mixed groups.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SSW (202°)
- Direction range
- 157° - 247°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 315° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
21°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
6/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Camburi?
Camburi handles all stages of the tide, so time your session around the wind instead. The live chart above shows the next few days.
What wind direction is offshore at Camburi?
Offshore wind at Camburi blows from the N (0°). Anything in the 315° to 45° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Camburi?
Camburi wants SSW swell (157° to 247°) between 0.9m and 2.5m, with a period of 12s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Camburi?
The main season at Camburi is Mar-Oct. Best in autumn/winter
How do I get to Camburi?
Fly into GRU, then allow about 150 minutes by road.
What kind of wave is Camburi?
Camburi is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
Best in autumn/winter
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