Surf: General: Just under a beautiful, rocky headland, the rivermouth at the northeast end of the beach of Praia da Guarda can be one of the best waves in the region, with frothing Brazilians comparing it to Uluwatu. It breaks from small to big, and the long lefts peel down the sand built up from the rivermouth. On its best days the long lefts peel with such precision that they resemble a reef or pointbreak.

Unlike Ulu, the shifting sand bottom can have days of epic rights as well, when swell and wind combine. Oddly, the local fishermen have organized with local government to sometimes ban surfing during fish-migration sensitive times from May to July. The bans are enforced, and there can be epic, unridden days. Tides: Low to medium Size: Chest high-2X overhead, but can hold even larger. Wind: Calm or offshore from the NW. Swell: SE to ENE Bottom: Sand. Paddling: Easy paddle close to the left corner. Harder and longer through the beach. Spot Rating: When conditions align, it is one of the best waves in the country. Access: Easy. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Competitive. Local Vibe: Serious and competitive. Be respectful. Environment: Usually always clean, but there is a rivermouth nearby, which can get dirty after heavy rains. Hazards: Strong rip current close to the rivermouth during low tides, especially after heavy rains. Season: Fall and winter are best, but breaks year-round.