Tabatinga
Tabatinga is a scenic beach south of Natal featuring dramatic dunes and headland reefs. The waves are mellow and consistent, making it a good option for intermediate surfers. The surrounding dune landscape is spectacular for exploring.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Direction range
- 67° - 135°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.7m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (202°)
- Offshore range
- 157° - 247°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
4/10
👥 Winter Break (Jul 1 – Jul 31) — expect extra crowds
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Best with E swells
Getting There
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