Surf: Itauna is often referred to as the Maracanã of surf as it holds major contests in some of the most consistent and competitive waves in the land. 10-12ft (3-4m) and clean is not that rare an occurrence when the outside lefts roll through on E-SE swells. Powerful tubular rights grind through on a S-SW, but won't handle so much size. Like most beaches, it is accessible to most abilities when small, but requires skills once overhead conditions arrive, along with the best, dialled-in locals. Environment: Overlooked by the Nazaré Church, built in 1630 at the mouth of the lagoon, bringing pollution, plus it is often colder in the water in Saquarema.