Engenhoca
Engenhoca is accessed via a 20-minute trail through the Atlantic rainforest, and the journey is half the experience. The beach produces mellow, powerful peaks perfect for all levels, in a setting of pristine tropical beauty. The isolation keeps crowds minimal and the vibe pure. Pack water and supplies for the walk.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- ENE (67°)
- Direction range
- 45° - 112°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Offshore range
- 225° - 315°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
26°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: 20 minute jungle trail walk
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Engenhoca?
Engenhoca 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 Engenhoca?
Offshore wind at Engenhoca blows from the W (270°). Anything in the 225° to 315° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Engenhoca?
Engenhoca wants ENE swell (45° to 112°) between 0.6m and 2m, with a period of 12s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Engenhoca?
The main season at Engenhoca is Apr-Sep. Best with E/NE swells
How do I get to Engenhoca?
Fly into IOS, then allow about 75 minutes by road. 20 minute jungle trail walk
What kind of wave is Engenhoca?
Engenhoca is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 3/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Best with E/NE swells
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