Surf GuideRio de Janeiro
Prainha
Rio reserve beach and benchmark surf beach, a famous west Rio surf zone and signature wave beyond the urban core for local surfers. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Prainha in Rio de Janeiro.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationRio de Janeiro, BR
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The Wave
Northwest offshores and south swell are the clean lane.
Low to mid tide stays the safest read, and the reserve beach can get busy.
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Lineup Guide
Northwest offshores and south swell are the clean lane.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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