A serious rivermouth on Rio de Janeiro's west side that can produce the best wave in the city when the south swell and tide line up. It is a fast left with plenty of current and local pressure, so it belongs in the advanced lane. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Barra de Guaratiba in Rio de Janeiro.
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Lineup Insights
The Wave
Access is awkward, the localism is real, and rips and sharks are part of the package when it turns on.
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Lineup Guide
Access is awkward, the localism is real, and rips and sharks are part of the package when it turns on.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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